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What is NYC BC § 1705.5.6?

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This section outlines the requirements for special inspections of Type IV construction that utilizes cross-laminated timber or structural composite lumber elements. It specifies continuous and periodic inspections as detailed in Table 1705.5.6. Applies to building owners involved in Type IV construction projects.

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1705.5.6 Type IV construction.

BC § 1705.5.6

Special inspections of Type IV construction utilizing cross-laminated timber or structural composite lumber elements shall be in accordance with Table 1705.5.6. Table 1705.5.6Required Special Inspections of Type IV Construction Utilizing Cross-Laminated Timber or Structural Composite Lumber TypeContinuousSpecial InspectionPeriodicSpecial InspectionReferenced StandardCode ReferencesTypeContinuousSpecial InspectionPeriodicSpecial InspectionReferenced StandardCode References1. Inspection of anchorage and connections of mass timber construction to timber deep foundation systems—X1705.7, 2308.3, 2304.102. Inspect erection of mass timber, including material verification—XPRG-320, ASTM D 54562303.1.4, 2303.1.103. Inspection of connections where installation methods are required to meet design loadsNDS 11-14ANSI/ASME Standard B18.2.1, B18.6.1As per connection manufacturer's installation instructions2304.10, 2304.11.1.1 to 2304.11.4 3.1. Threaded fasteners—X 3.1.1. Verify use of proper installation equipment 3.1.2. Verify use of pre-drilled holes where required 3.1.3. Inspect screws, including diameter, length, head type, spacing, installation angle, and depth 3.2. Adhesive anchors installed in horizontal or upwardly inclined orientation to resist sustained tension loadsX— 3.3. Adhesive anchors not defined in 3.2—X 3.4. Bolted connections—X 3.5. Concealed connections—X 3.6. Other fastener types—X4. Inspection of connections where installation methods are required to meet the fire resistance design in 2304.10.8—XNDS 16.3

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