Bill to Extend NYC Tax Break for Green Roofs Clears State Senate

The New York Senate passed a bill Tuesday to extend a green roof tax abatement for New York City and remove restrictions that have prevented wider participation in the program.

• Senators voted unanimously to advance the bill, S6409A, which has yet to be taken up by an Assembly committee.
• The legislation would extend the sunset date of the program from June 30, 2024 to June 30, 2027. Applications could be submitted through March 15, 2026.
• The bill would remove requirements that at least 50% of roof space must be covered by green roof and that ...