NYC Administrative Code

§ 28-502.5 — Display of name and registration number of outdoor advertising company.

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What is NYC AC § 28-502.5?

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This section mandates that outdoor advertising companies display their name and registration number on each sign they control, as well as the work permit identification number when applicable. The enforcement agency is the Department of Buildings (DOB). Applies to outdoor advertising companies operating in New York City.

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§ 28-502.5 Display of name and registration number of outdoor advertising company.

AC § 28-502.5

On and after a date to be prescribed by rule, the commissioner shall require that each outdoor advertising company display, in a manner to be provided by rule, on each sign under its control or on the building or premises where each sign under its control is located or both, (i) the name and registration number of such company and, (ii) unless a permit is not required, the work permit identification number for the installation, alteration or erection of the sign pursuant to chapter 1 of this code and, if applicable, for the maintenance of the sign pursuant to article 501.

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