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What is NYC BC § 1811.5.3?

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This section mandates an investigation into any sudden decrease in driving resistance of a timber pile for potential damage. If the decrease cannot be linked to load-bearing data, the pile must be removed for inspection or rejected. Applies to building owners using timber piles in construction.

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1811.5.3 Defective timber piles.

BC § 1811.5.3

Any sudden decrease in driving resistance of a timber pile shall be investigated for possible damage. If the sudden decrease in driving resistance cannot be correlated to load-bearing data, the timber pile shall be removed for inspection or rejected.

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