Requires public utility companies to repair or replace damaged residential lateral sewer and water pipes caused by their own activities.

This bill amends the administrative code of New York City to mandate that public utility companies must repair or replace damaged residential lateral sewer and water pipes if the damage was caused by the company's own activities. The bill adds sections 24-316.1 and 24-532.1 to the administrative code, specifying that when at least three properties within a 750-foot radius are notified to repair a damaged pipe, and after an investigation by the Department of Environmental Protection, the utility company must cover all investigation costs. The act takes effect immediately.

Requires public utility companies to repair or replace damaged residential lateral sewer and water pipes caused by their own activities.

This bill amends the administrative code of New York City to mandate that public utility companies must repair or replace damaged residential lateral sewer and water pipes if the damage was caused by the company's own activities. The bill adds sections 24-316.1 and 24-532.1 to the administrative code, specifying that when at least three properties within a 750-foot radius are notified to repair a damaged pipe, and after an investigation by the Department of Environmental Protection, the utility company must cover all investigation costs. The act takes effect immediately.