Int 0070-2026 · BillCommittee · Jan 28, 2026
A Local Law to amend the New York city building code, in relation to preventing interference of sidewalk sheds in parks and playgrounds
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Farah N. LouisDemocratDistrict 45
Summary
This bill would require that sidewalk sheds avoid obstructing parks and playgrounds in New York City, and would require all sidewalk sheds located in parks and playgrounds to be constructed to allow for the elimination of any cross-bracing and have a minimum clear ceiling height of 12 feet, while still maintaining sidewalk shed safety requirements.
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Jan 28, 2026