Peekskill building official outlines enforcement gains and state code shift toward electrification

Sep 29, 2025

The building department reported rising permit activity and enforcement while preparing for New York State building, fire and energy code changes that include electrification requirements for new single-family and two-family homes after Dec. 31, 2025; staff also shared a proposed battery energy storage ordinance.

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Nick Cesaire (Speaker 7) presented the building department's 2026 budget and reviewed activity data for 2022'025, noting permit counts, complaints, enforcement actions and revenue. He said the department increased evening and weekend inspections and implemented an expanded fire-safety program with the Peekskill Fire Department.

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