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What is NYC BC § 1705.21.3?

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This section outlines the requirements for special inspections of mechanical systems, including visual certification, proper installation of components, and compliance with approved construction documents. The Department of Buildings enforces these inspections. Applies to building owners responsible for mechanical system installations.

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1705.21.3 Special inspection of mechanical systems.

BC § 1705.21.3

Inspections of mechanical systems shall include the following as applicable to the system: 1. Visual certification that required components of such systems are complete in accordance with the manufacturers' installation guidelines and the approved construction documents; 2. Supports, hangers, and vibration isolation equipment are properly spaced and anchored to supporting structure; 2.1. Seismic bracing shall be inspected in accordance with Section 1705.12.

3.Installation of required signage and safety instructions; 4. Electrical components are installed and electrical sign-off issued; 5. Ventilation balancing report is complete and in accordance with design documents and the system is operating as designed; 6. Required labeling, operational instructions and safety signage properly posted; 7. All related special inspections for such systems are complete; 8. The installation of exterior mechanical equipment for compliance with the approved construction documents, including, as applicable: 8.1. Equipment specified; 8.2. Equipment location; 8.3. Installation and attachment details; 8.4. Vibration isolation installation; and 8.5. Other items specified by the applicant of record for the mechanical equipment design necessary to verify compliance with Section 313.2.1 of the New York City Mechanical Code.

9.Fire and smoke dampers are installed and functioning properly. Editor's note: For related unconsolidated provisions, see Appendix A at L.L. 2011/001.

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