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What is NYC BC § 403.1?

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This section outlines the applicability of Sections 403.2 through 403.8 for high-rise buildings, specifying exceptions for certain structures such as air traffic control towers, Group R-3 buildings, and specific industrial occupancies. Applies to building owners of high-rise structures and those seeking exceptions.

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403.1 Applicability.

BC § 403.1

High-rise buildings shall comply with Sections 403.2 through 403.8. Exception: The provisions of Sections 403.2 through 403.8 shall not apply to the following buildings and structures: 1. Air traffic control towers in accordance with Section 412.3.

2.Buildings occupied entirely by Group R-3 classification.

3.Open parking garages in accordance with Section 406.5.

4.The portion of a building containing a Group A-5 occupancy in accordance with Section 303.6.

5.Special industrial occupancies in accordance with Section 503.1.1.

6.Buildings with: 6.1. A Group H-1 occupancy; 6.2. A Group H-2 occupancy in accordance with Section 415.8, 415.9.2, 415.9.3 or 426.1; or 6.3. A Group H-3 occupancy in accordance with Section 415.8.

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