LL151 Local Law 151 of 2023 Active — May 2024
Small Business Fine Reductions
Local Law 151 of 2023 reduced or eliminated fines for a range of first-time violations affecting small businesses across DSNY, DOHMH, DCWP, and DOT. The intent was to allow small businesses to correct minor violations without facing immediate financial penalties, particularly for labeling, signage, and procedural requirements that are easy to miss.
$0
Recycling signage 1st offense (was $25)
$0
Organics labeling 1st offense (was $25)
May 2024
Effective date
Key Changes Under LL151
Fine Reductions — Before vs. After LL151
Source: NYC Council · Local Law 151 of 2023 · Effective May 2024
| Violation | Before LL151 | After LL151 |
|---|---|---|
| Recycling labeling/signage — 1st offense | $25 | $0 |
| Organics disposal labeling — 1st offense | $25 | $0 |
| Car wash recordkeeping — 1st offense | $100 | Cure period |
| Stoop line stand (preparing merchandise) — 1st | $100 | $0 |
| Sell-by date on perishable food — 1st offense | $100 | $0 |
| Bicycle delivery roster — 1st offense | $100 | $0 |
| DOHMH — healthy eating info posting | $500 max | $200 max |
| DOHMH — children's meal beverage violation | $100 | $50 |
LL151 does not cover all violations. Major violations — wrong CWZ hauler, grease discharge, no permits, operating without licenses — are not affected. The reductions apply specifically to labeling, signage, and administrative/procedural first offenses.
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