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What is NYC BC § 1818.7?

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This section outlines the procedure for changing a peer reviewer in the context of geotechnical reviews. It requires the current peer reviewer to obtain consent from the department and submit a withdrawal request along with a report of findings. Applies to building owners involved in geotechnical peer reviews.

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1818.7 Change to peer reviewer.

BC § 1818.7

The peer reviewer cannot be changed without the express consent of the department. The current peer reviewer must submit both a written letter to the borough commissioner detailing the reason for the withdrawal request and a report of the geotechnical peer review findings to date. If a change of peer reviewer is approved, a revised PW1 must be submitted indicating the replacement peer reviewer.

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