NYC Administrative Code

§ 27-393 — Stair and elevator identification signs.

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What is NYC AC § 27-393?

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This section mandates the identification of each stair and bank of elevators in a building with an alphabetic letter. Signs indicating the identification letters must be posted at each elevator landing and on the occupancy side of stair doors, ensuring visibility and compliance. Applies to building owners responsible for signage maintenance.

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§ 27-393 Stair and elevator identification signs.

AC § 27-393

Each stair and each bank of elevators shall be identified by an alphabetic letter. A sign indicating the letter of identification for the elevator bank shall be posted and maintained at each elevator landing directly above or as part of the sign specified in section 27-391 of this article. The stair identification sign shall be posted and maintained on the occupancy side of the stair door. The letter on the sign shall be at least three inches high, of bold type and of contrasting color from the background. Such signs shall be securely attached.

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