This legislation created a Theatre District Zone in Times Square to ensure pedestrian safety and manage commercial activity in the neighborhood.Under this new law, the NYC Department of Transportation has the authority to add new designated activity zones for commercial activities, including solicitation of any kind, distribution of anything, entertainment or performances by individuals or groups, and posing for or taking photographs or videos, where any form of compensation, donation, or gratuity is requested or accepted.Continue reading below for more information and answers to frequently asked questions.If you would like to report a condition related to Local Law 99 to us, please submit a comment anonymously through ReportIt.

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