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What is NYC AC § 27-2056.23?

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This section outlines the qualifications and recordkeeping requirements for building superintendents conducting steam radiator inspections. It mandates that owners maintain detailed records of each inspection, including the inspector's information and inspection results. Applies to building owners responsible for steam radiator maintenance and inspections.

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§ 27-2056.23 Qualifications and recordkeeping.

AC § 27-2056.23

a. The department may promulgate rules establishing additional requirements and procedures for building superintendents conducting steam radiator inspections pursuant to this article. b. The department shall develop informational materials and a checklist indicating best practices for building superintendents conducting steam radiator inspections, including but not limited to components that shall be inspected in the course of an inspection. c. The owner shall maintain a record of each inspection of a steam radiator as required by section 27-2056.22. Such record shall include: 1. The address of the multiple dwelling; 2. The dwelling unit where the steam radiator is located and the location of the steam radiator within the dwelling unit; 3. The name and address of the inspector; 4. The license number of the inspector or license number of the individual providing direct and continuing supervision of the inspector, as applicable; 5. A self-certification by the building owner indicating that the building superintendent that conducted the inspection reviewed the informational materials provided by the department pursuant to subdivision b of this section, if applicable; 6. The date of the inspection; 7. The results of the inspection, including the status of each component of the steam radiator, any noted visual indicators of possible defects or damage of the steam radiator, and if a condition likely to be hazardous to life or safety was determined to be present; and 8. Any actions taken to remediate a defect, damage, or hazardous condition, if applicable. d. An owner who fails to maintain such records in accordance with this section shall be liable for a civil penalty of not more than $500. (L.L. 2025/151, 11/8/2025, eff. 5/7/2026)

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