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What is NYC BC § 3309.4.5?

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This section requires a registered design professional to monitor elevations of adjacent buildings when a potential hazard arises from soil or foundation work, as determined by the commissioner. Monitoring must occur at intervals of 24 hours or less to detect any movement. Applies to building owners involved in construction activities affecting adjacent properties.

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3309.4.5 Potential hazard.

BC § 3309.4.5

When, in the opinion of the commissioner, a potential hazard exists as a result of soil or foundation work, elevations of the adjacent buildings shall be recorded or other monitoring procedures shall be implemented by a registered design professional at intervals of 24 hours or less as determined by the commissioner to ascertain if movement has occurred.

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