New York City Smoke Free Air Act of 2002
Fact Sheet for Tenants and Landlords of Residential Buildings
- Smoking is prohibited in the common indoor areas of buildings with 10 or more dwelling units.
- Common indoor areas of multiple dwelling units include hallways, stairwells, lobbies, laundry rooms, and other work areas of the building used by the tenants or by the maintenance and building personnel.
- “No smoking" signs or the international symbol for "no smoking" must be displayed in all common indoor areas of the building.
- Owners of residential buildings are responsible for all violations reported concerning the Smoke Free Air Act and may incur penalties if they fail to comply with the law.
- Smoking is not prohibited in apartments and other private residences except in areas where child day care centers or health care facilities are being operated, are open, or employees are working.
Last Updated on 9/21/2005
