FOIL: Penn Yan Sewer Capacity Studies 2025
What we requested, what was provided, and what remains unavailable to the public.
⚠️ ACTIVE FOIL REQUEST
PennYanCitizens.com submitted a FOIL request for sewer capacity studies and related infrastructure analyses in connection with the Route 14A development proposal. This page will be updated as documents are received or requests are denied. Last updated: March 2026
What We Requested
In connection with the proposed 500-unit Route 14A development (McFetridge Farm), PennYanCitizens.com submitted a Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) request seeking the following documents:
- Sewer capacity studies or analyses for the Penn Yan sewer system
- Water capacity studies for the village water treatment plant
- Electric load analyses for the Penn Yan Municipal Electric system
- Stormwater and drainage studies for the Route 14A project area
- Traffic impact studies submitted to or commissioned by the Penn Yan Planning Board
FOIL Response Status
Sewer Capacity Studies
No documents provided as of March 2026
Water Capacity Studies
No documents provided as of March 2026
Electric Load Analysis
No documents provided as of March 2026
Traffic Impact Study
No documents provided as of March 2026
Why This Matters
New York State's SEQRA law requires that significant environmental and infrastructure impacts be analyzed and publicly disclosed before major development approvals advance. Sewer, water, electric, and traffic capacity are among the most consequential impacts of a 500-unit development on a small municipality. Penn Yan's sewer system and water treatment plant already serve customers in multiple towns and municipalities. Residents have a right to see these analyses before planning approvals proceed.
Your FOIL Rights
Under New York State Freedom of Information Law:
- Any person can submit a FOIL request to any government agency
- Agencies must respond within 5 business days
- Agencies have 20 days to provide documents or explain a delay
- Denials can be appealed
- Requests can be submitted by email, mail, or in person
Village of Penn Yan FOIL Officer
111 Elm St, Penn Yan NY 14527
(315) 536-3015
Disclaimer: This page documents an active public records request. All information is factual and based on submitted FOIL requests. Updated March 2026.