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Petition an Agency

Anyone can petition an agency to:

  • Propose a new rule,
  • Amend an existing rule,
  • Repeal an existing rule.

How to Submit a Rulemaking Petition

  1. Fill out the form for the rule you are proposing to add, amend, or repeal: https://rules.cityofnewyork.us/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/NYC-Rules-Petition-an-Agency-Form.docx
  2. Find the email for the agency you are petitioning here and send your completed form: https://airtable.com/appXXXZ3RgQ13zI7H/shrXW87ArrarG2nhR/tblgmZIiEbu1FgklJ If you are not sure which agency you should send your petition to, please send an email to [email protected] and describe the issue you want to address.
  3. The agency must reply to you within 60 days letting you know if they are proceeding with your rulemaking request or not.
    • If the agency decides not to pursue your rulemaking request, they must tell you why.
    • If the agency decides to go forward with the request, they must then begin the City Administrative Procedure Act (“CAPA”) rulemaking process. CAPA sets forth the procedures that agencies must follow when amending, repealing, or adding new rules. These procedures include publishing the proposed rule in The City Record and on the NYC Rules website, and holding a public hearing to allow the public to comment on your proposed rule.