New buildings and existing buildings undergoing major renovations in specific occupancy groups defined in the New York City Building Code are required to have a 100% of the available roof space as a sustainable roofing zone.
Industrial sources that require an air quality permit must have a vegetated roof.
Requires new buildings, new additions to buildings and existing buildings over 25,000 sf to have a cool roof and comply with one other Green Building requirement, which may include green roofs.
Outlines regulations, incentives, and best practices for encouraging green roofs in localities.