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What is NYC AC § 27-936?

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This section specifies the required locations for standpipe risers and two and one-half inch angle hose valves within stairway enclosures. If stairway enclosures are not available, these components must be placed as close to the enclosure as possible, with signage indicating their location. Applies to building owners responsible for fire safety compliance.

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§ 27-936 Location of standpipe risers.

AC § 27-936

(a)Standpipe risers and two and one-half inch angle hose valves shall be located within stairway enclosures. For additional requirements see section 27-343 of article five of subchapter five and subdivision (j) of section 27-375 of article five of subchapter six of this chapter. When stairway enclosures are not available within the distance limitations of section 27-935 of this article, the standpipe risers and two and one-half inch angle hose valves shall be located as near to the enclosure as practicable, subject to the approval of the commissioner. A metal sign with one inch lettering indicating the location of the outlet shall be provided in the stair enclosure on each floor where the riser is not located in the enclosure.

(b)No standpipe riser shall be placed in any shaft containing a gas or fuel pipeline.

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