NYC Council Introduction 1043

intro.nyc/1043-2026 2026-2029 Legislative Session
Illuminating pathways under elevated structures.
Status: Committee Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsored by Ty Hankerson
Introduced: September 10, 2026

This bill would require the Department of Transportation (“DOT”) to regularly study lighting conditions under elevated structures and, if there is insufficient lighting, install pedestrian lighting fixtures to sufficiently light the sidewalk underneath the structure, if feasible. This bill would also require DOT to report on lighting conditions and the installation of lighting.