New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S07417

Introduced
4/15/25  

Caption

Requires the state commissioner of parks, recreation and historic preservation to create a process to approve or deny any new large urban telecommunication infrastructure that is proposed to be located within two hundred feet of any site listed on the State Register or the National Register or eligible to be listed on the National Register.

Impact

The bill will have a notable impact on the regulation of telecommunication structures, as it establishes a framework that prioritizes the protection of historic sites in urban settings. By requiring approval processes for installations near these locations, the legislation could potentially limit the placement of new telecommunications infrastructure. This may encourage telecommunication companies to consider alternative locations or designs that are less intrusive to the historic environment.

Summary

S07417 aims to amend the parks, recreation, and historic preservation law in New York by directing the state commissioner to develop a process for the approval or denial of new large urban telecommunication infrastructure, particularly those that exceed eight feet in height and are proposed within 200 feet of sites listed on the state or national registers of historic places. This initiative is intended to ensure that any new telecommunication installations in urban areas are sensitive to the historical significance of nearby locations, helping to preserve the cultural heritage of the state.

Contention

Discussion surrounding S07417 may hinge on the balance between technological advancement and the preservation of historical sites. Proponents of the bill might argue that it is crucial for maintaining the integrity and aesthetic value of heritage sites against the backdrop of urban modernization. However, opponents may contend that imposing such restrictions could hinder technological progress and growth within urban areas, making it difficult for cities to enhance their telecommunication capabilities. This tension between preservation and progress is likely to be a focal point in debates as the bill moves through the legislative process.

Companion Bills

NY A08122

Same As Requires the state commissioner of parks, recreation and historic preservation to create a process to approve or deny any new large urban telecommunication infrastructure that is proposed to be located within two hundred feet of any site listed on the State Register or the National Register or eligible to be listed on the National Register.

Previously Filed As

NY A08122

Requires the state commissioner of parks, recreation and historic preservation to create a process to approve or deny any new large urban telecommunication infrastructure that is proposed to be located within two hundred feet of any site listed on the State Register or the National Register or eligible to be listed on the National Register.

NY S07603

Requires registering with the sex offender registry no later than five days after any change of address.

NY A06639

Provides that employees of the office of parks, recreation and historic preservation who engage in tree maintenance must first obtain an appropriate sawyer certification through the United States forest service national crosscut and chainsaw program.

NY S09944

Establishes a public animal cruelty registry that requires persons over eighteen years of age convicted of animal abuse to register with the division of criminal justice services; requires such registry to contain certain information about each person registered; requires persons registered to pay an annual surcharge of fifty dollars to be used for costs and expenses associated with maintaining the registry.

NY A09698

Relates to creating an exemption to the snowmobile registration requirements by creating a seasonal trail pass pilot program for Canadian citizens where registered Canadian snowmobilers will pay applicable fees but no additional registration materials are utilized.

NY HF582

A bill for an act relating to information disclosed on a list of registered voters prepared by the county commissioner of registration or state registrar of voters.

NY S09301

Establishes the New York state park police under the jurisdiction of the commissioner of parks, recreation and historic preservation.

NY A10417

Establishes the New York state park police under the jurisdiction of the commissioner of parks, recreation and historic preservation.

NY S09784

Requires motorcycles to be registered at point of sale.

NY A09517

Provides that an operational safety plan developed by the office of parks, recreation and historic preservation shall require that any employee check in with the incident commander or safety officer for incident specific procedures prior to taking any action at the incident location; provides that when deployment occurs in coordination with one or more other entities, and the office of parks, recreation and historic preservation is not the lead response agency, the office of parks, recreation and historic preservation shall make reasonable efforts to ensure that employees are provided with the incident specific operational safety plan developed by the lead agency and/or incident commander.

Similar Bills

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