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New York City · Through Local Law 2026/135 (enacted August 31, 2026)

N.Y.C. Admin. Code § FC 2003: Section FC 2003: General Precautions

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  1. New York City Administrative Code
  2. Title 29
  3. Chapter 2: New York City Fire Code

2003.1 Sources of ignition.

It shall be unlawful to use or maintain an open flame, flame-producing device or other source of ignition in an aircraft hangar or other location within 50 feet (15 240 mm) of an aircraft-fueling or defueling operation.

2003.2 Smoking.

It shall be unlawful to smoke in an aircraft hangar or other location used for aircraft fueling or defueling, cleaning, paint removal or painting operations. "No Smoking" signs shall be provided in accordance with FC 310.

2003.3 Maintenance.

The aircraft operation area and related areas shall be kept free from combustible waste at all times.

2003.4 Fire apparatus access roads.

Fire apparatus access roads shall be provided and maintained in accordance with FC Chapter 5 and the construction codes, including the Building Code. Fire apparatus access roads and aircraft parking positions shall be designed in a manner so as to preclude the possibility of fire vehicles traveling under any portion of a parked aircraft.

2003.5 Dispensing of flammable and combustible liquids.

Flammable and combustible liquids shall be dispensed and otherwise stored, handled and used in accordance with this chapter and FC Chapter 57. Automotive liquid motor fuel-dispensing facilities shall be designed, installed, operated and maintained in accordance with FC Chapter 23.

2003.6 Combustible material storage.

Combustible materials stored in aircraft hangars shall be stored in approved locations and containers.

2003.7 Hazardous material storage.

Hazardous materials shall be stored in accordance with FC Chapter 50.

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