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What is NYC FC § 5003.3?

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This section prohibits the release or disposal of hazardous materials, such as pesticides and fertilizers, into various water bodies or onto land, unless permitted by applicable regulations. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation enforces these regulations. Applies to property operators handling hazardous materials.

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5003.3 Release and disposal of hazardous materials.

FC § 5003.3

It shall be unlawful to release or dispose of any amount of hazardous material, including pesticides and fertilizers used for domestic, agricultural or horticultural purposes, into a sewer, storm drain, ditch, drainage canal, creek, stream, river, lake or tidal waterway or on the ground, sidewalk, street, highway or into the atmosphere, except when allowed by federal, state or local regulations or permits, including the regulations of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, as set forth in 6 NYCRR Parts 597 and 611.

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