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What is NYC BC § 3301.9.6?

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This section outlines the requirements for posting temporary signs on protective structures that obscure lawful signs. The rules specify dimensions, placement, and restrictions to ensure visibility and compliance with safety standards. Applies to building owners whose properties have obscured lawful signs due to protective structures.

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3301.9.6 Obscured lawful signs.

BC § 3301.9.6

When a protective structure constructed in accordance with Section 3307 obscures from view a lawful and existing sign, a temporary sign may be posted on such protective structure. The temporary sign shall comply with the following requirements: 1. The temporary sign shall be securely fastened to the protective structure at a location directly in front of such business storefront; 2. The temporary sign shall be limited to a maximum height of 4 feet (1219 mm) and shall not exceed the square footage of the obscured lawful sign; 3. The temporary sign shall not project from the side or face of the protective structure; 4. When affixed to a sidewalk shed, the temporary sign shall not extend above or below the sidewalk shed parapet; 5. The temporary sign shall not be hung under the deck of a sidewalk shed or protective structure; and 6. Except where the sidewalk shed obscures a lawful projecting sign, the temporary sign shall not be placed on the end of a sidewalk shed that is perpendicular to the building.

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