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What is NYC PC § 1303.2?

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This section mandates that rainwater collection is permitted only from above-ground impervious roofing surfaces made of approved materials. It prohibits the collection of water from vehicular parking or pedestrian surfaces unless it is solely for landscape irrigation. Applies to property owners involved in rainwater collection systems.

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1303.2 Collection surface.

PC § 1303.2

Rainwater shall be collected only from above-ground impervious roofing surfaces constructed from approved materials. Collection of water from vehicular parking or pedestrian surfaces shall be prohibited except where the water is used exclusively for landscape irrigation.

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