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What is NYC BC § 1803.5.3?

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This section mandates that soil and rock samples be kept in an accessible location by the permit holder or owner. These samples must be available to the engineer conducting the geotechnical investigation and to the department until the foundation work is completed or for one year after the investigation, whichever is longer. Applies to permit holders and property owners involved in foundation work.

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1803.5.3 Material disposition.

BC § 1803.5.3

Soil and rock samples shall be maintained in an accessible location by the permit holder or owner and made available to the engineer responsible for the geotechnical investigation and to the department, until the foundation work has been completed and accepted, or until 1 year after the investigation is complete, whichever is longer.

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