New York City's City Council is discussing legislation aimed at reforming street vendor regulations, such as decriminalizing violations and eliminating the cap on vendor permits. Introduced by Democrat Pierina Sanchez, these bills address long-standing issues under which many street vendors operate without permits. Currently, about 20,000 vendors exist, with many awaiting permits. While Mayor Eric Adams is against lifting the permit cap due to concerns over pedestrian traffic and small business impacts, the Independent Budget Office estimates that issuing permits could boost city revenue.
New York City's City Council is contemplating bills to relax street vendor regulations, particularly by decriminalizing violations and lifting license caps, addressing longstanding permit issues.
Mayor Eric Adams opposes lifting the permit cap, citing potential impacts on pedestrian traffic and small businesses, preferring managed growth instead of a blanket increase in permits.
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