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Permit to Use a Hydrant

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City Environmental Protection, Department of

Businesses wishing to use water from a City fire hydrant require a Non-Premises Permit from the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). This permit grants access to hydrant water for a specific period of time and requires payment in advance on a 'per day of use' basis.

See Rules Governing and Restricting the Use and Supply of Water.

NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)

Address
Customer Service Center


59-17 Junction Boulevard, 13th Floor




Flushing NY 11373

For further assistance, please call 311 and ask for: Department of Environmental Protection

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