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What is NYC FC § 5606.5.2.2?

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This section regulates the storage of black powder, prohibiting quantities exceeding 250 pounds unless approved. Approved storage for less than 50 pounds requires a Type 2 or Type 4 magazine, while 50 pounds or more must be stored in a Type 1 or Type 2 outdoor magazine. Applies to entities storing black powder.

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5606.5.2.2 Black powder.

FC § 5606.5.2.2

It shall be unlawful to store black powder in quantities exceeding 250 pounds (113 kg). Black powder may be stored in smaller amounts only if approved. Black powder in quantities less than 50 pounds (23 kg), when such storage is approved, shall be stored in a Type 2 or Type 4 indoor or outdoor magazine. Black powder in quantities of 50 pounds (23 kg) or greater, when such storage is approved, shall be stored in an outdoor Type 1 or Type 2 magazine. When black powder is stored with smokeless propellants in the same magazine, the total quantity shall not exceed that allowed for black powder.

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