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What is NYC FC § 5704.4.2?

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This section outlines the requirements for the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of outdoor portable container storage areas for liquids. It specifies maximum storage quantities, distances between storage piles, and proximity to lot lines and public roads. Applies to property owners managing outdoor liquid storage containers.

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FC § 5704.4.2

Outdoor portable container storage areas shall be designed, installed, operated and maintained in accordance with FC Table 5704.4.2 and in compliance with the requirements of FC 5704.4.2.1 through 5704.4.2.4. FC Table 5704.4.2Outdoor Liquid Storage in Containers Class of LiquidContainer Storage – Maximum Per PileMinimum Distance Between Piles or Racks(feet)Minimum Distance to Lot Line d(feet)Minimum Distance to Public Street or Private Road d(feet)Quantity a, b(gallons)Height(feet) IAIBICIIIII1,1002,2004,4008,80022,000101212121855555505050251010101055 For SI: 1 foot = 304.8 mm, 1 gallon = 3.785 L. a. For mixed class storage, see FC 5704.4.2. b. For storage in racks, the quantity limits per pile do not apply, but the rack arrangement shall be limited to a maximum of 50 feet in length and two rows or 9 feet in depth. c. Reserved. d. When the total quantity stored does not exceed 50 percent of the maximum allowed per pile, the distances are allowed to be reduced 50 percent, but not less than 3 feet.

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