New York Statutes Binder (SB)

New York Statutes & Case Law Binder

This material outlines the legal, regulatory, and professional framework governing land surveying and engineering in New York. It explains how professionals are licensed and regulated, defines acceptable practice and misconduct, and establishes requirements such as continuing education and firm authorization.

It also covers key laws related to land development and property, including subdivision approval, environmental review, water and sewer regulations, highway layout, and adverse possession. Additionally, it introduces fundamental property and inheritance concepts that impact land ownership.

Finally, it provides practical standards and guidelines for surveyors, including procedures, documentation, and professional responsibilities, ensuring work is performed accurately, ethically, and in compliance with state laws.

Coverage Includes:

• Article 78: Lets individuals challenge government actions in court.
• Education Law (Articles 130 & 145):
  Governs licensing, professional conduct, and discipline for engineers and surveyors; defines practice, sets licensure requirements, requires COAs and continuing education, and penalizes unauthorized practice.
• Environmental Conservation Law (ECL):
  Regulates subdivisions (5+ lots)—requires Health Dept approval, filing procedures, and allows local oversight.
• EPTL (Estates Law):
  Defines property and inheritance concepts (ownership types, distribution methods, estate terms).
• General Obligations Law:
  Covers contracts and liability, limits indemnification, enforces contract rules, and grants surveyors right-of-entry.
• Public Health Law:
  Requires approved water supply plans for subdivisions and oversight by health authorities.
• Highway Law:
  Governs road creation and standards, including width requirements and highways by use.
• RPAPL:
  Defines adverse possession rules and addresses encroachments.
• SEQR Regulations:
  Establish environmental review process (action types, lead agency, impact analysis, EIS).
• Regents & Education Regulations:
  Set ethical and professional standards and detailed rules for engineering/surveying practice.
• Practice Guidelines:
  Provide technical standards for surveying, including procedures, measurements, documentation, and supervision.