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This month, we test your knowledge of the NYC Building Code and Procedures!
Q1. True or False: In New York City, the Contractor may begin work as soon as the plans and applications are approved by the NYC Department of Buildings.
A1. False. The Documents must first be microfilmed. Then, the General Contractor must apply separately for issuance of the Work Permit(s) for the job. The Work Permits remain in effect for one year after issuance of the permits or until one of the Contractor’s insurances expire.
Q2. A ‘Place of Assembly’ is declared when (?) number of occupants is met or exceeded in a meeting space?
A2. Seventy-Five.
Q3. The NYC Building Code defines a ‘High Rise’ Building as:
A3. Any building Seventy-Five feet or more in height.
Q4. True or False: A ‘Fire Protection Plan’ is a general way to describe any Sprinkler, Standpipe, or Fire Alarm work being proposed in a building.
A4. False. A Fire Protection Plan is a NYC DOB application which describes all of the Life Safety features of the building. It is kept on file with the NYC DOB and FDNY for future reference, in case of emergency.
Q5. A Temporary Certificate of Occupancy is good for a period of (?) days after issuance.
A5. Ninety Days.
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