New Roofs Must Now Be Green or Solar or Both (NY)

Local Laws 92 and 94, part of the Climate Mobilization Act, go into effect on Nov. 15. They require that all newly constructed buildings and all buildings undergoing a complete roof replacement must have a “sustainable roofing zone” covering the entire roof surface. A “sustainable roofing zone” is defined as a solar photovoltaic electricity-generating system, a green roof system, or a combination of both. Co-op and condo boards that are replacing their roof membrane or patching their roof – by far the most common roof jobs – will be exempt from the laws.   Read the article………………………..

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