Bill > S06143

This bill amends the New York State Education Law to establish a uniform land use review procedure specifically for charter schools seeking to locate within New York City. Currently, charter schools can be situated in various locations including existing public school buildings, private work sites, or public buildings, and must provide notice and hold a public hearing before locating in an existing public school building. The proposed amendment adds an additional requirement that before a charter school can be located in any part of an existing school building or on any real property in New York City, it must fully comply with Section 197-c of the New York City Charter, which governs the uniform land use review procedure (ULURP). This means charter schools will now need to go through a standardized municipal review process when selecting new locations in the city, potentially involving community board review, borough president recommendations, and city planning commission approval. The bill aims to provide more transparency and community input into charter school location decisions within New York City and takes effect immediately upon passage.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6143