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What is NYC AC § 16-309?

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This section mandates the establishment of a curbside collection system for Christmas trees during at least two weeks in January each year. It requires the commissioner to ensure the composting or recycling of collected trees. Applies to property owners and residents disposing of Christmas trees.

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§ 16-309 Christmas trees.

AC § 16-309

The commissioner shall establish and implement a curbside collection system for Christmas trees during a minimum of two weeks in January of each year and provide for the composting or recycling of the Christmas trees the department collects or receives for disposal. Editor's note: For related unconsolidated provisions, see Appendix A at L.L. 1989/019.

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