Applying New Code Standards to Prior-Code Structures: Energy Code

By Austin Regan, R.A. and John Lashley This article continues our series on prior-code buildings and types of changes that require compliance with current codes. This month, we’re focusing on the New York City Energy Conservation Code. While Chapter C5 ...

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Applying New Code Standards to Prior-Code Structures: Enlargements

By John Lashley As covered last month, Section 28-101.4.3 of the New York City Administrative Code (AC) says the following regarding “Optional use of the 1968 building code for work on prior code buildings”: At the option of the owner, ...

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Applying New Code Standards to Prior-Code Structures: Exceptions

By Austin Regan, R.A. and John Lashley Often, a fundamental challenge in New York City construction code compliance lies in determining which code requirements to follow. This article is the first of a series that identifies instances when certain renovations ...

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Applying New Code Standards to Prior-Code Structures: Energy Code

Applying New Code Standards to Prior-Code Structures: Enlargements

Applying New Code Standards to Prior-Code Structures: Exceptions