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What is NYC FGC § 504.2.3?

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This section outlines the requirements for vent offsets in single-appliance venting configurations, specifying limitations on the use of elbows and reductions in maximum capacity based on the number and angle of elbows. The Department of Buildings enforces these regulations. Applies to building owners managing venting systems for appliances.

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504.2.3 Vent offsets.

FGC § 504.2.3

Single-appliance venting configurations with zero (0) lateral lengths in Tables 504.2(1), 504.2(2) and 504.2(5) shall not have elbows in the venting system. Single-appliance venting configurations with lateral lengths include two 90-degree (1.57 rad) elbows. For each additional elbow up to and including 45 degrees (0.79 rad), the maximum capacity listed in the venting tables shall be reduced by 5 percent. For each additional elbow greater than 45 degrees (0.79 rad) up to and including 90 degrees (1.57 rad), the maximum capacity listed in the venting tables shall be reduced by 10 percent. Where multiple offsets occur in a vent, the total lateral length of all offsets combined shall not exceed that specified in Tables 504.2(1) through 504.2(5).

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