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What is NYC AC § 28-417.2?

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This section establishes the plumbing and fire suppression piping contractor license board, appointed by the commissioner. The board advises on the character and fitness of applicants, addresses allegations of illegal practices, and provides guidance on plumbing and fire suppression piping practices. Applies to plumbing and fire suppression piping contractors and their businesses.

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§ 28-417.2 Plumbing and fire suppression piping contractor license board.

AC § 28-417.2

The commissioner shall appoint annually and may remove at the commissioner’s discretion each member of a plumbing and fire suppression piping contractor license board that shall have as its purpose the following: 1. To advise the commissioner regarding the character and fitness of applicants for certificates of competence and licenses who have passed the required examination.

2.To advise the commissioner regarding allegations of illegal practices on the part of licensed master plumbers, licensed master fire suppression piping contractors, master plumber businesses, or master fire suppression piping businesses.

3.To advise the commissioner regarding plumbing and fire suppression piping practices, code applications, regulations, and legislation.

4.To perform such other responsibilities as may be requested by the commissioner and as set forth in rules promulgated by the department. (L.L. 2025/142, 10/25/2025, eff. 2/22/2026)

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