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What is NYC FGC § 304.1.1.1?

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This section mandates that crawl spaces connected to lower combustion air openings must have unobstructed openings to the outdoors that are at least twice the size of the combustion air openings. Additionally, the height of the crawl space must meet New York City Building Code requirements. Applies to building owners managing properties with crawl spaces.

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304.1.1.1 Crawl space.

FGC § 304.1.1.1

Where lower combustion air openings connect with crawl spaces, such spaces shall have unobstructed openings to the outdoors at least twice that required for the combustion air openings. The height of the crawl space shall comply with the requirements of the New York City Building Code and shall be without obstruction to the free flow of air.

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