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What is NYC FC § 608.9.1.1?

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This section establishes limits on the aggregate rated energy capacity for indoor stationary energy storage systems as specified in FC Table 608.9.1.1. The statute outlines maximum capacities for various battery types and includes provisions for control area limitations. Applies to building owners managing indoor energy storage systems.

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608.9.1.1 Indoor systems.

FC § 608.9.1.1

The aggregate rated energy capacity per control area of indoor systems shall not exceed the limitations set forth in FC Table 608.9.1.1. FC Table 608.9.1.1Maximum Aggregate Rated Energy Capacity of Indoor Stationary Energy Storage Systems Type of Storage BatteryMaximum Aggregate Rated Energy Capacity (kWh) per Control Area a, bLead-acid, all types600 cNickel, all types except sodium nickel chloride600 cLithium-ion, all types400Sodium nickel chloride400Flow400OtherAs prescribed by rules or approved by the department a. Subject to the control area limitations set forth in FC Table 5003.8.3.3 b. The control areas on a floor of a dedicated use building, other than on a high-rise floor, may be combined or otherwise modified, provided that the total maximum aggregate rated energy capacity of indoor systems allowed per floor is not exceeded. c. Except where a greater maximum aggregate rated capacity is allowed per floor by FC 608.9.4.1.10.

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