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What is NYC PC § 608.9?

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This section prohibits the return of water used for cooling equipment or other processes to the potable water system. Such water must be discharged into a drainage system through an air gap or used for nonpotable purposes. Applies to property operators managing cooling systems.

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608.9 Reutilization prohibited.

PC § 608.9

Water utilized for the cooling of equipment or other processes shall not be returned to the potable water system. Such water shall be discharged into a drainage system through an air gap or shall be utilized for nonpotable purposes.

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