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What is NYC BC § 1705.20.2?

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This section outlines the responsibilities of the special inspector during the component installation process, ensuring compliance with approved construction documents. The inspection includes verifying alignment, installation of required components, and the proper functioning of various materials. Applies to building owners involved in construction projects requiring special inspections.

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1705.20.2 Inspection program.

BC § 1705.20.2

The special inspector shall field check the site conditions at the time the structure is prepared for component installation, and periodically during component installation, to verify the following work is performed in compliance with the approved construction documents, including that: 1. The supporting structure for components being installed is aligned and within specified tolerances required for the components; 2. Required inserts are installed; 3. Framing components are installed and aligned as specified, and without structural defects or weakness; 4. Anchors are placed, welded, bolted and finished as specified, as applicable; a. Inspection of welding of anchors shall be inspected in accordance with Section 1705.3. Inspection of bolting of anchors shall be in accordance with Section 1705.4. Inspection of the installation of post-installed anchors shall be in accordance Section 1705.37.

5.Weeps, flashings and tubes are installed as specified and functioning; 6. Joinery and end dams are sealed as specified; 7. Sealing materials with specified adhesive and movement capabilities are installed; 8. Gaskets, tapes, seals, insulation, flashing and other materials that are barriers to air and water movement, vapor drive, and heat loss are installed as specified; 9. Joint filler materials that accommodate specified horizontal and vertical movement are installed in accordance with the manufacturers' instructions; and 10. Fireblocking and thermal barrier within combustible exterior wall coverings are installed as specified.

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