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What is NYC RCNY § 48.19?

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(a) All camp premises shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Building Code (Administrative Code) of the City of New York and the Zoning Regulations of the City of New York. (b) No camp premises shall be operated or maintained unless the operator has obtained: (1) a certificate of occupancy; or when such ce

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§ 48.19 Compliance with Other Laws.

RCNY § 48.19

(a)All camp premises shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Building Code (Administrative Code) of the City of New York and the Zoning Regulations of the City of New York.

(b)No camp premises shall be operated or maintained unless the operator has obtained: (1) a certificate of occupancy; or when such certificate is not required by the Administrative Code, a statement from the Department of Buildings that the camp premises comply with all applicable laws enforced by such Department; and (2) a statement from the New York City Fire Department that the camp premises comply with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to fire control and the fire prevention directives of the New York City Fire Department.

(c)All electrical services shall comply with the Administrative Code of the City of New York and the rules and regulations of the New York City Department of Public Works, Bureau of Gas and Electricity. Swimming pool facilities shall comply with the applicable provisions of 24 RCNY Health Code Article 165 and shall also comply with the requirements of the New York City Building Code (Administrative Code) and Zoning Regulations.

(d)All new electrical wiring and lighting fixtures shall be installed by a licensed electrician in accordance with the New York City Building Code or the National Electric Code of the National Fire Protection Association, whichever is stricter, and all existing electrical service, wiring and fixtures shall be in good repair and safe condition. Where conditions indicate a need for inspection and on a new or remodeling project, the electrical service and wiring shall be inspected by a qualified electrical inspector and a copy of the certificate of approval shall be submitted to the Department.

(e)Camp drinking water facilities shall comply with 24 RCNY Health Code Article 141. Common drinking utensils are prohibited. Drinking fountains when provided shall be in accordance with the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code.

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