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What is NYC BC § 1612.1?

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This section mandates that buildings and structures situated in flood hazard areas comply with specific requirements outlined in ASCE 7 and the Building Code. The structural design must consider designated design loads and load combinations. Applies to building owners and operators of structures in flood-prone areas.

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1612.1 General.

BC § 1612.1

Buildings and other structures located in whole or in part in flood hazard areas shall meet the requirements of Section 5.3 of ASCE 7 and Appendix G of this code. The structural design shall be based on the design loads stated in Section 5.4 of ASCE 7, the load combinations of Section 1605, and Appendix G of this code.

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