Relates to the declaration of a sign as a public nuisance and its removal
This bill amends New York City's administrative code to declare signs larger than 200 square feet (19 square meters) that violate zoning, building, or signage rules as public nuisances. It directly affects property owners or businesses displaying such signs that don't comply with city regulations. The commissioner of buildings must order removal after providing notice and a hearing, and must immediately remove any previously deemed illegal signs. The law takes effect immediately upon passage.
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in committee
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Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 10, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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REFERRED TO CITIES 1
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Jan 10, 2025
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1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
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Party
State
District
P
Andrew Lanza
RRepublican/Conservative/Independence/Reform
Co
Robert Jackson
DDemocratic/Working Families
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