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The New York State Environmental Quality Review Act Of 1975: An Analysis Of The Parties' Responsibilities In The Review/Permit Request Process, Gerald M. Levine
The New York State Environmental Quality Review Act Of 1975: An Analysis Of The Parties' Responsibilities In The Review/Permit Request Process, Gerald M. Levine
Fordham Urban Law Journal
The New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) was enacted in 1975 in order to declare a state policy which encourages "productive and enjoyable harmony between man and his environment." SEQRA commanded agencies to fulfill it policies and goals, and established a new layer of procedures to be followed as a prerequisite to permit issuance where the proposed action may have a significant affect on the environment. Further, SEQRA directed the Commissioner of Environmental Conservation to adopt rules and regulations to implement these policies, with which state and local agencies must comply. In particular, before a person may undertake …