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What is NYC FC § 5701.7?

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This section outlines prohibitions related to the handling and storage of flammable liquids and petroleum products. It specifically prohibits manufacturing, refining, and storing flammable liquids in certain conditions, as well as operating refineries. Applies to entities involved in the storage and transportation of flammable materials.

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5701.7 Prohibitions.

FC § 5701.7

It shall be unlawful to: 1. Manufacture, refine or distill petroleum or coal tar, or the liquid products thereof.

2.Operate a refinery.

3.Install an aboveground flammable liquid storage tank indoors.

4.Store or transport in the harbor or the city any flammable or combustible liquid, except in a barge, marine vessel, or watercraft constructed, protected and operated in accordance with the regulations of the United States Coast Guard.

5.Store flammable liquids in basements, cellars or other areas below grade.

6.Clean number six fuel oil tanks by heating number two fuel oil and circulating it within such tanks.

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