Is New York S5781B / A6270C in force?

Not yet. In committee since May 28, 2026.

Which products does New York S5781B / A6270C affect?

New York S5781B / A6270C affects Residential energy storage systems and Solar PV.

S5781B / A6270C

PartialRead in the state’s own source. It stays partial until the passage is on file word for word.

What does New York S5781B / A6270C do? Proposes requiring local authorities serving over 5,000 residents to adopt a no-cost automated residential solar permitting platform by Jun 30, 2027. Proposes optional storage coverage and remote inspections.

Facts

Kind: Bill
Status: In committee
Stage: Pending
Signed or decided: May 28, 2026
Topics: Permitting
Products: Residential energy storage systems Solar PV
Source: New York State Senate (opens in a new tab)
Citation: S5781B / A6270C, 2025-2026 session

The state’s codes

The codes that reach each product this law names, with the edition New York is on. Each links to the record.

For information only. Your local building or fire official decides which code applies. We check state records often but can miss a recent change, so confirm with your official before you design, permit, or install. Terms of use