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What is NYC BC § 1704.1?

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This section outlines the requirement for building owners to retain special inspection agencies for construction work as specified. These agencies must meet certain criteria and provide inspections in addition to other required inspections. Applies to building owners undertaking construction that involves professional engineering or architecture.

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1704.1 General.

BC § 1704.1

Where application is made for construction as described in this section, one or more special inspection agencies meeting the requirements of Sections 28-114.1, and 28-115.1 of the Administrative Code shall be retained by the owner to provide inspections during construction on the types of work listed under Section 1705 and elsewhere in this code. These inspections are in addition to the other inspections required by Section 110, elsewhere in this code, and Section 28-116 of the Administrative Code. The special inspector shall be acceptable to the registered design professional of record. Exception: Special inspections are not required for building components unless the design involves the practice of professional engineering or architecture as defined by the Education Law of the State of New York and applicable regulations governing the professional registration and certification of engineers or architects.

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