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What is NYC AC § 27-286?

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This section outlines the classification of buildings with multiple construction classes, stating that the entire building is subject to the most restrictive occupancy and size limitations unless the occupancies are completely separated by fire-resistance rated construction. Applies to building owners with mixed occupancy buildings.

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§ 27-286 Classification.

AC § 27-286

When two or more classes of construction occur within the same building, the entire building shall be subject to the most restrictive occupancy and size limitations for the classes of construction involved. However, if the occupancies within the different classes of construction are completely separated by construction that meets the fire-resistance rating requirements for fire divisions listed in table 5-2 then each occupancy so separated may, for the purposes of this code, be considered as a separate building ("building section").

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