NYC Administrative Code

§ 27-766 — Ventilation of rooms or spaces with excessive temperatures, strong odors, toxic substances, or airborne irritants.

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What is NYC AC § 27-766?

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This section addresses the requirements for ventilation systems in rooms or spaces that experience excessive temperatures, strong odors, toxic substances, or airborne irritants. It mandates the design and installation of systems that prevent harmful conditions, including the need for independent exhaust systems when necessary. Applies to building owners responsible for maintaining safe air quality in their properties.

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§ 27-766 Ventilation of rooms or spaces with excessive temperatures, strong odors, toxic substances, or airborne irritants.

AC § 27-766

In these rooms or spaces, prevention of all of the following conditions shall be considered in the design and installation of a ventilating system: (a) Excessive temperatures that may be detrimental to the occupants.

(b)The danger of large concentrations of toxic substances in the air.

(c)The danger of large concentrations of airborne irritants an impurities, such as steam, gases, vapor, and dust, that may be injurious to health. Where the exhausted air may contain toxic substances or strong objectional odors, the exhaust system shall be independent of exhaust systems serving other parts of the building.

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