On December 18, New York City Council’s Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure passed a bill (Int 1000-2024) to require the Department of Transportation (DOT) to establish a pilot program to allow for-hire vehicles (FHVs) to park in commercial parking meter areas. The pilot program would last for one-year, but could be extended by an additional 180 days if DOT determines the extension “would promote the public interest.” DOT would also be required to submit a report on the effects of the pilot program.
As of late December, the bill was waiting for the mayor to sign it.
“No one should have to risk a fine or their health just to use the bathroom,” said Brendan Sexton, president of the Independent Drivers Guild, in a column for the New York Daily News.
According to the IDG, the legislation “will allow FHV drivers to park for short breaks in existing commercial vehicle metered parking spots.”
Sources: New York Daily News, IDG
