Within how many feet of the entrance or exit of any City facility is smoking prohibited?

• A. 10
• B. 50
• C. 25
• D. 100

Answer: (C)

Smokers need a clear buffer from building openings to protect people entering and leaving from secondhand smoke. For City facilities, the rule is smoking is prohibited within 25 feet of any entrance or exit. This distance provides a practical guard so smoke is less likely to drift into doorways and into the building, helping both pedestrians and staff avoid exposure and keeping indoor air clearer.

Among the choices, 25 feet is the standard, balancing practicality with health protection. A smaller distance, like 10 feet, could still allow smoke to drift into doors; larger distances, like 50 or 100 feet, are more restrictive without providing noticeably more protection.