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What is NYC AC § 27-165?

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This section mandates that a foundation or earthwork permit cannot be issued until the applicant provides at least five days of prior written notice to the owners of all adjoining properties that may be impacted by the proposed work. Applies to property owners involved in foundation or earthwork activities.

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§ 27-165 Notice to adjoining owners.

AC § 27-165

No foundation or earthwork permit shall be issued unless and until at least five days prior written notice of the permit application shall have been given by the applicant to the owners of all adjoining lots, buildings and service facilities which may be affected by the proposed foundation work or earthwork operations, except that any foundation or earthwork that is to be done with the use of explosives shall also be subject to the notice requirements set forth in section 27-4038.1 of this code.

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