NYC Administrative Code

§ 24-210 — False and misleading statements; unlawful reproduction or alteration of documents.

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What is NYC AC § 24-210?

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This section prohibits individuals from knowingly making false or misleading statements or submitting deceptive documents to the Department of Buildings. It also forbids the reproduction or alteration of permits or certificates issued by the commissioner for the purpose of evading legal requirements. Applies to all individuals interacting with the department.

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§ 24-210 False and misleading statements; unlawful reproduction or alteration of documents.

AC § 24-210

(a)No person shall knowingly make a false or misleading statement or submit a false or misleading document to the department as to any matter within the jurisdiction of the department.

(b)No person shall make, reproduce or alter or cause to be made, reproduced or altered a tunneling permit, certificate or other document issued by the commissioner or required by this code if the purpose of such reproduction or alteration is to evade or violate any provision of this code or any other law.

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