Bill > A06928

This bill, known as the "wetlands homeowner's relief act", makes several key changes to the environmental conservation law. First, it exempts homeowners living within a wetlands-designated area from having to apply for building permits for land use within 50 feet of their house and garage. Second, it requires the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) to obtain legislative approval before issuing new wetlands maps. Finally, it prohibits the DEC from delineating wetlands beyond the boundaries shown on the department's official wetlands maps.