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What is NYC RCNY § 64-16?

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(a) At all times, a Taximeter Business must maintain a sign that displays the Taximeter Business License number and the words, "Licensed Taximeter Business". This sign must meet the specifications of the Commission and be hung or mounted on the outside of the premises so that it is easily visible to the public.

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§ 64-16 Business Requirements – Signage.

RCNY § 64-16

(a)At all times, a Taximeter Business must maintain a sign that displays the Taximeter Business License number and the words, "Licensed Taximeter Business". This sign must meet the specifications of the Commission and be hung or mounted on the outside of the premises so that it is easily visible to the public. A Taximeter Business must not display a "Licensed Taximeter Business" sign if its Taximeter Business License or any other necessary license is expired, suspended, or revoked.

(b)Each Licensed Taximeter Business must also display, on each of its business premises, a printed sign bearing its business name, License number, and the TLC complaint number. This sign must be affixed to the inside of a front window or glass pane so that it is clearly legible from the outside. This sign is not required when the business premises do not have any front windows or glass panes. 35 RCNY § 64-16(a)-(b)Penalty: $100 fineAppearance NOT REQUIRED

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