NYC Administrative Code

§ 28-119.1 — Connection of service utilities.

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What is NYC AC § 28-119.1?

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This section prohibits utility companies from supplying gas to a building requiring new meters until a certificate of approval from the Department of Buildings is filed. The utility company must lock-off new gas service piping until the necessary inspections and certifications are completed. Applies to building owners installing new gas service systems.

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§ 28-119.1 Connection of gas service utilities.

AC § 28-119.1

It shall be unlawful for any utility company or utility corporation to supply gas to a building, place or premises in which new meters other than replacement are required until a certificate of approval of gas installation from the department is filed with such utility company or utility corporation. When new gas service piping has been installed it shall be locked-off by the utility company or utility corporation either by locking the gas service line valve or by installing a locking device on the outside gas service line valve. The lock shall not be removed until the gas meter piping (other than utility owned) and gas distribution piping have been inspected and certified as required by the department of buildings as being ready for service. (Am. L.L. 2024/128, 12/21/2024, eff. 12/21/2025) Editor's note: For related unconsolidated provisions, see Appendix A at L.L. 2024/128.

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