Bill > S01186

This bill requires the New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) to provide written notice to school districts, nonpublic schools, and charter schools at least 14 days before beginning any construction project within 300 feet of a school building used for student instruction. The notice must include a description of the construction project's location. The bill specifies that no notice is required for emergency construction, which is defined as a situation involving immediate danger to life, safety, or property that requires urgent action and results from an unforeseen circumstance. Construction is broadly defined to include erection, building, alteration, reconstruction, improvement, extension, or modification of highways, sidewalks, and related infrastructure, including public utility improvements. The bill applies specifically to schools located within New York City and will go into effect 90 days after becoming law, providing schools with advance warning of potential nearby construction that might disrupt or impact educational environments.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S1186