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What is NYC FC § 401.5.4?

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This section outlines the requirements for submitting fire and emergency preparedness plans for high-rise and large-area buildings to the department for acceptance prior to occupancy. It also mandates that other plans be maintained on-site for review. Applies to building owners of high-rise and large-area structures.

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401.5.4 Submission and acceptance.

FC § 401.5.4

Except as otherwise provided in FC 401.5.4.1, fire and emergency preparedness plans prepared for a high-rise building or a large-area building shall be submitted for department acceptance, prior to occupancy of the building or occupancy, in the manner prescribed by the department. All other fire and emergency preparedness plans shall be maintained on the premises and made available for review by a department representative. If such plan is unavailable or determined to be deficient, the department may order that a plan prepared in compliance with this chapter and the rules be submitted to the department for acceptance.

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