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What is NYC BC § 107.11.2.2?

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This section outlines the requirements for applicants when a public combined or storm sewer is unavailable or connection is not feasible. It mandates certification from the Department of Environmental Protection regarding unavailability or non-feasibility, along with a proposal for on-site stormwater disposal systems. Applies to building owners seeking alternative stormwater management solutions.

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107.11.2.2 Connection not feasible or not available.

BC § 107.11.2.2

Where a public combined or storm sewer is not available, or where connection thereto is not feasible, applicants shall submit: 1. Department of Environmental Protection or applicant certification of unavailability or non-feasibility.

(i)Certification issued by the Department of Environmental Protection that a public storm or combined sewer is not available or that connection thereto is not feasible. Such certification shall be on forms specified by such department (Department of Environmental Protection "house/site connection proposal application" or other form as specified in the rules of such department); or (ii) Certification submitted by the applicant to the Department of Environmental Protection that a public storm or combined sewer is not available or that connection thereto is not feasible, in such cases where the availability and feasibility of connection to a public storm or combined sewer are allowed to be certified by the applicant pursuant to rules of such department. Certification shall be on forms specified by such department (Department of Environmental Protection "house/site connection proposal application" or other form as specified in the rules of such department); and 2. On-site disposal. A proposal for the design and construction of a system for the on-site disposal of stormwater conforming to the provisions of this code and other applicable laws and rules including but not limited to minimum required distances from lot lines or structures and subsoil conditions. Construction documents for such system shall be subject to the approval of the department.

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