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File #: Int 0563-2026    Version: * Name: Notice for the installation of bioswales, rain gardens, or other bioretention systems.
Type: Introduction Status: Committee
Committee: Committee on Environmental Protection and Waterfronts
On agenda: 2/12/2026
Enactment date: Law number:
Title: A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to notice for the installation of bioswales, rain gardens, or other bioretention systems
Sponsors: James F. Gennaro
Council Member Sponsors: 1
Summary: This bill would require the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to notify the local Council Member when DEP installs a new bioswale, rain garden, or other bioretention system in the public right-of-way.