Codes Updates in Effect

摘要

Building regulations on your mind? They should be - NYC recently updated its fire and new construction codes. The revised Fire Code comprehensively amends the emergency preparedness requirements for buildings and occupancies. It includes significant changes in provisions relating to fire apparatus access roads and building frontage spaces, roof- top access and obstructions, rooftop solar panel installations, fire watch and notification requirements for out-of-service building fire protection systems, building and apartment identification standards, and use of medical oxygen, portable electric space heaters, and halogen lamps.