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What is NYC BC § 406.9.3?

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This section prohibits vehicular activities related to open parking lots from encroaching upon sidewalks and mandates that no motor vehicle obstruct required windows or exits of adjacent buildings. The statute is enforced by the Department of Buildings. Applies to owners and operators of open parking lots.

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406.9.3 Locations prohibited.

BC § 406.9.3

All vehicular activities associated with the operation of open parking lots shall be entirely within the property lines of the premises. Vehicles shall not be permitted to encroach upon the sidewalks. No motor vehicle may be stored or parked in any location where it would obstruct a required window or required exit of any adjacent building.

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