Stairway and Egress Components requirements
BC 1009 (CODE 2014)1009.1 Stairway width.1009.2 Headroom1009.3 Walkline.1009.4 Stair treads and risers.1009.5 Stairway landings.1009.6 Stairway construction. AC 27-538 (CODE 1968) Vertical... Read More
Emergency Lighting & Power Codes
BC 1006.3 ( Code 2014)The power supply for means of egress illumination shall normally be provided by the premise's electrical... Read More
New York City Occupancy Group
The NYC DOB (Department of Buildings) occupancy group classification system categorizes buildings and spaces based on their primary function or... Read More
Handicap Accessible Bathroom (ADA)
What is ADA Accessible?The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals... Read More
Rooftops and terraces
BUILDINGS BULLETIN 2018-002Related Code/Zoning Section(s):ZR 12-10 / ZR 32-41 / ZR 42-41 / ZR 33-42BC 107.5 / BC 107.7 /... Read More
Fresh Air Intake (FAI)
The provision of Fresh Air Intake (FAI) is of utmost importance in ensuring optimal air quality and safety within areas... Read More
Rodent Proofing Code
APPENDIX F SECTION F101.1 AND F101.2The provisions of this appendix provide rodent-proofing design and construction requirements for the resistance of rodent... Read More
Market Value Calculation
- BC 9.01.9.4- TITLE 27 27-119Alteration cost: building value:For the purpose of applying the foregoing provisions of this article, the... Read More
How to become a Registered Architect in New York State
Becoming a registered architect in America, especially for immigrants and those living outside the United States, involves a structured process.... Read More
When do you need to hire a Construction Superintendent
A construction superintendent is required for the construction or demolition of such other buildings as identified in BUILDING CODE Section... Read More