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What is NYC BC § 415.8?

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This section outlines special provisions for Group H-2 and H-3 occupancies that contain hazardous materials exceeding specified quantities. Such occupancies must be in detached buildings designated for manufacturing, processing, dispensing, use, or storage of these materials. Applies to building owners managing hazardous materials in these groups.

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415.8 Special provisions for Group H-2 and H-3 occupancies.

BC § 415.8

Group H-2 and H-3 occupancies containing quantities of hazardous materials in excess of those set forth in Table 415.6.2 shall be in detached buildings used for manufacturing, processing, dispensing, use or storage of hazardous materials. Materials listed for Group H-1 occupancies in Section 307.3 are permitted to be located within Group H-2 or H-3 detached buildings provided the amount of materials per control area do not exceed the maximum allowed quantity specified in Table 307.1(1).

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