§ 3-01 Department of Transportation Penalty Schedule.
RCNY § 3-01
All citations are to the Administrative Code of the City of New York or to this Title. Except as otherwise noted or provided in the relevant rule or law, a second or subsequent violation is a violation by the same respondent of the same provision of law, with a date of occurrence within 6 months of the date of occurrence of the previous violation. When a respondent is found to be in violation of any of the following provisions of the Administrative Code or this Title, any civil penalty recommended by the Hearing Officer under 48 RCNY § 6-17(c)(3), any default penalty imposed pursuant to 48 RCNY § 6-20(b) and subject to Section 1049-a(d)(1)(d) of the Charter, and any civil penalty imposed for admissions of violation(s) pursuant to 48 RCNY § 6-09(a) or late admissions pursuant to 48 RCNY § 3-17 will be imposed in accordance with the following penalty schedule: SectionDescriptionPenalty ($)Default ($)SectionDescriptionPenalty ($)Default ($)Admin. Code § 10-157(b), (c), (e)Failure to provide appropriate equipment to bicycle operator delivering on behalf of a business using a bicycle for commercial purposes (FIRST OFFENSE)100100Admin. Code § 10-157(b), (c), (e)Failure to provide appropriate equipment to bicycle operator delivering on behalf of a business using a bicycle for commercial purposes (SECOND OR SUBSEQUENT OFFENSE)250250Admin. Code § 10-157(d)Failure to produce or maintain a roster by a business using a bicycle for commercial purposes (FIRST OFFENSE)100100Admin. Code § 10-157(d)Failure to produce or maintain a roster by a business using a bicycle for commercial purposes (SECOND OR SUBSEQUENT OFFENSE)250250Admin. Code § 10-157(f)Failure to properly equip bicycle used on behalf of a business using a bicycle for commercial purposes (FIRST OFFENSE)100100Admin. Code § 10-157(f)Failure to properly equip bicycle used on behalf of a business using a bicycle for commercial purposes (SECOND OR SUBSEQUENT OFFENSE)250250Admin. Code § 10-157.1Failure to post Commercial Bicyclist Safety Poster containing required information (FIRST OFFENSE)100100Admin. Code § 10-157.1Failure to post Commercial Bicyclist Safety Poster containing required information (SECOND OR SUBSEQUENT OFFENSE)250250Admin. Code § 19-102(i)Use/opening of street without DOT permit1,5005,000Admin. Code § 19-102(i)Use/opening of protected street without DOT permit1,8005,000Admin. Code § 19-102(i)Working without DOT permit on controlled access highway4,0005,000Admin. Code § 19-102(ii)Failure to comply with terms and conditions of DOT permit1,2003,600Admin. Code § 19-102(ii)Failure to comply with terms and conditions of DOT permit on controlled access highway4,0005,000Admin. Code § 19-107Street closing without DOT permit1,8005,000Admin. Code § 19-108 Failure to have DOT permit on site or in field office5075Admin. Code § 19-109(a) Failure to provide adequate protection to persons and/or property at worksite1,2003,600Admin. Code § 19-109(b)Identifying signs improperly displayed or missing100300Admin. Code § 19-117(a)Constructing vault without license or revocable consent5001,500Admin. Code § 19-119Vault opening without proper protection250750Admin. Code § 19-121(a) Obstruction of any portion of street with construction materials/equipment without DOT permit7502,250Admin. Code § 19-121(b)(2) Debris/construction materials obstructing sidewalks, gutters, crosswalks, and driveways without DOT permit250750Admin. Code § 19-121(b)(3) Construction material/equipment without proper markings capable of producing a warning glow250750Admin. Code § 19-121(b)(4) Material/equipment without name, address, and telephone number of owner100300Admin. Code § 19-121(b)(5)Construction material/equipment within 5 feet of surface of railroad tracks5001,500Admin. Code § 19-121(b)(6)No street protection under construction material/equipment250750Admin. Code § 19-121(b)(7) Obstruction of fire hydrant or bus stop or other area with construction material or equipment, which would impair safety or convenience of public5001,500Admin. Code § 19-122 Failure to remove sand, dirt, rubbish, or debris from site within 7 days250750Admin. Code § 19-123 Placement of commercial refuse container on the street without DOT permit7502,250Admin. Code § 19-123No street protection under commercial refuse container250750Admin. Code § 19-124(a) Erect or maintain canopy over the sidewalk without DOT permit100300Admin. Code § 19-124(b) Failure to abide by permit conditions5075Admin. Code § 19-124(e) Unlawful advertising on canopy5075Admin. Code § 19-124.1(a) Displaying or installing banners without DOT permit150450Admin. Code § 19-124.1(c) Unlawful advertising on banner5075Admin. Code § 19-125Post/pole/flagpole socket/lamppost without DOT permit/consent100300Admin. Code § 19-125(a) Failure to obtain permit or revocable consent for flagpole socket / lamppost150300Admin. Code § 19-125(c) Improper placement of barber poles50150Admin. Code § 19-126Use/movement/removal of crane/building/structure without DOT permit1,0003,000Admin. Code § 19-127 Failure to properly label hand truck5075Admin. Code § 19-133Unauthorized projections and encroachments on City property250750Admin. Code § 19-133.1Maintaining an unlawful sidewalk ATM booth (Automated Teller Machine Booth) (FIRST DAY OF VIOLATION)2,5005,000Admin. Code § 19-133.1Failure to remove an unlawful sidewalk ATM booth (CONTINUING VIOLATION- for every 5-day period the violation remains)5,0005,000Admin. Code § 19-136Goods/wares/merchandise obstructing sidewalk150500Admin. Code § 19-136(b)Vehicle(s) on sidewalk50300Admin. Code § 19-136(j) Improper placement or maintenance of coin-operated rides150300Admin. Code § 19-138(b)Defacement of roadway or sidewalk250750Admin. Code § 19-147(d) Failure to replace loose, slippery or broken utility maintenance hole (manhole) covers, castings, and other street hardware250750Admin. Code § 19-151Failure to comply with commissioner's order250400Admin. Code § 19-159.4 Failure to equip concrete mixer truck driven in or through the city of New York with chute closure device during the transport of liquid concrete1,0003,000Admin. Code § 19-170(c)(3) Parking a tractor-trailer combination, tractor, truck trailer or semi-trailer on a residential street from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. (FIRST OFFENSE)400400Admin. Code § 19-170(c)(3) Parking a tractor-trailer combination, tractor, truck trailer or semi-trailer on a residential street from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. (SECOND OR SUBSEQUENT OFFENSE WITHIN SIX MONTHS)800800Admin. Code § 19-176(b)Unlawful bicycle riding50100Admin. Code § 19-176(c)Riding bicycle on sidewalk in manner which endangers any person or property (FIRST OFFENSE)100300Admin. Code § 19-176(c)Riding bicycle on sidewalk in manner which endangers any person or property (SECOND OR SUBSEQUENT OFFENSE)200600Admin. Code § 19-176(c)Riding bicycle on sidewalk in manner which endangers any person or property and causes physical contact with a person (FIRST OFFENSE)200500Admin. Code § 19-176(c)Riding bicycle on sidewalk in manner which endangers any person or property and causes physical contact with a person (SECOND OR SUBSEQUENT OFFENSE)4001,000Admin. Code § 19-176.2(b)Operation of motorized scooter within the city of New York500500Admin. Code § 19-176.3 Operation of a moped share system without authorization from the department25,00025,000Admin. Code § 19-176.3;34 RCNY § 4-19 Any other violation of Administrative Code § 19-176.3 or 34 RCNY § 4-195001,000Admin. Code § 19-190(a)Right-of-way - failure to yield100100Admin. Code § 19-190(b)Right-of-way - failure to yield, physical injury250250Admin. Code § 19-191(a)Leaving the scene - property damage (FIRST OFFENSE)5001,000Admin. Code § 19-191(a)Leaving the scene – property damage (SECOND OR SUBSEQUENT OFFENSE)1,0002,000Admin. Code § 19-191(b)Leaving the scene - physical injury (FIRST OFFENSE)2,0002,000Admin. Code § 19-191(b)Leaving the scene – physical injury (SECOND OR SUBSEQUENT OFFENSE)5,0005,000Admin. Code § 19-191(b)Leaving the scene - serious physical injury (FIRST OFFENSE)10,00010,000Admin. Code § 19-191(b)Leaving the scene – serious physical injury (SECOND OR SUBSEQUENT OFFENSE)15,00015,000Admin. Code § 19-191(b)Leaving the scene - death (FIRST OFFENSE)15,00015,000Admin. Code § 19-191(b)Leaving the scene – death (SECOND OR SUBSEQUENT OFFENSE)20,00020,000Admin. Code § 19-196Operating an all-terrain vehicle in the city of New York (FIRST OFFENSE)500500Admin. Code § 19-196Operating an all-terrain vehicle in the city of New York (SECOND OR SUBSEQUENT OFFENSE REGARDLESS OF INTERVAL BETWEEN OFFENSES)1,0001,00034 RCNY § 2-02(a) Failure to apply for a permit under a public utility's or franchisee's corporate name1,5004,50034 RCNY § 2-02(a)(1)(ii)Failure to provide name and telephone number of emergency contact25050034 RCNY § 2-02(c)(2) Failure to display required signs at work site7502,25034 RCNY § 2-02(c)(4) Failure to have the necessary ID markings on DOT required signs7502,25034 RCNY § 2-02(d)(2) Failure to obtain proper permits to repair the conditions reported on a CAR5001,50034 RCNY § 2-02(d)(3) Failure to timely protest a CAR25075034 RCNY § 2-02(g)(4) Failure to repair defects caused by respondent's underground structure1,2003,60034 RCNY § 2-02(m)Illegally working on a street during an embargo1,2003,60034 RCNY § 2-04(f)(1)Canopy erected/maintained on a restricted street15045034 RCNY § 2-05(d)(8)(vi)Divisible construction materials or equipment stored on the roadway at a height greater than 5 feet5001,50034 RCNY § 2-05(d)(8)(vi)Divisible construction materials or equipment stored on the sidewalk at a height greater than 5 feet5001,00034 RCNY § 2-05(d)(10) Failure to provide space within the storage area for loading and unloading of construction materials25075034 RCNY § 2-05(d)(12)Mixing mortar on roadway without protection25075034 RCNY § 2-05(d)(16) Failure to carry overhead equipment hoses, cables, or wires across the sidewalk with 14 feet minimum clearance25050034 RCNY § 2-05(h)(1)Construction shanty/trailer without DOT permit15045034 RCNY § 2-05(h)(4)Failure to remove shanties/trailers from roadway/sidewalk25075034 RCNY § 2-05(i)(1) Crossing sidewalk for the delivery or removal of any construction material or equipment on the street by vehicle or motorized equipment where there is no approved drop curb (driveway) without DOT permit25050034 RCNY § 2-07(a)(2) Failure to obtain an emergency number if opening an underground street access cover to perform emergency work during an embargo1,5005,00034 RCNY § 2-07(a)(4)Restricting more than 11 feet of roadway by opening covers/gratings5001,60034 RCNY § 2-07(a)(5)Opening more than two consecutive covers/gratings5001,60034 RCNY § 2-07(a)(6)Toolcart stored on sidewalk failed to provide a 5 foot minimum walkway25050034 RCNY § 2-07(a)(6)Toolcart stored on roadway without a DOT permit25075034 RCNY § 2-07(a)(6)Toolcart stored on sidewalk obstructing hydrant, bus stop, or driveway50050034 RCNY § 2-07(b)(2) Failure to repair defective street condition found within an area extending 12 inches outward from the perimeter of the cover/grating7502,25034 RCNY § 2-07(b)(2)Failure to obtain DOT permit for street plate covering defective condition1,5005,00034 RCNY § 2-07(b)(3)Utility cover/street hardware not flush with surrounding area1,0003,00034 RCNY § 2-07(c)(1)Doing non-emergency work on a critical roadway during restricted hours2,0003,00034 RCNY § 2-07(c)(4)(i)Opening a utility access cover without an authorization number2,0003,00034 RCNY § 2-07(c)(4)(iv)Failure to perform emergency work around the clock (covers / gratings)1,0003,00034 RCNY § 2-07(c)(4)(v)Failure to notify DOT of completion of emergency work (covers/gratings)25075034 RCNY § 2-09(f)(4)(v)Except as in NYC Administrative Code § 19-152, failure to install or seal expansion joints as per subsection25075034 RCNY § 2-09(f)(4)(viii)Except as in NYC Administrative Code § 19-152, failure to fully replace defective sidewalk flag25050034 RCNY § 2-09(f)(4)(xiv) Except as in NYC Administrative Code § 19-152, failure to install pedestrian ramp as per DOT drawings1,5004,50034 RCNY § 2-09(f)(4)(xvi)Except as in NYC Administrative