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What is NYC BC § 1025.2.8?

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This section mandates the installation of luminous directional signs at transfer levels and locations where egress direction is unclear. Signs must comply with specified height requirements and include arrows indicating travel direction. The section is enforced by the Department of Buildings. Applies to building owners responsible for signage in egress areas.

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1025.2.8 Directional signage at transfer levels and where egress direction is not clear.

BC § 1025.2.8

Luminous directional signs designed in compliance with Section 1025.6.1 and installed at heights indicated in Section 1025.2.7 shall be placed on the wall at transfer levels and wherever egress direction is not clear; including at turns along horizontal extensions, at transitions from vertical to horizontal direction and at a "T" intersection. These directional signs shall include arrows indicating the direction of travel. The word "EXIT" shall not be required. Directional signs at transfer levels shall comply with Figure S101.1(9) in Appendix S.

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