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What is NYC FC § 2303.1.1?

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This section outlines the placement requirements for outdoor dispensing devices at motor fuel-dispensing facilities. It specifies distances from lot lines, building openings, combustible materials, and fixed sources of ignition. Applies to operators of motor fuel-dispensing facilities.

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2303.1.1 Outdoor dispensing devices.

FC § 2303.1.1

When installed outdoors, dispensing devices shall be located as follows: 1. Ten feet (3048 mm) or more from lot lines and building or structure openings.

2.Ten feet (3048 mm) or more from buildings or structures having combustible exterior wall surfaces or buildings or structures having noncombustible exterior wall surfaces that are not part of a 1-hour fire-resistance-rated assembly or buildings or structures having combustible overhangs. Exception: Canopies constructed in accordance with the construction codes, including the Building Code, providing weather protection for the motor fuel dispensers.

3.Such that all portions of the vehicle being fueled will be on the premises of the motor fuel-dispensing facility.

4.Such that the nozzle, when the hose is fully extended, will not reach within 5 feet (1524 mm) of building or structure openings.

5.Twenty feet (6096 mm) or more from fixed sources of ignition.

6.Twenty-five feet (7620 mm) or more from the nearest subway grating, entrance or exit.

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