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What is NYC AC § 27-304?

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This section allows for the enlargement of buildings existing as of December 6, 1968, that exceed maximum allowable area, provided the addition is separated by a fire division and does not exceed specified limits. Applies to building owners seeking to expand existing structures.

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§ 27-304 Existing excessive area.

AC § 27-304

Any building existing on December sixth, nineteen hundred sixty-eight that exceeds the maximum allowable area permitted under the provisions of this section, may be enlarged if the addition is separated from the existing building by a fire division meeting the requirements of subchapter five of this chapter, and if the additional area does not exceed the limits established by tables 4-1 and 4-2 for the specific occupancy group and construction class.

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