Posted in NY Post Comptroller Mark Levine launches investigation into DOT and MOCS’ review of outdoor dining permits May 15, 2026 City Comptroller Mark Levine launched an investigation Thursday into the Big Apple’s popular outdoor dining program — citing concerns that more than half of restaurant applicants are stuck in limbo. https://nypost.com/2026/05/15/us-news/comptroller-mark-levine-launches-investigation-into-dot-and-mocs-review-of-outdoor-dining-permits/