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What is NYC AC § 27-823?

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This section mandates that floor furnace enclosures in one- and two-family dwellings be made of noncombustible materials with a minimum one-hour fire resistance rating. It also requires support for the furnace when the floor grille is removed and specifies clearances according to reference standards. Applies to owners of one- and two-family dwellings.

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§ 27-823 One- and two-family dwellings.

AC § 27-823

Floor furnace enclosures shall be constructed of noncombustible materials with a fire resistance rating of at least one hour. Means shall be provided for supporting the furnace when the floor grille is removed. Clearances shall be as provided in reference standards RS 14-15 and 14-16.

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