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BC 28-113.2.2 |
This document establishes acceptance criteria for sandwich panels used for the construction of exterior walls as an alternative material in the NYC Construction Codes. |
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Technical/ Supersedes: Prospectively Rescinded by: |
BC 2702.4, 2702.1 |
This document clarifies section 2702.4 of the 2008 and 2014 New York City Building Code with respect to optional standby power systems. |
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OTCR/ Supersedes: |
MC 1301.2 |
This document establishes acceptance criteria for pre-combustion, non-additive fuel oil catalyst reformers as new equipment not referenced in the NYC Construction Codes. |
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OTCR/ Supersedes: |
AC 28-113 |
This document establishes acceptance criteria for a hinged plastic no-hub coupling as an alternative material in the NYC Construction Codes, and limits its use in residential buildings five stories or less in height. |
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OTCR/ Supersedes: |
AC 28-113.2.3 |
This document establishes acceptance criteria for the use of mechanical press joint fittings and piping in automatic sprinkler systems in accordance with the NYC Construction Codes. |
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OTCR/ Supersedes: Rescinded by: Superseded by: |
AC 113.2.3 |
This document establishes additional acceptance criteria for commercial dishwashers with integral gas-fired heating in accordance with the NYC Construction Codes. |
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OTCR/ Supersedes: |
AC 28-113 |
This document establishes acceptance criteria for mechanical tee bolted outlets for hot and cold water supply and distribution as alternative materials in the NYC Construction Codes. |
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Legal/ Supersedes: |
Caretaker's Apartment: ZR 12-10 Driveway/Frontage Space: Egress: Flood Zone Light and Air: Off-street Parking: Party Wall: Plumbing System: Student Dormitory: Sign: |
To set forth procedures and requirements for the filing, review, approval, and documentation of proposed easement agreements and restrictive declarations. |
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AC 28-113.2.2 |
This bulletin establishes acceptance criteria for recognition of fixed-height, low-profile raised floor systems. |
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Operational/ Supersedes: |
AC 28-101.5 |
To clarify special inspection requirements related to raising, lifting, elevating or moving buildings. |
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OTCR/ Related to: OTCR/Buildings Bulletin 2012-002 |
AC 28-103.9 |
This document establishes acceptance criteria for site-specific approval of fuel gas compressors, duct burners and heat recovery steam generators used in cogeneration and Combined Heat and Power (“CHP”) projects. |
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OTCR/ Related to: OTCR/Buildings Bulletin 2014-002 Rescinded by: Superseded by: |
AC 28-113 |
This document establishes acceptance criteria for corrugated polypropylene piping and fittings used for storm sewer pipe as an alternative to code prescribed polyethylene piping and fittings referenced in the 2008 NYC Construction Codes. |
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OTCR/ Related to: OTCR/Buildings Bulletin 2012-011 Superseded by: |
AC 28-113 |
This document establishes acceptance criteria for fire resistive duct assemblies as approved alternative protection in the NYC Construction Codes. |
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OTCR/ Related to: OTCR/Buildings Bulletin 2013-002 |
BC 1901 |
This document establishes design and acceptance criteria of externally bonded fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) systems for structural repair and upgrade of concrete and masonry elements. |
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OTCR/ Related to: OTCR/Buildings Bulletin 2013-009 |
AC 113.2.3 |
This document establishes acceptance criteria for attendant operated automobile parking lifts installed in accordance with the NYC Construction Codes. |
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AC 28-113 |
This document establishes acceptance criteria for outdoor decorative gas appliances connected to a fixed fuel piping system, as an alternative material under the NYC Construction Codes. |
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Technical/ Supersedes: |
BC Table 704.8 (2008 Code) |
To clarify code requirements for lot line openings. |
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OTCR/ Superseded by: |
AC 28-113.2.2 |
This document establishes acceptance criteria for post-installed anchors in masonry in accordance with the NYC Construction Codes. |
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Rescinds: Conditionally rescinds: |
