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Senator · Senate District 17
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History
- Referred to local government
- Referred to local government
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BILL NUMBER:S4889
Title of bill
An act to amend the general municipal law, in relation to requiring the production of a photographic image of each violation of a local law, ordinance or code relating to sanitation
Purpose
To require that cities, towns, and villages have photographic proof of sanitation violations.
Summary of provisions
Amends the General Municipal Law, by adding a new Section 137 that requires photographic images of sanitation violations.
Justification
This provision would enable residents to have a photo of the conditions on their property that lead to a New York City Department of Sanitation violation. It would also simplify the appeals process with the Environmental Control Board. The administrative judge would have a date stamped photograph to review while considering the property owner's appeal.
Legislative history
None.
Fiscal implications
None to the state.
Local fiscal implications
To be determined.
Effective date
This act shall take effect on the ninetieth day after it shall have become law.
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