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Welcome to the Adirondack Park Agency

The APA is a New York State government agency, consisting of approximately 72 staff and an eleven-member board. In 1971 the APA was created by the State Legislature to develop long-range land use plans for both public and private lands within the Park.

Governor Paterson Announces Nearly 8,000 Acres of State Land Added to the Adirondack Wilderness

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Press Release

State Land Classification Proposal

The Adirondack Park Agency is accepting public comment on 91 state land classification proposals and 4 state land reclassification proposals. More information can be found on the State Land page and on the Public Input page.

Click HERE to view the State land classification proposals with an Interactive Map Application.

The New York State Senate introduced three departmental bills, advanced by the APA, designed to benefit the Adirondack Park.

Chairman Curtis F. Stiles said, “These bills were prepared with the best interest of the Adirondack Park in mind. They help address the critical need for affordable housing and establish a predictable funding source for local government planning efforts. In addition, we carefully evaluated our administrative process and proposed changes that will improve overall Agency efficiency, streamline the project review process and expand flexibility for transferring development rights.”

For additional information please see:
Administrative Brief (pdf 31kb)
Community Housing Brief (pdf 27kb)
Local Planning Brief (pdf 30kb)
Community Housing Opportunity Areas Map (pdf 391kb)

Regulatory Revisions

The Agency is receiving public comment on proposed changes to the definition of "Boathouse" and "Dock"

additional information...

The Adirondack Park and Energy

The Agency has complied a list of resource links that detail available programs, services and funding incentives to assist property owners and Park residents on energy matters and managing escalating energy costs. Energy links...

In a Hurry? Fast FACTS to keep you informed…

On many pages of our web site, in this location you'll find what we consider to be commonly needed information. Fast FACTS - easy access to common questions and useful information.

Citizen's Guide to Adirondack Park Agency Land Use Regulations -- This document explains APA jurisdiction for land owners and project sponsors. (pdf 370kb)

See About the Park for information on Adirondack history, nature, geography and more.

Jurisdictional Inquiry Form -- (pdf 46kb)

Current Activities
February Agency Meeting mailing... agenda... webcasting... more activities...

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Towers Information

Adirondack Cell Coverage Continues to Improve
- Park Towers Map
- Northway Towers Map
- Park Inventory
- Important information about the inventory
- December 2008 press release

What's New on the APA Website

Highlights of changes made to our website in the past few weeks can be found here...

Visit One of Our Interpretive Centers

Take a walk. Go wild. Listen to the birds, watch the butterflies. Go skiing or snowshoeing. There's lots to do and learn about the natural Adirondacks in Paul Smiths and Newcomb. more…
Adirondack Observer...

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