NYC NYC Sanitation Regulations and Enforcement 2

Question 1

In NYC, commercial establishments must place their refuse in what type of container?

Accepted Answer

Approved lidded containers or bags

Answer

NYC regulations require commercial establishments to use approved lidded containers or tied bags for refuse to prevent litter and pest access.

Question 2

Which NYC law mandates that property owners keep sidewalks and gutters free of debris?

Accepted Answer

Administrative Code § 16-118

Answer

NYC Administrative Code § 16-118 requires property owners to keep the sidewalks and gutters adjacent to their property clean and free of debris.

Question 3

How often must commercial establishments in NYC have their refuse collected at minimum?

Accepted Answer

As required by DSNY schedule

Answer

Commercial establishments must arrange refuse collection in accordance with the DSNY-mandated schedule for their zone and waste volume.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of NYC's containerization law for large residential buildings?

Accepted Answer

To prevent pests and reduce street litter

Answer

The containerization law requires large buildings to store refuse in sealed containers primarily to prevent pests and reduce litter on NYC streets.

Question 5

Which offense can result in a DSNY summons being issued to a building owner for their tenant's actions?

Accepted Answer

Refuse placed outside without a container on non-collection days

Answer

Building owners can receive a DSNY summons if their tenants place refuse outside without proper containers on non-collection days.

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