NYC Council Introduction 917

intro.nyc/0917-2026 2026-2029 Legislative Session
Sanitation and cleanliness requirements for roadway and sidewalk cafes.
Status: Committee Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsored by Justin E. Sanchez
Introduced: May 20, 2026

This bill would require roadway and sidewalk cafe operators to ensure that their outdoor setups are clear of trash, debris, graffiti, vermin, food scraps and unsanitary conditions. Operators who violate this provision would be subject to civil penalties ranging from $300 for the first offense to $600 for the second and subsequent offenses.