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What is NYC BC § 1505.2?

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This section defines Class A roof assemblies as those effective against severe fire test exposure, requiring listings by an approved testing agency. It details specific materials and constructions that qualify as Class A, applicable to buildings of all construction types. Applies to building owners utilizing Class A roofing materials.

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1505.2 Class A roof assemblies.

BC § 1505.2

Class A roof assemblies are those that are effective against severe fire test exposure. Class A roof assemblies and roof coverings shall be listed and identified as Class A by an approved testing agency. Class A roof assemblies shall be permitted for use in buildings or structures of all types of construction. Exceptions: 1. Class A roof assemblies include those with coverings of brick, masonry, or an exposed concrete roof deck.

2.Class A roof assemblies also include ferrous or copper shingles or sheets, metal sheets and shingles, clay or concrete roof tile or slate installed on noncombustible decks or ferrous, copper or metal sheets installed without a roof deck on noncombustible framing.

3.Class A roof assemblies include minimum 16 ounce per square foot (0.0416 kg/m 2 ) copper sheets installed over combustible decks.

4.Class A roof assemblies include slate installed over ASTM D 226, Type II underlayment over combustible decks.

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