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What is NYC FC § 315.7.2.1?

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This section outlines the requirements for the indoor storage of solid fuel, including specifications for dedicated storage rooms and metal cabinets. It mandates protection by sprinkler systems and adherence to fire barrier standards as per the Building Code. Applies to building owners storing solid fuel indoors.

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315.7.2.1 Indoor.

FC § 315.7.2.1

Solid fuel may be stored indoors in: 1. A room dedicated to the storage of not more than 150 cubic feet (4.3 m3) of solid fuel, provided that such storage room is protected by a sprinkler system and enclosed by a minimum of 1-hour fire barriers and horizontal assemblies (walls, floor and ceiling) constructed in accordance with the Building Code; or 2. A building or occupancy protected throughout by a sprinkler system, in metal cabinets dedicated to the storage of solid fuel that: 2.1. Are designed and constructed in accordance with FC 5003.8.7 (for hazardous materials storage); 2.2. Are placed on a stable, noncombustible surface; and 2.3. Have a maximum aggregate capacity of 75 cubic feet (2.1 m3); or 3. Metal cabinets designed and installed in accordance with FC 315.7.2.1(2) that are located in a room that is protected by a sprinkler system and enclosed by a minimum of 1-hour fire barriers and horizontal assemblies (walls, floor, and ceiling) constructed in accordance with the Building Code, but such room is not required to be dedicated solely to the storage of solid fuel.

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