Local law · Int 0539-2026
Stormwater pollution prevention permitting
Official titleShow
A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to stormwater pollution prevention permitting
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New York City Council
Summary
This bill would adjust the thresholds that the Department of Environmental Protection uses to require permits for stormwater pollution on small construction activities. The bill would further require the Department of Environmental Protection to prioritize review of revised permit applications, establish a program of expedited approval of applications certified by registered qualified professionals, and send notice to council members of certain rejected permit applications in their district.
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Where it stands
Assigned to a committee for review.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Up for a vote
- Passed one chamber
- Passed
- Enacted
Committee
Committee on Environmental Protection and Waterfronts
Cosponsors
Cosponsors in the order the New York City Council lists them.
- Democratic1
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Full history
- Feb 12, 2026
Introduced
This Introduction was Introduced by Council
NYC Council
- Feb 12, 2026
Referred to committee
This Introduction was Referred to Comm by Council to the Committee on Environmental Protection and Waterfronts
NYC Council