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What is NYC RCNY § 3-11?

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(a) All Vessels entering, leaving or moving within the Marinas must be operated under mechanical power, not sail, except in an emergency. All Vessels in the Marinas must be operated at speeds so as not to create a wake.

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Effective: 8/31/2019Last amended: 8/31/2019

§ 3-11 Operation of Vessels.

RCNY § 3-11

(a)All Vessels entering, leaving or moving within the Marinas must be operated under mechanical power, not sail, except in an emergency. All Vessels in the Marinas must be operated at speeds so as not to create a wake.

(b)A Vessel that enters the World's Fair Marina or Boat Basin must be berthed or moored only where ordered and maneuvered as directed by Department staff.

(c)Vessels entering the Marinas under emergency conditions must promptly be reported by their owners to Department staff.

(d)A Permittee holding a seasonal dockage permit must notify the Dockmaster in writing prior to removing a Vessel from a Marina for more than 48 hours. To maximize access to the World's Fair Marina or Boat Basin, the Dockmaster may issue a transient dockage permit for the Permittee's assigned slip during such absence. A Permittee who fails to notify the Dockmaster of his or her scheduled return time or who returns before his or her scheduled return time may be required to remain outside the World's Fair Marina or Boat Basin until a vacant slip is available.

(e)In the event of an emergency, including unsafe condition on a ship, mooring, or Vessel, the Department may order a Permittee to take specific remedial measures within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Dockmaster. A Permittee who fails to take such measures within the specified time period shall be subject to the penalties set forth herein. (Amended City Record 8/1/2019, eff. 8/31/2019)

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