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Brighter Sidewalk Sheds: New NYC Lighting Standards Under Local Law 47 of 2025

Brighter Sidewalk Sheds: New NYC Lighting Standards Under Local Law 47 of 2025

Brighter Sidewalk Sheds: New NYC Lighting Standards Under Local Law 47 of 2025

The New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) has announced an important safety upgrade for sidewalk sheds. Under Local Law 47 of 2025 (LL47) , which took effect on August 15, 2025, sidewalk sheds must now meet higher lighting standards to improve pedestrian safety and visibility across the city’s streets. PHOTO: GUY/STOCK.ADOBE.COM According to the new regulation, sidewalk sheds with construction documents submitted on or after August 15, 2025 must provide a minimum illum

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