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What is NYC AC § 24-420?

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This section mandates that any individual who temporarily removes a lamp-post or electric light pole must reset it at their own expense upon completion of the necessary work. Violations of this statute can result in fines or imprisonment. Applies to individuals or entities responsible for lamp-post maintenance.

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§ 24-420 Replacement of lamp-posts or electric light poles.

AC § 24-420

a. Any person who shall take up and temporarily remove any lamp-post or electric light pole, under a permit or by other lawful authority, shall cause the same to be reset at his or her own expense immediately upon the completion of the work that necessitated its removal. b. Any person who shall violate any provision of this section shall, upon conviction thereof, be punished by a fine of not less than two hundred fifty nor more than five hundred dollars, or by imprisonment for not exceeding thirty days, or by both.

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