NYC Administrative Code

§ 28-507.4.5.2 — Authorization requirements within 1 year.

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What is NYC AC § 28-507.4.5.2?

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This section requires building owners to submit documentation within one year of authorization to demonstrate compliance with specific fire separation standards and health regulations as outlined in the New York City building code. Applies to owners of eligible basement or cellar residences.

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§ 28-507.4.5.2 Authorization requirements within 1 year.

AC § 28-507.4.5.2

Not later than 1 year following the date such authorization is issued, the owner must submit documentation in a form and manner determined by the department establishing that such eligible basement or cellar residence: 1. Complies with the fire separation standards set forth in section U202.7 of appendix U of the New York city building code; and 2. Is tested and meets the standard set forth in rules promulgated by the department of health and mental hygiene in consultation with the mayor’s office of environmental remediation, in accordance with sections U202.9 and U202.10 of appendix U of the New York city building code. (L.L. 2024/126, 12/18/2024, eff. 6/16/2025)

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