Island Media · Oct 20, 2026
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*NYC Clears Sidewalk Sheds, Introduces Brighter Designs* NYC has reduced the number of sidewalk sheds—the overhead structures that protect pedestrians from falling debris near construction and building repairs—by about 1,200 since January. That’s a decline of more than 15% across the five boroughs, including Staten Island. The city also unveiled two new designs using transparent roofing or protective netting to let in more daylight and improve storefront visibility. Rules allowing the designs citywide are expected to be finalized before year’s end. *_Join the Island Media WhatsApp Status_* https://wa.me/19297271071?text=Subscribe *_Join the Island News and Updates group_* https://chat.whatsapp.com/Bi5MGP3Nx1qJUoVkKmYW5j