Code § 19-152, failure to obtain DOT approval for distinctive sidewalk25075034 RCNY § 2-09(f)(4)(xvi)(C)Failure to replace distinctive sidewalk in kind25050034 RCNY § 2-09(f)(4)(xx) Failure to remove wood forms and/or tree guards upon expiration of the permit25075034 RCNY § 2-09(f)(4)(xxi) Failure to remove wood forms upon expiration of the permit25075034 RCNY § 2-09(g)(1)(i)Failure to install curb before commencing any roadway paving operation or sidewalk construction25050034 RCNY § 2-11(c)(1)(iii)Failure to mark out proposed excavation area; failure to limit geographical area to be marked out and/or use of excessive or oversized markings.1,5005,00034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(1)Failure to notify City 24 hours before street work25050034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(2)Failure to use only hand held tools, rockwheels or other DOT approved tools to precut pavement25040034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(3)(i)Excavation down 5 feet or greater without shoring/sheeting/bracing1,5004,50034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(3)(ii)Tunneling/jacking without a DOT permit4001,20034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(4)(ii)Failure to plate excavation in driving lane or intersection1,2003,60034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(4)(v)Failure to post flagperson at worksite to give directions8002,40034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(5)Failure to maintain a 5-foot pedestrian walkway on sidewalk25075034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(8)(i)Unsuitable backfill material used25075034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(8)(vi)Restoration sunken more than 2 inches5001,00034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(9)(i)Temporary pavement not flush with surrounding area5001,00034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(10)(i) Failure to use composite plates that comply with AASHTO H25 or HS25 specifications1,2003,60034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(10)(ii) Failure to properly place and ramp plating and decking a minimum of 12 inches beyond the edge of the trench1,2003,60034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(10)(iii)Failure to properly fasten plating and decking1,2003,60034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(10)(v) Failure to post "Steel Plates Ahead" or "Raise Plow" sign5001,50034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(10)(v) Failure to countersink plates flush with roadway1,0003,00034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(10)(vi) Failure to use plating and/or decking that is skid-resistant in its entirety on roadway1,0003,00034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(10(vii)Failure to remove plating and decking after final restoration or prior to DOT permit expiration.25050034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(10)(viii)Failure to add required identifying information to plating and decking25050034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(11)(iv)Failure to restore concrete-base roadway to same depth and strength as the original base concrete4001,00034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(11)(v) Failure to restore concrete base at same grade as existing base1,2003,60034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(11)(vi) Installing asphalt other than binder as a base course1,2003,60034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(11)(vi)Failure to install and compact binder in a maximum of four inch lifts4001,00034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(11)(vii)Failure to install protective plating over shallow conduit25050034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(11)(viii)Binder base or temporary restoration not flush with surrounding area7501,00034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(12)(ii)Wearing course not flush with surrounding area7502,25034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(12)(iii)Failure to provide