Authorizes municipalities to require a permit for the construction of a major renewable energy facility, major electric transmission facility or.

New York S09917 amends the public service law to authorize municipalities to require a permit for the construction of a major renewable energy facility, major electric transmission facility, or certain major electric generating facilities. This legislation aims to give local communities control over the construction of renewable energy and battery storage systems within their jurisdictions. The bill ensures that any construction of these facilities must comply with local permits and state regulations, while also adhering to federal laws and regulations.

Authorizes municipalities to require a permit for the construction of a major renewable energy facility, major electric transmission facility or.

New York S09917 amends the public service law to authorize municipalities to require a permit for the construction of a major renewable energy facility, major electric transmission facility, or certain major electric generating facilities. This legislation aims to give local communities control over the construction of renewable energy and battery storage systems within their jurisdictions. The bill ensures that any construction of these facilities must comply with local permits and state regulations, while also adhering to federal laws and regulations.