Local law · Int 0640-2026
Rooftop access requirements for buildings with solar panel installations
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A Local Law to amend the New York city fire code, in relation to rooftop access requirements for buildings with solar panel installations
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New York City Council
Summary
This bill would amend existing Fire Code requirements relating to rooftop access for fire fighting operations. Specifically, the bill would decrease the required width of clear paths required on rooftops, and provide alternative rooftop access requirements in circumstances where solar panels are being installed on adjoining buildings not more than 25 feet in width.
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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 Fire and Emergency Management
Cosponsors
James F. Gennaro, Oswald J. Feliz and 6 others
Cosponsors in the order the New York City Council lists them.
- Democratic8
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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 Fire and Emergency Management
NYC Council