minimum thickness of wearing course on full depth asphalt restoration4001,00034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(12)(v)Failure to restore entire pavement between street opening and curb4001,00034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(12)(vi)Failure to restore street in kind (non-historic district)7501,00034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(12)(vii)Failure to restore pavement in kind in designated historic district25075034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(12)(viii)Failure to properly seal and maintain the wearing course25075034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(12)(ix) Failure to obtain DOT permit for any changes to, or installation of, temporary roadway pavement markings7501,00034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(12)(ix) Failure to obtain DOT permit for any changes to, or installation of, temporary construction, parking or regulatory signs and supports7502,25034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(12)(ix) Failure to restore in kind all roadway pavement markings1,5004,50034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(12)(ix) Failure to restore in kind any parking or regulatory signs or supports1,5004,50034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(12)(x)Failure to permanently restore cut within required time8002,40034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(12)(xiii) Failure to provide smooth riding surface free of defects in the final completed wearing course7502,25034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(13)(ii)Failure to restore concrete pavement at the same depth, strength and finish as original pavement4001,00034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(13)(v)Installing asphalt on a concrete street or concrete bus stop area7001,00034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(13)(vi)Failure to conform to the applicable Standard Detail Drawing #H-1042 or DOT approved standard (concrete roadways)7501,00034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(14)(i)Failure to apply color code identifying DOT permittee5015034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(14)(iii)Failure to install a color coding marker at the end of the restoration25075034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(16)(i)(A)Failure to submit a street opening location form ("cutform") upon DOT's request5015034 RCNY § 2-11(e)(16)(iii)Failure to comply with all applicable sections of the Highway Rules, the Standard Specifications, Standard Detail Drawings, and all other applicable laws or rules7501,00034 RCNY § 2-11(f)(2)(ii)Failure to obtain a confirmation number prior to expiration of DOT street opening permit (protected street)25075034 RCNY § 2-11(f)(4)(i)Failure to obtain a confirmation number two hours prior to the commencement of a backfill on a protected street7502,25034 RCNY § 2-11(f)(4)(v)Failure to conform to the applicable Standard Detail Drawing #H-1042 or DOT approved standard (protected street)7501,00034 RCNY § 2-11(g)(1)(i)Working without a valid emergency number1,0003,00034 RCNY § 2-11(g)(1)(ii) Doing non-emergency work with an emergency authorization number2,0006,00034 RCNY § 2-11(g)(2)(i) Failure to begin emergency work within 2 hours after authorization1,0003,00034 RCNY § 2-11(g)(2)(ii)Failure to perform emergency work around the clock1,0003,00034 RCNY § 2-11(g)(2)(viii) Failure to apply for DOT permit within two business days of receiving an emergency permit number7502,25034 RCNY § 2-13(l)(2)Failure to repair sidewalk covering a vault25040034 RCNY § 2-14(b)(1)Displaying or installing banners without DOT permit15045034 RCNY § 2-14(e)(2)(v)Failure to maintain and/or replace weatherproof receptacles as necessary for holiday/temporary lighting.15030034 RCNY § 2-14(e)(2)(viii)Failure to obtain and maintain the required insurance for holiday/temporary lighting.25050034 RCNY § 2-14(e)(2)(ix)Failure to obtain a DOT permit prior to commencing work for holiday/temporary lighting.25050034 RCNY § 2-14(e)(2)(x)Failure