The NYC Construction Codes are set for review and revision every 3 years in accordance to changes with the ICC (International Code Council) Codes. In this regard, the Department has organized various committees which will review the provisions of the code and suggest revisions as necessary. Here is the breakdown of the process pertaining to the 2014 Construction Codes:
I. Development Cycles
a. Benefits:
- Updates Codes to national standards
- Incorporates latest technologies
- Allows new materials and methods of construction
- Maintains consistency with other jurisdictions
II. Implementation
- Operational changes
- Forms, service notices, bulletins
- Rules
- Staff training
- Industry outreach
- Internet/Intranet/Publication
III. Assessing the 2014 Codes
a. Codes and References
- Selected Local Laws: LL 141/13 & LL41/12 (PC)
b. [706.3.6] 707.3.8 [Separation of mixed] Separated occupancies. Where the provisions of Section [508.3.3] 508.4 are applicable, the fire barrier separating mixed occupancies shall have a fire‐resistance rating of not less than that indicated in Section [508.3.3] 508.4 based on the occupancies being separated.
c. 903.2.10.4 Steel‐plated and vault‐like occupancies. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout all steel‐plated or similarly reinforced or secured vault‐like occupancies regardless of area.
d. 903.2.12 Other hazards. Automatic sprinkler protection shall be provided for the hazards indicated in Sections 903.2.12.1 and 903.2.12.2.
e. 903.2.11.11 Steel-plated and vault-like occupancies. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout all steel plated or similarly reinforced or secured vault-like occupancies regardless of area.
f. Other Local Laws becoming effective 10/1/2014:
- LL 79/13: Toilets/faucets function without electricity
- LL 100/13: Increase flood resiliency
- LL 101/13: Increased wind standards
- LL 108/13: External hookups for I & R occupancies
- LL 110/13: Common area drinking water
- LL 130/13: Vehicle charging: parking lots & garages
- LL 10/14 CO detectors in assembly spaces
- LL 12/14 Insulation of existing concealed piping
- LL 13/14 Mold-resistant gyp & cement board
- LL 17/14 Hold-open devices & automatic doors
- LL 18/14 Construction site lighting
IV. Accessing the Codes & Updates
a. Codes and References
- 2008 Construction Codes:
- Index
- Integrated Admin
- Purchase Info
- Viewing Info
- Updated Pages