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What is NYC BC § 1029.19.2?

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This section outlines the distribution of exit capacity from assembly spaces based on the net floor area and the mean floor level relative to adjoining grade elevation. It specifies the percentage distribution for different classes of exits. Applies to building owners managing assembly spaces with specific exit capacity requirements.

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1029.19.2 Distribution of classes.

BC § 1029.19.2

The required exit capacity from assembly spaces in which the net floor area, exclusive of stage area, is less than 12 square feet (1.11 m 2 ) per person shall be distributed so that exit access doorways and exits of each class are provided to comply with the following requirements: 1. For assembly spaces in which the mean floor level is not more than 15 feet (4572 mm) above or below the adjoining grade elevation, the exit capacity shall be distributed as follows: 1.1. Class 1 – not less than 40 percent. 1.2. Class 2 – not more than 60 percent. 1.3. Class 3 – not more than 40 percent.

2.For assembly spaces in which the mean floor level is more than 15 feet (4572 mm) above or below the adjoining grade elevation, the exit capacity shall be distributed as follows: 2.1. Class 1 – not less than 60 percent. 2.2. Class 3 – not more than 40 percent.

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