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What is NYC AC § 27-396.2?

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This section mandates that buildings classified in occupancy group J-1 post and maintain a sign on the inside of every door leading to a public corridor that provides access to sleeping rooms. The sign must include a diagram indicating exit stair locations and must be securely attached at a specified height. Applies to building owners of J-1 classified buildings.

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§ 27-396.2 Requirements.

AC § 27-396.2

All buildings and existing buildings classified in occupancy group J-1 shall post and maintain a sign on the inside of every door opening onto a public corridor giving access to a sleeping room. The sign shall contain a diagram showing the location where it is posted and the location and letter identification of the exit stairs on the floor. The diagram shall indicate the number of doors opening onto the public corridor which must be passed to reach each exit stair. The sign shall be at least eight inches by ten inches, located on the inside of the door and securely attached thereto. The top of such sign shall not be more than six feet from the floor level. Such sign shall contain such additional information as the fire department may require.

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