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What is NYC BC § 414.2.5?

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This section regulates the storage and display of hazardous materials in Group M and Group S areas, allowing certain quantities to exceed standard limits without reclassifying the occupancy type. Compliance with the New York City Fire Code is required. Applies to building owners managing hazardous materials in commercial settings.

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414.2.5 Hazardous material in Group M display and storage areas and in Group S storage areas.

BC § 414.2.5

The aggregate quantity of nonflammable solid and nonflammable or noncombustible liquid hazardous materials permitted within a single control area of a Group M display and storage area, a Group S storage area or an outdoor control area is permitted to exceed the maximum allowable quantities per control area specified in Tables 307.1(1) and 307.1(2) without classifying the building or use as a Group H occupancy, provided that the materials are displayed and stored in accordance with the New York City Fire Code and quantities do not exceed the maximum allowable specified in Table 414.2.5(1) of this code. In Group M occupancy wholesale and retail sales uses, indoor storage of flammable and combustible liquids shall not exceed the maximum allowable quantities per control area as indicated in Table 414.2.5(2) of this code, provided that the materials are displayed and stored in accordance with the New York City Fire Code. The maximum quantity of aerosol products in Group M occupancy retail display areas, storage areas adjacent to retail display areas and retail storage areas shall be in accordance with the New York City Fire Code.

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