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What is NYC FC § 117.3.3?

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This section outlines the requirement for timely payment of fees for services rendered by the department, including inspections. It specifies that payments must be made within 30 days of receiving the bill and addresses the process for disputing charges. Applies to owners receiving services from the department.

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117.3.3 Late payment of fees for services.

FC § 117.3.3

All fees for services rendered by the department, including inspections and witnessing of tests, shall be paid within 30 calendar days of receipt of the bill therefor. Any disputes regarding such bill shall be submitted in writing within 20calendar days of the date of receipt thereof. Failure to timely remit payment shall subject the owner or other person receiving such service to be additionally liable to the department for interest on the compensation due and owing to the department. Such interest shall be computed for the period from the date of the bill to the date of payment, based on the amount of the bill and the rate of interest set forth in Section 5004 of the New York Civil Practice Law and Rules.

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