Relates to providing a tax abatement for geothermal well systems in N.Y. city
This bill creates a property tax abatement for geothermal well systems in New York City (a city of over one million people). It provides a 10% reduction on eligible installation costs (capped at $62,500 annually) for systems placed in service between 2027 and 2029. Property owners must obtain professional certifications, comply with building codes, and maintain the system to qualify. The tax break applies only to systems directly used for heating/cooling buildings, excluding costs covered by grants.
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1 of 4 stages cleared
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Feb 2025
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Governor
Introduced Feb 25, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO REAL PROPERTY TAXATION
lower
Feb 25, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO REAL PROPERTY TAXATION
lower
1 primary · 5 co-sponsors
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