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What is NYC BC § 2113.11.3.1?

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This section outlines the construction requirements for chimneys serving high-heat appliances, specifying that they must have double walls made of solid masonry or concrete, each at least 8 inches thick, with a 2-inch airspace. Applies to building owners installing high-heat appliances.

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2113.11.3.1 Construction.

BC § 2113.11.3.1

Chimneys for high-heat appliances shall be constructed with double walls of solid masonry units or of concrete, each wall to be not less than 8 inches (203 mm) thick with a minimum airspace of 2 inches (51 mm) between the walls. Alternate chimney designs for high-heat appliances constructed with radial brick shall be permitted subject to the approval of the commissioner.

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