§ 2-425 Required Signs on Pedicabs.
RCNY § 2-425
(a)Every pedicab shall have posted on the interior of the cab, where it is clearly visible at all times to any seated passenger, a sign with letters and numbers at least one-half (1/2) of an inch high, boldfaced type containing the following information: Licensee: (Insert name appearing on pedicab business license to which pedicab is registered or the DBA name of such licensee).Telephone Number: (Insert phone number of licensee).Pedicab Registration Number: (Insert registration number of pedicab)."If you have a complaint about this business, contact the NYC Department of Consumer Affairs at:" (Insert Department's current complaint number and web address).
(b)The letters and numbers on the sign displaying the dollar amount to be charged per minute per ride shall be at least two (2) inches high, in boldfaced type and such sign shall be clearly posted on both sides of the exterior of the pedicab where it shall be visible to persons prior to entering such pedicab. The sign must also state, in letters and numbers no less than one-half (1/2) of an inch high, in boldfaced type, that: (i) no additional fees may be charged; and (ii) drivers must give passengers a Pedicab Information Card. The sign must be laminated or protected by a clear plastic sheeting or other suitable material so that the text will not be destroyed, soiled, distorted or rendered illegible by water, snow or other weather conditions.
(c)A required sign to be attached to the rear of the pedicab bicycle seat must: (i) hang freely from the rear of the bicycle seat in clear view of passengers; (ii) be laminated or protected by a clear plastic sheeting or other suitable materials so that the text will not be destroyed, soiled, distorted or rendered illegible by water, snow or other weather condition; and (iii) state clearly in letters and numbers at least one (1) inch high the dollar amount to be charged per minute per ride.