This bulletin rescinds 1 Memorandum (Memo) and 2 letters that are no longer applicable under any code. Additionally, this bulletin conditionally rescinds 1 Memorandum (Memo) and 2 letters that are not applicable to projects filed under the 2014 New York City Construction Codes. |
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OTCR/ Related to: OTCR/Buildings Bulletin 2010-027 OTCR/Buildings Bulletin 2011-005 |
AC 28-113.2.3 |
This document establishes acceptance criteria for the use of polypropylene (“PP”) piping systems in irrigation systems and water recycling distribution piping systems as alternative materials in the NYC Construction Codes. |
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OTCR/ Related to: OTCR/Buildings Bulletin 2011-026 Rescinded by: Superseded by: |
AC 28-113.2.2 |
This document establishes acceptance criteria for above-ground nonmetallic fuel-oil storage tanks as alternative equipment in the NYC Construction Codes. |
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OTCR/ Related to: OTCR/Buildings Bulletin 2010-027 |
AC 28-113 |
This document establishes acceptance criteria for the use of chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) water recycling distribution piping systems as an alternative material in the NYC Construction Codes. |
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OTCR/ Related to: OTCR/Buildings Bulletin 2010-022 |
BC 417.1 |
This document establishes standards for fuel-gas fired ceramic kilns used for hobby and non-commercial purposes. |
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OTCR/ Related to: OTCR/Buildings Bulletin 2010-009 Rescinded by: Superseded by: |
BC 1704.16 |
This bulletin establishes acceptance criteria and test methods for solar collectors as addressed in the NYC Construction Codes. |
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Technical/ Supersedes: Technical/Buildings Bulletin 2009-022 |
BC 1704.16 |
This document clarifies the types of work involving an existing fire alarm system, designed and approved under the, 2008 building code or prior codes, which are subject to the 2014 NYC Construction Codes. |
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AC 28-118.3 |
This bulletin establishes revised operational procedures as to when a Letter of No Objection (LNO) shall be issued, for conforming Zoning Resolution Uses, from the Department of Buildings for a license from the Department of Consumer Affairs. |
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OTCR/ Related to: OTCR/ |
BC 1704.32 |
This document establishes clarification on the use of adhesive anchoring systems installed in accordance with the NYC Construction Codes and ACI 318 D.9.2.2 through D.9.2.4. |
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OTCR/ Related to: OTCR/ Related to: OTCR/ Related to: OTCR/ |
BC 1704.14 |
This document establishes special inspection requirements for certain prescribed materials. |
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Operational/ Related to: Operational/ |
BC 1601.1 |
This document clarifies the planning required for construction sites to prepare for high-wind events. |
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BC 1109.9.3 |
This document clarifies the accessibility requirements for detectable warnings at pools. |
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Operational/ Supersedes: Operational/ |
BC 502 |
To clarify the submittal and permitting process for projects that require Structural Peer Review per BC Section 1617. |
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Rescinds: |
This bulletin rescinds 1 Administration Policy and Procedure Notice (APPN) and 17 Operational Policy and Procedure Notices (OPPNs) that are no longer applicable under any code. |
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BC 1912 |
This document establishes requirements for developing and applying for acceptance of an equivalent adhesive anchor installer certification program. |
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AC 28-118.3 |
This bulletin establishes revised operational procedures as to when a Letter of No Objection (LNO) shall be issued from the Department of Buildings for the purpose of obtaining a license from the New York State Liquor Authority. |
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AC 28-113.2.3 |
This document establishes acceptance criteria for installation requirements of gas-fired direct vent space-heating appliances manufactured with a CO detector and used for providing heat in rooms for sleeping purposes in accordance with the NYC Construction Codes. |
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OTCR/ Superseded by: |
BC 1901.2 |
This document establishes acceptance criteria for Grade 100 high-strength steel reinforcing bars (Grade 100 high-strength reinforcing bars) conforming to ASTM A1035/A1035M1 as an alternative material in the NYC Construction Codes. |
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MC 1210.2.2 |
This document establishes qualification criteria and submittal requirements for approved pipe welder qualification agencies and the welder’s employer. |
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