to remove temporary lighting and related equipment when required for holiday/temporary lighting.25050034 RCNY § 2-14(e)(2)(xiii)Use of electrical service exceeding 120 volts and/or fused larger than 15 amperes for holiday/temporary lighting.25050034 RCNY § 2-14(e)(2)(xiv)Failure to comply with minimum height clearances for holiday/temporary lighting.25050034 RCNY § 2-14(e)(2)(xv)Supporting or securing holiday/temporary lighting to a fire escape or drainpipe; failure to insulate temporary lighting.25050034 RCNY § 2-14(e)(2)(xviii)Failure to obtain DOT approval for adjustments to work on holiday/temporary lighting.20040034 RCNY § 2-14(e)(2)(xix)Failure to perform changes mandated by DOT on holiday/temporary lighting.15030034 RCNY § 2-14(e)(2)(xxi)Failure to certify work for holiday/temporary lighting.15030034 RCNY § 2-14(f)(2)(i)Commercial refuse container stored or placed in an unauthorized area25075034 RCNY § 2-14(f)(2)(ii)Commercial refuse container stored or placed within 15 feet of a hydrant25075034 RCNY § 2-14(f)(2)(iv)Commercial refuse container placed in a crosswalk or pedestrian ramp25075034 RCNY § 2-14(f)(3)Commercial refuse container causing obstruction or interference25075034 RCNY § 2-14(f)(4)Unlabeled or improperly labeled commercial refuse container25075034 RCNY § 2-14(f)(5)Commercial refuse container not parallel to the curb or extended more than 9 feet into the roadway25075034 RCNY § 2-14(f)(6) Failure to have the proper street protection under commercial refuse container at all times25075034 RCNY § 2-14(f)(7)Commercial refuse container without proper reflective markings on all four sides25075034 RCNY § 2-14(f)(8) Commercial refuse container/debris obstructing sidewalks, gutters, crosswalks, bike lanes or driveway25075034 RCNY § 2-14(j) Failure to adequately maintain a temporary outdoor dining setup50050034 RCNY § 2-20(a)(1)Item attached to City electrical equipment without DOT permit25050034 RCNY § 2-20(a)(2)Unauthorized person working within 3 feet of City electrical equipment25050034 RCNY § 2-20(a)(6)Failure to notify DOT's Electrical Inspection Unit at least 72 hours prior to the commencement of non-emergency work25050034 RCNY § 2-20(a)(7)Breaking, defacing, removing, or interfering with equipment as per section25050034 RCNY § 2-20(b)(2) Installation of an overhead shunt or wrap-around shunt without a DOT permit5001,50034 RCNY § 2-20(b)(2) Installation of street shunt without a DOT permit7502,25034 RCNY § 2-20(b)(4) Failure to replace shunt with permanent connection within 90 days7502,25034 RCNY § 2-20(b)(7) Failure to bear a sign pursuant to 34 RCNY § 2-02(c)(2) with contractor's name, telephone numbers, start and end dates of all work7502,25034 RCNY § 2-20(b)(9)Failure to maintain overhead shunt or supports at minimum clearances25050034 RCNY § 2-20(e)(7)Failure to protect conductor against accidental contact or possible interference25050034 RCNY § 2-20(j)(4) Failure to repair non-city electrical and/or non-electrical equipment within the required time frame7502,25034 RCNY § 2-20(n)(2)Anchor guy attached to City property without DOT approval25050034 RCNY § 2-20(n)(3)(i)Anchor guy attached to City property within 25 feet of intersecting street25050034 RCNY § 2-20(n)(3)(ii)Anchor guy attached to City property where head guys or pole guys and cribbed poles sufficient25050034 RCNY § 2-20(n)(3)(iii)Anchor guy attached to City property interfering with the entrance of a building or garage25050034 RCNY § 2-20(n)(4)Anchor guy attached to City property not protected by approved shield25050034 RCNY § 2-20(q)(7)Failure to install or relocate street poles within 80 to 130 feet apart, unless authorized by DOT50050034 RCNY § 4-10(c)(1)Unauthorized passenger pickup or discharge (FIRST OFFENSE)50050034 RCNY § 4-10(c)(1)Unauthorized passenger pickup or discharge (SECOND OR SUBSEQUENT OFFENSE)2,5002,50034 RCNY § 4-10(d)(7)(ii)Failure of an intercity bus permit holder to prominently display a copy of an intercity bus permit (FIRST OFFENSE)50050034 RCNY § 4-10(d)(7)(ii)Failure of an intercity bus permit holder to prominently