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What is NYC BC § 3309.12?

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This section outlines the responsibilities related to the alteration and maintenance of chimneys for adjoining buildings. It grants a license for entry and inspection to those tasked with this duty, while also placing the responsibility on the owner of the adjoining building if not fulfilled. Applies to building owners with adjoining structures.

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3309.12 Protection of chimneys.

BC § 3309.12

Any person having the duty to alter or maintain chimneys of any adjoining building under and pursuant to the provisions of this code, the New York City Mechanical Code, the New York City Fuel Gas Code, or other applicable laws and rules shall be afforded a license in accordance with the requirements of Section 3309.2 to enter and inspect such adjoining building and perform such work thereon as may be necessary for such purpose; otherwise, such duty shall devolve upon the owner of such adjoining building.

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