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What is NYC BC § 1109.7.1?

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This section outlines the requirements for Limited-Use/Limited-Application (LULA) elevators, specifying compliance with ICC A117.1 and ASME A17.1. It establishes conditions under which LULA elevators may be included in accessible routes, particularly in new construction and specific building types. Applies to building owners involved in elevator installations.

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1109.7.1 Limited-Use/Limited-Application (LULA) elevators.

BC § 1109.7.1

LULA elevators shall comply with Section 408 (Limited-Use/Limited-Application Elevators) of ICC A117.1 and with Part 5.2 of ASME A17.1 as modified by Appendix K of this code, and shall be limited to a maximum rise of not more than 25 feet (7620 mm). In new construction, such LULA elevators shall be permitted: 1. To be a part of the required accessible route where either a wheelchair lift complying with Section 1109.7 is permitted or a private residence elevator complying with Section 409 (Private Residence Elevators) of ICC A117.1 is permitted; 2. To be a part of the required accessible route in places of religious services; or 3. In multilevel buildings and facilities not required to have an accessible route pursuant to the exceptions in Section 1104.4.

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