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What is NYC BC § 903.2.5.2?

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This section mandates the installation of an automatic sprinkler system in buildings with Group H-5 occupancies. The design must comply with specified criteria for occupancy hazard classifications. A maximum of 13 sprinklers is allowed for corridors protected by one row. Applies to building owners with Group H-5 occupancy structures.

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903.2.5.2 Group H-5 occupancies.

BC § 903.2.5.2

An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout buildings containing Group H-5 occupancies. The design of the sprinkler system shall not be less than that required by this code for the occupancy hazard classifications in accordance with Table 903.2.5.2. Where the design area of the sprinkler system consists of a corridor protected by one row of sprinklers, the maximum number of sprinklers required to be calculated is 13. Table 903.2.5.2Group H-5 Sprinkler Design Criteria Location Occupancy Hazard Classification Fabrication areasOrdinary Hazard Group 2Service corridorsOrdinary Hazard Group 2Storage rooms without dispensingOrdinary Hazard Group 2Storage rooms with dispensingExtra Hazard Group 2CorridorsOrdinary Hazard Group 2

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