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What is NYC BC § 406.4.9?

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This section mandates that parking garages or lots must have one or more aisles, each at least 24 inches wide, to allow access for firefighting personnel. Additionally, it specifies that no more than three rows of parked vehicles may be located between these aisles. Applies to parking garage operators and owners.

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406.4.9 Fire-fighter aisles.

BC § 406.4.9

In any parking garage or lot, one or more aisles, at least 24 inches (610 mm) in width, shall be provided to permit access by fire fighting personnel to all parts of the garage or lot. There shall not be more than three rows of parked motor vehicles between aisles.

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