How serious is violation 15L?

Major violation. CONTAMINATION RISK: This violation supports conditions allowing bacterial growth and pest activity. NYC Health Code Violation 15L violations associated with 25% increase in illness risk. Correction required within 24-48 hours.

How many NYC restaurants have been cited for violation 15L?

8 NYC restaurant inspections have included violation 15L, representing 0.01% of all inspections with violations.

Which borough has the most violation 15L citations?

Manhattan has the highest number of violation 15L citations among NYC boroughs.

Is violation 15L a critical violation?

No, violation 15L is classified as a major violation. However, all violations must be corrected to maintain a passing health grade.

Major Violation Code 15L

NYC Health Code Violation 15L — NYC Health Violation 15L

Overview

NYC Health Code Violation 15L is a major violation involving conditions that support bacterial growth and pest activity, creating a contamination risk in food preparation areas. This violation is associated with a 25% increase in illness risk and requires correction within 24–48 hours. Since implementation, violation 15L has been cited 8 times across NYC, with the majority of cases in Manhattan.

Times Cited in NYC

0.01%

of Inspections

Major

Severity Level

Manhattan

Most Common Borough

What is Violation 15L?

Violation of NYC Health Code requirements

What restaurants must do to fix this

Follow NYC Health Code Article 81 requirements. Implement corrective action immediately. Document all corrections. Train staff on proper procedures. Schedule follow-up inspection if critical.

NYC DOHMH Guidelines → CDC Food Safety Reference →

Which Boroughs See Violation 15L Most?

Manhattan

4 citations

Brooklyn

4 citations

Restaurants Cited for Violation 15L (8 total)

COCONUT HOOKAH

473 BAY RIDGE AVENUE, Brooklyn

Nov 12, 2016

RAZOR'S BAR & LOUNGE

87 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn

Sep 23, 2016

SALUD RESTAURANT

7204 3 AVENUE, Brooklyn

Aug 6, 2016

ARS NOVA THEATER

511 WEST 54 STREET, Manhattan

May 25, 2016

REVLON BAR - BELMONT ROOM @ METROPOLITAN OPERA

LINCOLN CENTER PLAZA, Manhattan

May 24, 2016

THE JOYCE THEATER

175 EIGHTH AVENUE, Manhattan

May 5, 2016

NEW AMSTERDAM THEATER

214 WEST 42 STREET, Manhattan

Nov 20, 2015

BROOKLYN SWEET SPOT

366 MYRTLE AVENUE, Brooklyn

Sep 13, 2014

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Violation 15L: Frequently Asked Questions

What is violation 15L in NYC restaurants?: Violation of NYC Health Code requirements
How serious is violation 15L?: Major violation. CONTAMINATION RISK: This violation supports conditions allowing bacterial growth and pest activity. NYC Health Code Violation 15L violations associated with 25% increase in illness risk. Correction required within 24-48 hours.
How many NYC restaurants have been cited for violation 15L?: 8 NYC restaurant inspections have included violation 15L, representing 0.01% of all inspections with violations.
Which borough has the most violation 15L citations?: Manhattan has the highest number of violation 15L citations among NYC boroughs.
What must a restaurant do to fix violation 15L?: Follow NYC Health Code Article 81 requirements. Implement corrective action immediately. Document all corrections. Train staff on proper procedures. Schedule follow-up inspection if critical.
Is violation 15L a critical violation?: No, violation 15L is classified as a major violation. However, all violations must be corrected to maintain a passing health grade.