What are my responsibilities under the SNAD regulations?
As a property owner, you should become familiar with the goals and requirements of the SNAD. You are responsible for protecting significant natural features on your property whenever you propose to undertake any new construction, expansion, or site alteration. Contact the Bronx Office of the Department of City Planning if you have specific questions. What types of review might be required for my project? You should alway begin a project with a phone call to the Bronx Office of City Planning. Planners there will determine which of the four levels of review apply to your project. The levels are: As-of-right — if your property and project meet certain criteria for size and there are no significant natural features on your site, you may be able to apply directly to the Department of Buildings (DOB) for a building permit, without review by City Planning. The criteria are provided in section 105-021 of the zoning text. Certification — If your site does contain significant natural features,
