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What is NYC MC § 701.3?

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This section mandates that equipment and appliances in rooms with fuel-burning appliances be installed to ensure free circulation of air. It requires provisions for the simultaneous operation of exhaust systems and other appliances, preventing any negative impact on the supply of necessary air. Applies to building owners with fuel-burning appliances in their properties.

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701.3 Circulation of air.

MC § 701.3

The equipment and appliances within every room containing fuel-burning appliances shall be installed so as to allow free circulation of air. Provisions shall be made to allow for the simultaneous operation of mechanical exhaust systems, fireplaces or other equipment and appliances operating in the same room or space from which combustion, ventilation, and dilution air is being drawn. Such provisions shall prevent the operation of such appliances, equipment and systems from affecting the supply of combustion, ventilation, and dilution air.

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