DOB violation · Class 2
Issued under AC 28-317.3. Standard penalty $2,500 · default $10,000.
This code applies to the registration requirements for cooling towers. The Department of Buildings issues it when a cooling tower is operated without prior registration. Owners often see this in situations where cooling towers are newly installed or put into service without the necessary documentation. Compliance with this code is essential to ensure safety and regulatory adherence. Applies to building owners and operators of properties with cooling towers.
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Penalties for B289 vary by scope, severity, and repeat history.
Statute summary
B289 cites 1 section of law. Here is what each one requires.
AC · §28-317.3
This section requires all owners of cooling towers to register their towers with the Department of Buildings prior to initial operation. The registration must include specific details about the cooling tower and its location. Applies to owners of buildings with cooling towers.
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