Bill > S01597

This bill modifies the New York City Administrative Code to change how large illegal signs are handled by city authorities. Specifically, the bill modifies Section 28-503.1 to mandate that the commissioner of buildings shall (rather than may) order the removal of any sign larger than 200 square feet that violates zoning resolutions, building codes, or related rules. The bill changes the language from permissive ("may") to mandatory ("shall"), requiring the commissioner to take action after providing notice and a hearing. Additionally, the bill requires the immediate removal of any sign that has previously been determined to be illegal. The key change is that the bill removes the commissioner's discretion in dealing with large illegal signs, making sign removal a mandatory process when a sign is found to be non-compliant with existing regulations. The bill aims to more strictly enforce sign regulations in New York City and ensure that illegal signs are promptly addressed.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S1597