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What You Need to Know About SEQRA Reform

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Jun 11, 2026

4-5pm

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Significant reforms to the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) to support infill housing were included in the 2027 fiscal year budget — a major win for building the housing we need in Westchester County and throughout New York State.

Join Regional Plan Association, Welcome Home Westchester and Open New York for a panel discussion about what the modernization of SEQRA entails and how it will affect building proposals locally, including:

  • How the SEQRA changes specifically affect Westchester County municipalities and those who want to build here
  • The shortening of the overall review process with a new two-year ​“shot clock”
  • Identifying exemptions for proposals on previously disturbed land and projects of varying sizes
  • The importance of exemptions for beneficial projects that include green elements

The webinar will include time for a Q&A with the panelists.

Panelists

  • Tim Foley

    Tim Foley

    CEO and EVP of Building and Realty Institute

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    Kirsten Bladh

    Policy Manager, Open New York

RPA Panelists

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    Joshua Berman

    Campaigns Manager

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