Friday, November 16, 2007

Asbestos ACP-5 Exemptions

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Replacement of a Rooftop Air Conditioner with no change to Ductwork is exempt from the filing of an Asbestos Report ACP-5. Q: I am filing m...
Saturday, November 10, 2007

Deck in a Rear Yard?

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Above is a view into typical Brooklyn Brownstone rear yards, showing many decks and roof coverings constructed of combustible materials. Oft...
Thursday, November 08, 2007

What is a Revocable Consent?

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Above is an example sketch of Planters on the Sidewalk requiring Revocable Consent Q: What is a Revocable Consent? What is required to obtai...
Tuesday, November 06, 2007

Where are Portable Fire Extinguishers required?

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Q: In what Occupancies are Portable Fire Extinguishers required? A: The following information is to the best of my knowledge, and may have ...
Monday, November 05, 2007

What is an As-of-Right Development?

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Q: What is an As-of-Right Development? A: An AS-OF-RIGHT development is a DEVELOPMENT which complies with all applicable zoning regulati...
Sunday, November 04, 2007

Fire Escapes as a Means of Egress?

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Picture of a Fire Escape on an existing Multiple Dwelling Q: Are FIRE ESCAPES permitted as a second Means of Egress on New or ALTERED Bui...
Friday, November 02, 2007

DOT Permit Holiday Embargo

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Q: For Department of Transporation Construction Permits, when does the DOT Holiday Embargo/Moratorium start and end? What locations in New Y...
Wednesday, October 31, 2007

Intumescent Paint for Fire Protection

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Q: What is Intumescent Paint? How do I know if it can be used for my NYC Construction Project? A: Intumescent means "swelling and cha...
Wednesday, October 24, 2007

Projecting Balconies

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Richard Meier's New Building on Prospect Park showing a nice use of Projecting Balconines beyond the Street Line Q: Can a Balcony Proj...
Sunday, October 21, 2007

IS THIS A SIGN?

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Q: Does the above 'Grand Theft Auto' mural, being painted on the side of a building on Houston Street, count as a Sign for Zoning p...
Tuesday, October 16, 2007

Roof Access for Interior Stairs

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Q: When is it required for INTERIOR STAIRS to provide Roof Access? A: Interior Stairs shall provide Roof Access as follows: -At least one...
Monday, October 15, 2007

What is a WIDE STREET?

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Prospect Park West in Park Slope, Brooklyn (shown above) is a nice example of a WIDE STREET Polhemus Place in Park Slope, Brooklyn (shown a...
Thursday, October 11, 2007

Applicability of NYS Energy Code to NYC Projects

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Q: When is the NYS Energy Code applicable to New York City Projects? A: The following buildings must comply with the noted provisions of t...
Wednesday, October 10, 2007

Stairs with Handrails on Both Sides?

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Q: For an Exit Stair, when is it necessary to provide Handrails on both sides? A: Stairs 44 inches wide and wider require a handrail on bo...
Wednesday, October 03, 2007

Fire Separations for Cellar Stairs

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Q: Do Cellar Stairs need to be fire-separated from Stairs serving upper floors of the building? A: Yes, Cellar Stairs need to be fire-sepa...

Balcony Enclosures?

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Q: Is it permitted under any circumstance to enclose a Balcony? If so, are there any special considerations to such enclosures? A: The Dep...
Sunday, September 30, 2007

When do the new NYC Construction Codes go into effect?

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Q: When do the new NYC Construction Codes go into effect? A: The new NYC Construction Codes are scheduled to go into effect on July 1, 2008....
Thursday, September 27, 2007

Non-Profit Institution with Sleeping Accommodations

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Q: What is the proper way to indicate a Non Profit Institution with Sleeping Accommodations on a Schedule-A or Certificate of Occupancy? A:...
Wednesday, September 26, 2007

Stair Landings?

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Q: What is the minimum required size of a Stair Landing for an Egress/Exit Stair? Where are Stair Landings required? What is the maximum ve...
Monday, September 24, 2007

Tent Requirements?

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Q: What are the Building Code requirements for Tents? A: Tents and Air Supported Structures are covered in BC Subchapter 7 Special Uses an...