New YorkPermit applicants could hire reviewers after long estimates
For complete residential or mixed-use permit applications, building departments would estimate review times, and applicants could pay for a private review if the estimate exceeds 30 business days.
What it does
For a complete residential or mixed-use permit application, the building department would estimate its review time. If the estimate exceeds 30 business days, the applicant may pay a licensed professional to review the plans.
Argument forA private review could help applicants move delayed permits forward, with a decision due within 20 business days after the reviewer submits a report.
Argument againstApplicants who cannot afford a private review may have to wait longer for a building department decision.
More detail
Building departments would estimate review times, and applicants may hire a licensed professional to review plans if the estimate exceeds 30 business days. This applies to complete applications for residential or mixed-use building permits handled by local or county governments, including New York City. Applicants must pay the full cost of the private review. The professional must hold the license required for the review. After the professional submits a report, the building department would have 20 business days to process the application and issue or deny the permit. The act would take effect 90 days after it becomes law.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Sep 2REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONSIntroduced
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