NYC Rules of the City of New York

§ 20-41 — Protection of Private and Public Property.

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An awardee and each designated carter must, to the greatest extent possible, prevent damage to public and private rights of way and property. If an awardee or any of its designated carters damages private property, it must immediately notify the property owner where feasible.

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Effective: 12/16/2021

§ 20-41 Protection of Private and Public Property.

RCNY § 20-41

An awardee and each designated carter must, to the greatest extent possible, prevent damage to public and private rights of way and property. If an awardee or any of its designated carters damages private property, it must immediately notify the property owner where feasible. If an awardee or any of its designated carters damages public property, it must immediately notify the Department and follow any Department directives, including any directives to notify and cooperate with other City agencies. An awardee shall be responsible for all costs associated with the repair or replacement of property that has been damaged by the equipment, employees or agents of the awardee or any of its designated carters, excluding damage from normal wear and tear. An awardee must promptly investigate and respond to any claim concerning property damage. If the Department notifies the awardee of a claim concerning any such damage, the awardee must investigate and respond to the Department within 3 business days. (Added City Record 11/16/2021, eff. 12/16/2021*) * Editor's note: For specific effective date provisions, see the editor's note at 16 RCNY Ch. 20.

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