N.Y. Environmental Conservation Law Section 24-1305
Applicability

The provisions of this article shall not apply to any land use, improvement or development for which final approval shall have been obtained prior to the effective date of this article from the local governmental authority or authorities having jurisdiction over such land use. As used in this section, the term “final approval” shall mean the issuance of a building permit or other authorization for the commencement of the use, improvement or development for which such permit or authorization was issued or in those local governments which do not require such permits or authorizations, the actual commencement of the use, improvement or development of the land.

Source: Section 24-1305 — Applicability, https://www.­nysenate.­gov/legislation/laws/ENV/24-1305 (updated Apr. 22, 2022; accessed Jun. 21, 2025).

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