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What is NYC BC § 3307.6.4.11?

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This section outlines the color requirements for sidewalk sheds, specifying acceptable colors for various components and allowing for color matching with existing building elements. The Department of Buildings enforces these regulations. Applies to building owners installing sidewalk sheds.

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3307.6.4.11 Color.

BC § 3307.6.4.11

Sidewalk sheds shall meet the following color requirements: 1. Parapet frames and braces, legs and vertical members, beams, cross bracing, and metallic elements shall be a solid acceptable color.

2.Parapet panels shall be a solid acceptable color, or display artwork pursuant to Section 3307.11.

3.Acceptable colors are hunter green, metallic gray, or white. In addition, when the shed is installed for an existing building, other than one undergoing a full demolition or subject to the provisions of Section 28-101.4.5 of the Administrative Code, a color matching the facade, trim, cornice, or roof of the building, if the roof is sloped and visible from the street, is acceptable.

4.Where a fence is installed at the site in accordance with Section 3307.7, the fence and shed shall be the same color. Exceptions: Regardless of the color of the shed: 1. Metallic elements and components of the shed may be painted metallic gray.

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