Definitions.
24 RCNY § 5-02
in effect§ 5-02 Definitions.
When used in this Chapter, the following terms have the following meanings:
“Animal rescue group” has the same meaning as in § 17-802 of the Administrative Code.
“Animal shelter” has the same meaning as in § 17-802 of the Administrative Code.
“Cat” has the same meaning as in 24 RCNY Health Code § 161.02.
“Dog” has the same meaning as in 24 RCNY Health Code § 161.02.
“Health Code” means the New York City Health Code.
“Pet shop” has the same meaning as in § 17-371 of the Administrative Code.
“Small animal” has the same meaning as in 24 RCNY Health Code § 161.02.
(Added CIty Record 2/17/2026, eff. 3/19/2026)
Source: City of New York, Charter, Administrative Code and Rules (American Legal Publishing XML export, codelibrary.amlegal.com)URL: https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/newyorkcity/latest/NYCrules/0-0-0-105419Fetched: 10/24/2026