NYC Council Introduction 563

intro.nyc/0563-2026 2026-2029 Legislative Session
Notice for the installation of bioswales, rain gardens, or other bioretention systems.
Status: Committee Committee on Environmental Protection and Waterfronts
Sponsored by James F. Gennaro
Introduced: February 12, 2026

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.