NYC Administrative Code

§ 28-217.1 — Buildings and structures that are potentially structurally compromised.

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This section defines what constitutes a potentially compromised building or structure, including criteria such as an open roof for 60 days, emergency safeguarding measures, designation as compromised under section 28-216.1.1, or structural damage as determined by the commissioner. Applies to building owners and operators responsible for maintaining structural integrity.

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§ 28-217.1 Buildings and structures that are potentially structurally compromised.

AC § 28-217.1

For purposes of this article "potentially compromised" shall include a building or structure that: 1. Has had an open roof for 60 days or longer; 2. Has been shored and braced or otherwise temporarily safeguarded pursuant to an emergency declaration issued by the commissioner, or due to concern for structural integrity as determined by a registered design professional; 3. Has been subject to a precept as a compromised structure under section 28-216.1.1; or 4. May have suffered structural damage by fire or any other cause as determined by the commissioner. (Am. L.L. 2021/126, 11/7/2021, eff. 11/7/2022) Editor's note: For related unconsolidated provisions, see Appendix A at L.L. 2021/126.

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