A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the department of transportation to investigate vehicle collisions

This local law amends the administrative code of New York City to enhance the Department of Transportation's (DOT) crash investigation and analysis unit. It expands the definition of a "serious vehicular crash" to include those resulting in significant injury or death, or for which a police collision report was prepared. The bill mandates that investigations must commence within one week and be completed within one month of a crash. It also requires the unit to review street design and infrastructure contributing to serious crashes, making recommendations for safety improvements. Reporting requirements are expanded to include details on evidence collected, determinations of fault, contributing factors, cost estimates for safety improvements, and a five-year analysis of similar crashes and the impact of previous design changes at specific locations. The law takes effect 90 days after enactment.

This law aims to improve traffic safety by ensuring more thorough and timely investigations of serious vehicle collisions. Residents can expect more detailed public reports on crash causes, contributing factors, and proposed safety improvements, potentially leading to safer streets in their neighborhoods.

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