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What is NYC FC § 5004.3?

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This section mandates that indoor storage areas and storage buildings must have mechanical or natural ventilation, contingent on the acceptability of natural ventilation for the stored materials. An exception exists for storage areas of flammable solids that meet specific requirements. Applies to building owners managing storage facilities.

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5004.3 Ventilation.

FC § 5004.3

Indoor storage areas and storage buildings shall be provided with mechanical exhaust ventilation or natural ventilation where natural ventilation can be shown to be acceptable for the materials as stored. Exception: Storage areas for flammable solids complying with the requirements of FC Chapter 59.

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