New York real estate glossary

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Search 189 exam terms from all 19 New York salesperson curriculum subjects. Every definition opens into a sourced guide with an exam cue, a practical example and the distinction students often miss.

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Municipal government

Architectural review board

A local body that may review exterior design features under authority granted by local law.

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B

Municipal government

Building department

A local office that administers building permits, code review, inspections and related records.

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C

Municipal government

Conservation advisory council

A local advisory body that may inventory natural resources and advise officials on environmental matters.

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Municipal government

County clerk

The county official or office that maintains specified public records, including land records recorded for property in the county.

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Municipal government

Historic preservation commission

A local body that may survey historic resources, recommend designation and review work under a local preservation law.

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P

Municipal government

Planning board

A local administrative body that may review subdivisions, site plans and special use permits when local law grants that authority.

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Municipal government

Tax assessor

The local official responsible for valuing real property for assessment administration.

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Municipal government

Zoning board of appeals

A local administrative and quasi-judicial body that hears zoning appeals, interpretations and variance requests.

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