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What is NYC PC § 802.1.5?

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This section mandates that nonpotable clear-water waste from devices and equipment, such as process tanks and boilers, must be discharged into the building drainage system through an indirect waste pipe using an air break or air gap. Applies to building owners managing such equipment.

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802.1.5 Nonpotable clear-water waste.

PC § 802.1.5

Where devices and equipment such as process tanks, filters, drips and boilers discharge nonpotable water to the building drainage system, the discharge shall be through an indirect waste pipe by means of an air break or an air gap.

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