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What is NYC BC § 406.9.7.1?

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This section outlines the placement requirements for bumpers in open parking lots, specifying distances from the perimeter edge based on vehicle orientation. It allows for the use of a steel guardrail or other substantial barriers as an alternative to bumpers under certain conditions. Applies to property operators managing open parking facilities.

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406.9.7.1 Curbs and bumpers.

BC § 406.9.7.1

Bumpers shall be situated not less than 1 foot (305 mm) from the perimeter edge of the open parking lot where vehicles are parked parallel to such perimeter edge, and not less than 4 feet (1219 mm) from the perimeter edge where vehicles are parked perpendicular to such perimeter edge. Openings shall be limited as provided for in Section 406.9.5.1. Exception: A steel guardrail or other substantial barrier designed in accordance with the provisions of Section 1607.9, that will prevent any part of a vehicle from extending across a property line, may be accepted in lieu of bumpers.

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