NYC Sanitation Regulations and Legal Framework Flashcards

Which NYC agency regulates and oversees the transport and disposal of construction and demolition (C&D) debris?

Answer: NYC DSNY in coordination with NYCDEP

DSNY and NYCDEP jointly regulate C&D debris transport and disposal to prevent illegal dumping of construction waste.

Under NYC sanitation law, what is the fine for littering from a motor vehicle?

Answer: $300 for littering from a vehicle

NYC imposes a $300 fine for littering from a motor vehicle to deter drivers from disposing of waste in the street.

NYC's 'e-waste' law (Local Law 48 of 2008) prohibits placing which items in the regular trash?

Answer: Computers, televisions, and other covered electronic devices

Local Law 48 banned covered electronic devices from the regular waste stream and created a manufacturer take-back program.

What is the NYC DSNY policy regarding collection of refuse bags placed out before the legal set-out time?

Answer: Do not collect early set-out bags — note the violation for potential enforcement action

Early set-out is a code violation; collection workers should not collect and should document the infraction for enforcement.

Under NYC Local Law 146 of 2019, what change was made to how NYC manages its paper and metal recycling contracts?

Answer: The city moved from paying vendors to receiving revenue-sharing or negotiated contracts for recyclable commodities

Local Law 146 improved NYC's recycling economics by restructuring contracts to better reflect commodity market conditions.

According to NYC Administrative Code, what is the minimum frequency required for DSNY to sweep litter baskets on major commercial corridors?

Answer: Once per day or as needed based on fill level

High-traffic commercial areas require daily or more frequent litter basket servicing to prevent overflow and maintain cleanliness.