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What is NYC AC § 10-114?

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This section prohibits any exhibition of climbing or scaling on the exterior of buildings, as well as performances from windows or open spaces that are visible to the public on the street or sidewalk. The statute is enforced by the appropriate city agency. Applies to individuals and performers engaging in such activities.

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§ 10-114 Street shows.

AC § 10-114

a. It shall be unlawful to give any exhibition of climbing or scaling on the front or exterior of any house or building. b. It shall likewise be unlawful for any person, from any window or open space of any house, or building, to exhibit to the public upon the street, or the sidewalk thereof, any performance of puppet or other figures, ballet or other dancing, comedy, farce, show with moving figures, play or other entertainment. c. Violations. Any person who shall violate any provision of this section, upon conviction thereof, shall be punished by a fine of not more than twenty-five dollars, or imprisonment for thirty days, or both.

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