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What is NYC MC § 607.2.1?

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This section addresses the installation of fire dampers in relation to smoke control systems as per Section 909 of the New York City Building Code. It mandates the use of approved alternative protection if fire dampers interfere with smoke control operations, impacting building ventilation systems. Applies to building owners implementing smoke control measures.

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607.2.1 Smoke control system.

MC § 607.2.1

Where the installation of a fire damper will interfere with the operation of a required smoke control system in accordance with Section 909 of the New York City Building Code, approved alternative protection shall be used. Where mechanical systems including ducts and dampers used for normal building ventilation serve as part of the smoke control system, the expected performance of these systems in smoke control mode shall be addressed in the rational analysis required by Section 909.4 of the New York City Building Code.

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