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What is NYC RCNY § 32-03?

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A permittee who allows dogs that are not service dogs to accompany their owners in outdoor dining areas must post a sign at or near the entrance to the food service establishment with the following statement: Companion dogs are only allowed in certain outdoor dining area(s) of this establishment. Only service dogs are

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Effective: 4/23/2016

§ 32-03 Signage.

RCNY § 32-03

A permittee who allows dogs that are not service dogs to accompany their owners in outdoor dining areas must post a sign at or near the entrance to the food service establishment with the following statement: Companion dogs are only allowed in certain outdoor dining area(s) of this establishment. Only service dogs are allowed in other parts of this establishment. Your companion dog must be licensed and currently vaccinated against rabies to remain in the outdoor dining area with you. You are responsible for controlling your dog at all times. An establishment that chooses not to allow dogs, other than service dogs, to accompany their owners is not required to post any signage regarding its policy toward dogs. (Added City Record 3/23/2016, eff. 4/23/2016)

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