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What is NYC BC § 1803.1?

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This section mandates that geotechnical investigations undergo special inspections as specified in related sections. It requires that an engineer oversee and approve the subsurface investigation and the classification of soil and rock. Applies to building owners conducting geotechnical investigations.

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1803.1 General.

BC § 1803.1

Geotechnical investigations shall be subject to special inspections in accordance with Sections 1705.6, 1705.7 and 1705.19 and be conducted in accordance with Sections 1803.2 through 1803.7. An engineer shall scope, supervise and approve the subsurface investigation and the classification of the soil and rock encountered.

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