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What is NYC BC § 402.8.2.2?

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This section outlines how to calculate the total occupant load for a mall when determining the required means of egress. The total includes the occupant load attributed to the mall and the occupant load of the food court, if applicable. Applies to building owners managing malls and food courts.

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402.8.2.2 Occupant load of mall.

BC § 402.8.2.2

In determining required means of egress of the mall, the total occupant load in the mall shall include the occupant load attributed to the mall as determined by Section 402.8.2.3, plus the occupant load of the food court as determined by Section 402.8.2.5, if any.

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