N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 9 § 2001.2

Current through Register Vol. 46, No. 51, December 18, 2024

Section 2001.2 - Requirements for granting of State aid

An application for a State grant-in-aid from a municipality, as defined in subdivision (j) of section 2000.2 may be recommended for approval if:

(a) General.

(1) The application is for a purpose authorized by the law.

(2) The proposed neighborhood park will be convenient to a densely populated area.

(3) The proposed neighborhood park generally conforms to community-wide plans for the provision of park facilities.

(4) The land is duly approved for acquisition for a neighborhood park by the governing body of the municipality.

(5) The land to be acquired consists of predominately open or natural land.

(b) Specific.

(1) The local share of the land acquisition cost is provided by the municipality or arrangements made for it to be advanced by the State, subject to subsequent reimbursement.

(2) The use of the land acquired under this program will not be restricted on the basis of race, creed, color or national origin.

(3) No rule or regulation restricting the use of the park, either directly or indirectly, to residents of the municipality, will be made effective without the express approval of the commissioner.

N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 9 § 2001.2