Brooklyn since 2014All five boroughsSame-day response during business hours

What is NYC AC § 27-521.13?

Quick Answer

This section outlines requirements for fire protection equipment in malls, including the installation of smoke detectors, standpipes, and automatic wet sprinkler systems. Compliance with specified standards is mandated for safety. Applies to building owners operating malls.

General informational summary. Not legal advice for your situation. Consult an attorney before acting on any specific matter.

Michael Nacmias - Founding PartnerMichael Sargo - Partner
From the team atNacmias Law Firm, PLLCBrooklyn-based attorneys representingproperty owners across all five boroughsMeet the team →

§ 27-521.13 Fire protection equipment.

AC § 27-521.13

(a)Smoke detectors. Smoke detectors meeting the specifications of section 27-981 of article six of subchapter seventeen shall be located at the ceiling and adjacent to each return air intake.

(b)Standpipes. At least one standpipe outlet shall be installed in every mall.

(c)Sprinklers. An automatic wet sprinkler system shall be installed in every mall.

(1)All spaces with openings between such spaces and a mall shall be fully sprinklered in accordance with subchapter seventeen of this chapter and reference standard RS 17-2 regardless of floor area or occupancy classification.

Common Questions

Our team

Meet the people you will work with

Free case review

Have a matter that touches § 27-521.13?

Free 15-minute case review with the attorney handling your matter. Same-day response during business hours across all five boroughs — OATH hearings, Housing Court, and real estate closings.

Or email us

[email protected]

An attorney reads every message.

  • Same-day response

    During business hours

  • Direct attorney access

    Same lawyer from intake to close

  • Flat-fee pricing

    On most OATH and closing matters