Proposed Regulations
This section contains information related to Lands and Forests regulatory revisions that are currently being considered. Any proposed regulations with open public comment periods are listed at the top of this section.
6 NYCRR Part 190.41 – New Salt Hill State Forest Regulations
This rulemaking will protect public health, safety, and natural resources within the Salt Hill State Forest by addressing overuse and degradation occurring within the Corridor.
The comment period for this proposed regulation is open through May 6, 2024.
Written comments can be submitted to:
Pine Roehrs
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
21 South Putt Corners Road
New Paltz, NY 12561
Email: [email protected]
6 NYCRR Part 190.40 – Adirondack Rail Trail Speed Limit Regulation
This proposed rulemaking will make permanent the emergency regulation (below) providing DEC with the authority to post various speed limits through populated areas for all users on the Adirondack Rail Trail.
The comment period for this proposed regulation is open through April 8, 2024.
Written comments can be submitted to:
Robert Ripp
1115 NY Rt. 86
Ray Brook, NY 12983
Email: [email protected]
6 NYCRR Part 199 - Amendment to Forest Tax Law Regulations
Please note: this proposed regulation has expired, and DEC is currently drafting a revised proposed regulation that will be made available for public comment.
The proposed rulemaking aims to improve the Forest Tax Law program by lessening the administrative burdens placed on participants and Department staff while strengthening the sustainable forest management standards.
- Text of Proposed Regulation (PDF)
- Regulatory Impact Statement (PDF)
- Comment period is closed
Emergency Regulations
6 NYCRR Part 190.40 – Adirondack Rail Trail Speed Limit Regulation
This emergency rulemaking provides DEC with the authority to post various speed limits through populated areas for all users on the Adirondack Rail Trail. This rulemaking will remain in effect for 90 days.
- Emergency Rulemaking Finding of Necessity (PDF)
- Text of Regulation (PDF)
- Regulatory Impact Statement (PDF)
- Effective January 19, 2024
Recently Adopted Regulations
Any Lands and Forests regulations adopted in the last three years are listed in this section.
6 NYCRR Part 190.10 - New Rush Oak Openings Unique Area Regulations
This rulemaking will protect public safety and natural resources on the Rush Oak Openings Unique Area while providing a quality outdoor experience for users.
- Text of Regulation (PDF)
- Regulatory Impact Statement (PDF)
- Assessment of Public Comment (PDF)
- Effective May 24, 2023
6 NYCRR Part 190.39 - New Neversink River Riparian Corridor Regulations
This rulemaking will protect public health, safety, and natural resources within the Neversink River Riparian Corridor by addressing overuse and degradation occurring within the Corridor.
- Text of Regulation (PDF)
- Regulatory Impact Statement (PDF)
- No public comment received
- Effective March 22, 2023
6 NYCRR Part 190.35 - Amendment to Peekamoose Valley Riparian Corridor Regulations
This rulemaking will address overuse and protect public health, safety, general welfare, and natural resources on the Peekamoose Valley Riparian Corridor by implementing a permit system from May 15 through September 15 of each year while still providing a quality outdoor experience for users.
- Text of Regulation (PDF)
- Regulatory Impact Statement (PDF)
- No public comment received
- Effective January 25, 2023
6 NYCRR Parts 190.10 and 190.25 - Amendments to Onondaga Escarpment Unique Area and Zoar Valley Multiple Use Area Regulations
This rulemaking will protect public health, safety, general welfare and natural resources on the Zoar Valley Multiple Use Area by implementing public access restrictions. In addition, it will address unregulated use of the Onondaga Escarpment Unique Area by restricting recreational activities to those compatible with the unique qualities of the parcel.
- Text of Regulation (PDF)
- Regulatory Impact Statement (PDF)
- Assessment of Public Comment (PDF)
- Effective December 1, 2021
