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What is NYC BC § 2212.2?

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This section establishes the minimum thickness requirements for exterior structural steel members exposed to weather, specifying a thickness of 0.23 inches. It outlines exceptions for corrosion-resistant materials and protective coatings. Applies to building owners responsible for structural steel in exterior applications.

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2212.2 Exterior members.

BC § 2212.2

All exterior structural steel members exposed to weather shall have a minimum thickness of metal of 0.23 inches (5.8 mm). Exceptions: 1. When an approved type of atmospheric corrosion- resistant steel is used.

2.Exposed surfaces are zinc coated with a minimum weight of coating of approximately 0.6 ounces per square foot (0.00156 kg/m 2 ) of exposed surface and covered with a protective coating as required by Section 2203.2.

3.Exposed surfaces are protected by other means approved by the commissioner.

4.Temporary construction installations that will be in place for a period of 1 year or less, provided that all surfaces which are exposed to the weather shall have a protective coating as required by Section 2203.2.

5.Joists or purlins that are exposed to the weather but which do not support more than 200 square feet (19 m 2 ) of floor or roof area, and which have a protective coating as required by Section 2203.2.

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