display a copy of an intercity bus permit (SECOND OR SUBSEQUENT OFFENSE)2,5002,50034 RCNY § 4-10(d)(7)(iii)Failure of an intercity bus permit holder to properly display the operator's name, address and telephone number (FIRST OFFENSE)50050034 RCNY § 4-10(d)(7)(iii)Failure of an intercity bus permit holder to properly display the operator's name, address and telephone number (SECOND OR SUBSEQUENT OFFENSE)2,5002,50034 RCNY § 4-10(d)(7)(v)Unlawful stopping or standing in an assigned on-street bus stop location except when actively engaged in the pick-up or discharge of passengers by an intercity bus permit holder (FIRST OFFENSE)50050034 RCNY § 4-10(d)(7)(v)Unlawful stopping or standing in an assigned on-street bus stop location except when actively engaged in the pick-up or discharge of passengers by an intercity bus permit holder (SECOND OR SUBSEQUENT OFFENSE)2,5002,50034 RCNY § 4-10(d)(7)(vi)Altering an intercity bus permit (FIRST OFFENSE)50050034 RCNY § 4-10(d)(7)(vi)Altering an intercity bus permit (SECOND OR SUBSEQUENT OFFENSE)2,5002,50034 RCNY § 4-12(p)(ii) Failure to register a business using a bicycle for commercial purposes with the Department10010034 RCNY § 4-16(b), (c), (d), and (e)Failure to comply with DOT Pedestrian Plaza Rules50050034 RCNY § 4-17 Demonstrating or testing a motor vehicle with autonomous vehicle technology on any public highway in the city of New York without a permit from the Department5,000per day5,000per day34 RCNY § 4-19(d)(6) Failure to provide or comply with a safety plan5,00015,00034 RCNY § 4-19(d)(7) Failure to provide or comply with a vehicle maintenance and inspection plan5,00015,00034 RCNY § 4-19(d)(8) Failure to provide or comply with a rider accountability and compliance plan5,00015,00034 RCNY § 4-19(d)(9) Failure to provide or comply with a community outreach plan5,00015,00034 RCNY § 4-19(d)(10) Failure to provide or comply with an equity plan5,00015,00034 RCNY § 4-19(e)(3) Failure to comply with the terms of a moped share system permit5,00015,00034 RCNY § 4-20(b) Use of a Pedestrian Flow Zone in the Theatre District Zone for any purpose other than the safe and continuous movement of pedestrian traffic50050034 RCNY § 4-20(c) Engaging in Designated Activities within the Theatre District Zone outside of Designated Activity Zone(s), except where otherwise authorized500 500 34 RCNY § 4-21(d) Failure to comply with open streets rules50050034 RCNY § 5-02(a) Operation of a sidewalk cafe or roadway cafe without a license and revocable consent (FIRST OFFENSE)50050034 RCNY § 5-02(a) Operation of a sidewalk cafe or roadway cafe without a license and revocable consent (SECOND AND SUBSEQUENT OFFENSE)1,0001,00034 RCNY § 5-10 Failure to comply with operation and management requirements (FIRST OFFENSE)20020034 RCNY § 5-10 Failure to comply with operation and management requirements (SECOND AND SUBSEQUENT OFFENSE)50050034 RCNY § 5-11 Failure to comply with design requirements (FIRST OFFENSE) 20020034 RCNY § 5-11 Failure to comply with design requirements (SECOND AND SUBSEQUENT OFFENSE)50050034 RCNY § 5-13* Failure to adequately maintain a temporary outdoor dining setup500500 * Editor's note: Pursuant to § 5 of the adopted rule (City Record 2/2/2024, eff. 3/3/2024), this provision expires and is deemed repealed on November 1, 2025. Penalty Schedule Related to Newsracks Section Description Penalty ($) Default ($) Section Description Penalty ($) Default ($) Admin. Code § 19-128.1(b)(1)Newsrack exceeds size limits100500Admin. Code § 19-128.1(b)(2)Newsrack used for impermissible advertising/promotional purposes100500Admin. Code § 19-128.1(b)(3)Failure to keep coin return mechanism in good working order100500Admin. Code § 19-128.1(b)(4)Failed to affix correct name/address/telephone number to newsrack as per subsection100500Admin. Code § 19-128.1(b)(5), (6)Newsrack placed/installed/maintained in improper location250500Admin. Code § 19-128.1(b)(7)Failure to place/install newsrack in a manner so that it cannot be tipped over250500Admin. Code § 19-128.1(c)(1)Failure to notify DOT of newsrack information