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Local law · Int 0307-2024

Limiting nighttime illumination for certain buildings

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A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to limiting nighttime illumination for certain buildings

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WithdrawnLatest action Feb 28, 2024

New York City Council

Summary

This bill would prohibit nighttime illumination of the exterior or interior of any building whose main use or dominant occupancy is classified in group B or M pursuant to the New York City building code. Small stores are exempted and certain landmarked buildings may apply for a waiver of this requirement. Where a building owner has made a showing of special circumstances indicating a need for night security lighting the department may vary or waive the requirements of this section. Buildings may remain illuminated where individuals remain inside and where nighttime illumination is required by law, rule or zoning resolution. Seasonal displays may be illuminated until midnight and storefront displays are permitted limited illumination until midnight.

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  1. Introduced
  2. In committee
  3. Up for a vote
  4. Passed one chamber
  5. Passed
  6. Enacted
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Full history

  1. Feb 28, 2024

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