NYC Smoke-Free Act Sign

Comply with New York City's Smoke-Free Air Act by posting the required NYC Smoke-Free Act Sign in designated areas of your building or business. Designed for durability and visibility, this sign helps inform occupants and visitors of smoking restrictions while supporting compliance with state and local regulations. 

What This Sign is For: The NYC Smoke-Free Act Sign notifies employees, customers, residents, and visitors that smoking and, where applicable, vaping are prohibited in accordance with New York State and New York City smoke-free laws. These signs help promote healthier indoor environments, reduce exposure to secondhand smoke, and inform the public of smoking restrictions before entering or occupying regulated spaces. 

Legal Requirement Explained: The New York State Clean Indoor Air Act (Public Health Law Article 13-E) and the New York City Smoke-Free Air Act require "No Smoking" signage in many workplaces, public buildings, and enclosed areas where smoking is prohibited. These laws prohibit smoking in most indoor public places and places of employment, with limited exceptions established by law.
Posting appropriate signage helps communicate smoking restrictions to occupants and visitors, supports enforcement efforts, and demonstrates compliance with applicable smoking regulations.

Who is Required to Post This Sign:
- Commercial office buildings
- Retail stores and shopping centers
- Restaurants and cafés
- Bars and entertainment venues
- Hotels and hospitality facilities
- Healthcare facilities
- Educational institutions
- Government buildings
- Manufacturing facilities
- Warehouses
- Apartment buildings and residential properties where smoke-free policies apply to common areas
- Any workplace or public indoor area where smoking is prohibited under New York State or New York City law

Where We Recommend This Sign Be Posted:
The sign should be installed in locations where it can be easily seen by occupants and visitors before entering or using a smoke-free area, including:
- Building entrances
- Main public entrances
- Employee entrances
- Lobby areas
- Reception areas
- Waiting rooms
- Break rooms
- Common areas
- Near elevators
- Other conspicuous locations where smoking restrictions apply
The goal is to provide clear notice before an individual enters a regulated smoke-free space.

Unacceptable Locations to Post This Sign:
- Behind doors or furniture where it cannot be seen
- Inside private offices where the public will not view it
- Behind plants, decorations, displays, or merchandise
- Above suspended ceilings or architectural features that obstruct visibility
- In poorly lit areas where the sign cannot be easily read
- On temporary surfaces that may be removed or relocated
- Anywhere occupants would not reasonably see the notice before entering the smoke-free area

Recommended Height / Installation Requirements:
- Install the sign at approximately 48–60 inches above the finished floor to the center of the sign for comfortable viewing.
- Mount the sign in a conspicuous location with a clear line of sight.
- Ensure the sign remains visible under normal lighting conditions.
- Do not cover or obstruct the sign with doors, equipment, displays, or decorations.
- Use durable materials suitable for the installation environment, particularly in high-traffic or semi-exposed areas.
- Replace faded, damaged, or illegible signs promptly to maintain visibility and effectiveness.

Disclaimer: The information provided is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice. Building owners and business operators should consult the latest New York State and New York City regulations or a qualified code professional to verify current signage requirements applicable to their property.