The Supreme Court in Albany County has annulled the 2025 wetland regulations adopted by the New York State Department of Conservation (DEC) after finding that the DEC failed to comply with the requirements of the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQR). In 2022, the State Legislature amended the Freshwater Wetlands Act (FWA) by altering how regulatory jurisdiction over wetlands is established. The DEC previously held responsibility for investigating and mapping ... Read More >

Cuddy & Feder attorney Deborah Farber-Kaiser presented “Elder Law 101” as part of a webinar hosted by the Senior Law Day Collaborative on January 6, 2026. Read More >

Cuddy + Feder LLP is pleased to welcome Clara Cusanelli and Sofia Puff as members of the Firm’s 2026 Summer Associate Class. Both are rising third-year law students at the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University. Clara Cusanelli has distinguished herself at Pace through her involvement with the Land Use Law Center, Pace International Law Review, and the Pace Energy and Climate Center. She earned her Bachelor of ... Read More >

Cuddy + Feder is pleased to announce the promotion of Alec Gladd to Partner. “Alec’s experience provides him with a unique perspective on the land use entitlement process,” said Anthony Gioffre, Managing Partner of Cuddy & Feder. “His dedication to clients, collaborative mindset, and professionalism have made him an invaluable member of the firm and an outstanding addition to the partnership.” As a member of the firm’s Land Use, Zoning ... Read More >

On April 24, 2026, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (“NYSDEC”) adopted final amendments to the State Environmental Quality Review Act (“SEQRA”) regulations (6 NYCRR Part 617). The newly adopted amendments, which will take effect on June 12, 2026, are primarily designed to implement the Environmental Justice Siting ... Read More >

On May 27, 2026, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed the FY2026-2027 State Budget which includes “Let Them Build” reforms to the State Environmental Quality Review Act (“SEQRA”) (1). New York’s housing crisis has been exacerbated by development delays which can substantially add time and cost to the entitlement process ... Read More >