NYC Zoning Resolution

§ 42-477 — Regulations applying to oxygen manufacture, storage, or utilization

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What is NYC ZR § 42-477?

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This section regulates the manufacture, storage, and utilization of oxygen in Manufacturing Districts. It requires a special permit from the Board of Standards and Appeals for manufacturing oxygen, while storage limits vary by district. Applies to operators in Manufacturing Districts dealing with oxygen.

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§ 42-477 Regulations applying to oxygen manufacture, storage, or utilization

ZR § 42-477

Oxygen, gaseous or liquid, shall not be manufactured in any Manufacturing District except when authorized by a special permit granted by the Board of Standards and Appeals in accordance with the provisions of Article VII, Chapter 3. Oxygen, gaseous or liquid, may be stored or utilized in all Manufacturing Districts in accordance with the provisions set forth in the Administrative Code and subject to the following limitations:

(a)In M1 Districts In M1 Districts, the total quantity of such oxygen stored shall not exceed 150,000 cubic feet at standard temperature and pressure.

(b)In M2 Districts In M2 Districts, the total quantity of such oxygen stored shall not exceed 500,000 cubic feet at standard temperature and pressure.

(c)In M3 Districts In M3 Districts, the total quantity of such oxygen stored is unlimited.

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