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What is NYC FC § 5004.13?

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This section defines the criteria for outdoor hazardous material storage areas that are sheltered by noncombustible construction. Such areas are not classified as indoor storage if they comply with weather protection requirements outlined in the construction codes, including the Building Code. Applies to property operators managing hazardous material storage.

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5004.13 Weather protection.

FC § 5004.13

Outdoor hazardous material storage areas sheltered by overhead noncombustible construction shall not be considered indoor storage when the area is constructed in accordance with the requirements for weather protection as required by the construction codes, including the Building Code. Exception: Storage of explosives shall be considered as indoor storage.

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