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What is NYC BC § 704.13.5?

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This section specifies that the finished condition of spray-applied fire-resistant materials (SFRM) on structural members must not show cracks, voids, spalls, delamination, or substrate exposure after drying or curing. Surface irregularities are considered acceptable. Applies to building owners using SFRM in construction.

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704.13.5 Finished condition.

BC § 704.13.5

The finished condition of SFRM applied to structural members or assemblies shall not, upon complete drying or curing, exhibit cracks, voids, spalls, delamination or any exposure of the substrate. Surface irregularities of SFRM shall be deemed acceptable.

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