Local law · Int 0865-2026
The minimum required distance between a primary building entrance and a sidewalk cafe
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A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the minimum required distance between a primary building entrance and a sidewalk cafe
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New York City Council
Summary
This bill would require there to be a distance of at least five feet between a primary building entrance, which is the main entrance used by building residents, and a sidewalk cafe.
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Where it stands
Assigned to a committee for review.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Up for a vote
- Passed one chamber
- Passed
- Enacted
Committee
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
Cosponsors
Shirley Aldebol, Chris Banks and 2 others
Cosponsors in the order the New York City Council lists them.
- Democratic3
- Republican1
This bill has cosponsors from more than one party.
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Full history
- Apr 30, 2026
Introduced
This Introduction was Introduced by Council
NYC Council
- Apr 30, 2026
Referred to committee
This Introduction was Referred to Comm by Council to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
NYC Council