New York State banned the sale and planting of two running bamboo species (Golden bamboo and Yellow groove bamboo) in 2015 under 6 NYCRR Part 575. Existing bamboo need not be removed but cannot be propagated. Many Long Island municipalities have additional local bamboo ordinances, though NYC itself relies on the state-level prohibition.
In 2015, New York State adopted regulations under 6 NYCRR Part 575 that prohibit the sale, purchase, introduction, propagation, and transport of certain invasive species, including Golden bamboo (Phyllostachys aurea) and Yellow groove bamboo (Phyllostachys aureosulcata). These two running bamboo species are classified as prohibited invasive species. The regulation does not require removal of existing bamboo already present in landscapes. Clumping bamboo varieties are not regulated under this statute. Within NYC, the state-level prohibition applies. NYC Parks may address bamboo encroachment on public land as a maintenance issue. Property owners whose bamboo spreads to neighboring lots may face civil liability for nuisance under common law. Several Long Island municipalities (Oyster Bay, Islip, Shelter Island) have enacted additional local bamboo ordinances requiring permits or containment barriers.
Violations of 6 NYCRR Part 575 (selling or planting prohibited species) can result in civil penalties. Property owners may face nuisance claims in civil court if bamboo encroaches on neighboring property. Containment of running bamboo through root barriers is strongly recommended.
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