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What is NYC AC § 28-1201.1?

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This section mandates the commissioner to propose amendments to the building code every three years to align with the latest International Existing Building Code. Proposed changes require review by an advisory committee before submission to the city council. Applies to city officials responsible for building code updates.

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§ 28-1201.1 Update.

AC § 28-1201.1

No later than the third year after the effective date of this section and every third year thereafter, the commissioner shall submit to the city council proposed amendments that such commissioner determines should be made to this code to bring it up to date with the latest edition of the International Existing Building Code or otherwise modify the provisions thereof. In addition, prior to the submission of such proposal to the city council, such proposal shall be submitted to an advisory committee established by the commissioner pursuant to this title for review and comment. (L.L. 2026/033, 1/17/2026, eff. 7/17/2027) Editor's note: For related unconsolidated provisions, see Appendix A at L.L. 2026/033.

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