and compliance as per subsection3,0004,000Admin. Code § 19-128.1(c)(2)Failure to notify DOT of required newsrack information for: 1 - 99 racks 250250 100 - 249 racks550750 250 - 499 racks1,1001,500 500 - 749 racks1,7002,250 750 - 999 racks2,3003,000 1,000 + racks3,0004,000Admin. Code § 19-128.1(d)Failure to maintain / provide required indemnification/insurance information for: 1 - 99 racks 250250 100 - 249 racks550750 250 - 499 racks1,1001,500 500 - 749 racks1,7002,250 750 - 999 racks2,3003,000 1,000+ racks3,0004,000Admin. Code § 19-128.1(e)(1)Failure to / inaccurately certified graffiti-removal info for: 1 - 99 racks (OATH Code AD90) 250250 100 - 249 racks550750 250 - 499 racks1,1001,500 500 - 749 racks1,7002,250 750 - 999 racks2,3003,000 1,000 + racks3,0004,000Admin. Code § 19-128.1(e)(1)Failure to maintain accurate logs / records as per subsection for: 1 - 99 racks (OATH Code AD91) 250250 100 - 249 racks550750 250 - 499 racks1,1001,500 500 - 749 racks1,7002,250 750 - 999 racks2,3003,000 1,000 + racks3,0004,000Admin. Code § 19-128.1(e)(1)Failure to provide maintenance logs/records as per subsection for: 1 - 99 racks (OATH Code AD92) 250250 100 - 249 racks550750 250 - 499 racks1,1001,500 500 - 749 racks1,7002,250 750 - 999 racks2,3003,000 1,000 + racks3,0004,000Admin. Code § 19-128.1(e)(2)Failure to remove refuse from newsrack as per subsection100500Admin. Code § 19-128.1(e)(3)Newsrack empty/unsecured door for impermissible time100500Admin. Code § 19-128.1(e)(4)Failure to correct newsrack damaged/in need of repair as per subsection100500Admin. Code § 19-128.1(e)(5)Failure to repair damage to City property/sidewalk caused by newsrack10050034 RCNY § 2-08(e)(3)Failure to remove refuse from newsrack as per paragraph10050034 RCNY § 2-08(e)(5)Newsrack empty/unsecured door for impermissible time10050034 RCNY § 2-08(e)(4)Failure to correct newsrack damaged/in need of repair as per paragraph10050034 RCNY § 2-08(b)(3)Failure to repair damage to City property/sidewalk caused by newsrack10050034 RCNY § 2-08(d)(2)Failure to affix correct name/address/telephone number to newsrack as per paragraph10050034 RCNY § 2-08(d)(1)Newsrack exceeds size limits10050034 RCNY § 2-08(d)(3)Newsrack used for impermissible advertising/promotional purposes10050034 RCNY § 2-08(c)Newsrack placed/installed/maintained in improper location25050034 RCNY § 2-08(b)(1)Failure to place/install newsrack in a manner so that it cannot be tipped over25050034 RCNY § 2-08(b)(4)(i) and (ii)Failure to notify DOT of newsrack information and compliance as per paragraph3,0004,00034 RCNY § 2-08(b)(4)(iii), (iv) and (v)Subsequent to the initial notification to DOT, failure to notify DOT in accordance with rule requirements for: 1 - 99 racks375500 100 - 249 racks550750 250 - 499 racks1,1001,500 500 - 749 racks1,7002,250 750 - 999 racks2,3003,000 1,000 or more racks3,0004,00034 RCNY § 2-08(e)(2)Failure to maintain accurate logs/records per DOT requirements for: 1 - 99 racks375500 100 - 249 racks550750 250 - 499 racks1,1001,500 500 - 749 racks1,7002,250 750 - 999 racks2,3003,000 1,000 or more racks3,0004,00034 RCNY § 2-08(e)(2)Failure to provide maintenance logs/records to DOT on request for: 1 - 99 racks375500 100 - 249 racks550750 250 - 499 racks1,1001,500 500 - 749 racks1,7002,250 750 - 999 racks2,3003,000 1,000 or more racks3,0004,00034 RCNY § 2-08(f)Failure to maintain/provide proper indemnification/insurance information for: 1 - 99 racks375500 100 - 249 racks550750 250 - 499 racks1,1001,500 500 - 749 racks1,7002,250 750 - 999 racks2,3003,000 1,000 or more racks3,0004,000 (Added City Record 9/1/2017, eff. 10/1/2017; amended City Record 7/26/2018, eff. 8/25/2018; amended City Record 12/3/2020, eff. 1/2/2021; amended City Record 9/7/2021, eff. 9/7/2021; amended City Record 12/9/2021, eff. 12/9/2021; amended City Record 12/14/2021, eff. 12/14/2021; amended City Record 7/20/2022, eff. 8/19/2022; amended City Record 8/4/2022, eff. 9/3/2022; amended City Record 9/12/2023, eff. 9/12/2023; amended City Record 2/2/2024, eff. 3/3/2024; amended City Record 2/28/2024, eff. 3/29/2024)
