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What is NYC BC § 1029.1.3.1?

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This section outlines the requirements for signage indicating multiple occupant loads in spaces used for different purposes. The sign must specify the maximum number of occupants for each type of occupancy and warn that exceeding these limits is dangerous and unlawful. Applies to building owners managing multi-use spaces.

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1029.1.3.1 Multiple occupant load sign.

BC § 1029.1.3.1

When a space is occupied for multiple purposes involving different occupant loads the sign shall read as follows: OCCUPANCY BY MORE THAN(number) . . . . . PERSONS AS (type of occupancy) . . . . .OR BY(number) . . . . . PERSONS AS (type of occupancy) . . . . .OR BY(number) . . . . . PERSONS AS (type of occupancy) . . . . .IS DANGEROUS AND UNLAWFULCertificate of Operation No. . . . . . . (where applicable)Commissioner, Dept. of Buildings, City of New York

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