Backflow prevention devices are an important component of our drinking water protection program and are legally mandated under the New York State Sanitary Code and the Rules of the City of New York …

Any time a project requires connecting to a city sewer, DEP must approve that the sewer can accept the storm and/or sanitary discharge. A sewer certification is required for any new connection to a city …

Since 2010, New York City has required restaurants to post letter grades that correspond to scores received from sanitary inspections. An inspection score of 0 to 13 is an A, 14 to 27 points is a B, and …

Wastewater is the mixture of used water and waste (sometimes it’s called “sanitary waste” or “sewage”) that flows down the drain or toilet from our homes and businesses.

New York City’s 14 Wastewater Resource Recovery Facilities together treat 1.3 billion gallons of wastewater daily. Each person can help our wastewater treatment system run better by conserving …

Need something else? Learn the rules for getting rid of trash, recycling, compost, electronics, bulk items, or special waste. Report: Missed Trash, Recycling, or Compost Collection Improper waste disposal …

This position requires knowledge of sanitary codes applicable to food storage, food handling and cleaning. The Stock Worker ensures that products are adequately stocked and available for internal …

You can purchase official NYC bins for trash, recycling, and compost disposal. As of November 12, 2024, all New York City properties with 1-9 residential units must use a bin (55 gallons or less) with a …

The sanitary conditions of New York City’s streets has effects beyond general quality of life: during flash flood conditions like those experienced on September 1, 2021 when Tropical Storm Ida hit the City, …

If one or more tax lots covered under the proposal do not front a sanitary or storm sewer, the applicant must comply with requirements under applicable local law and building code requirements that …