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What is NYC AC § 28-119.6?

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This section grants the commissioner the authority to disconnect electrical energy supply to unsafe wiring or appliances after inspection. The statute aims to protect persons and property from potential hazards associated with electrical systems. Applies to building owners with electrical installations deemed unsafe.

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§ 28-119.6 Authority to disconnect electrical energy supply.

AC § 28-119.6

The commissioner may authorize wires or appliances to be disconnected from the supply of electrical energy and to seal the wiring and appliances after due inspection or where in the commissioner’s judgment the continued use of such electric wiring or appliances in or on any building or structure is unsafe or dangerous to persons or property. (L.L. 2024/128, 12/21/2024, eff. 12/21/2025) Editor's note: For related unconsolidated provisions, see Appendix A at L.L. 2024/128.

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