N.Y.C. Admin. Code § FC 611: Section FC 611: Automated Parking Garages

611.1 Scope.

This section shall govern the design, installation, operation and maintenance of automated parking garages.

611.2 General.

Automated parking garages shall be designed, installed, operated and maintained in accordance with this section and the construction codes.

611.3 Design and installation.

Automated parking garages shall be designed and installed in accordance with the construction codes and the requirements of the Department of Buildings. Application shall be made to the Department of Buildings and the department for review and approval.

611.3.1 Emergency shut-down device.

A manually-activated emergency shut down device shall be installed at a conspicuous, readily-accessible location at or near the main entrance to the automated parking garage, and, if required by the Department, at other approved locations suitable for firefighting operations.

611.3.2 Location of control panels.

The control panels for all fire protection systems and smoke purge systems shall be installed at a conspicuous, readily-accessible location at or near the main entrance to the automated parking garage, or other approved location suitable for firefighting operations.

611.4 Operational requirements.

Automated parking garages shall be operated in accordance with FC 611.4.1 through 611.4.4.

611.4.1 Notification to department.

At least 2 weeks prior to occupancy or operation of the automated parking system, the owner shall give written notice of same to the department, in the manner prescribed by the department, to allow the department to inspect the installation and familiarize itself with its operation.

611.4.2 Automated parking garage information card.

An information card depicting the operation of the automated parking system and setting forth other information, in the form prescribed by the department by rule, shall be prepared by the owner for all automated parking garages prior to occupancy or operation of the automated parking system.

611.4.3 Recordkeeping.

A record of the maintenance of the automated parking system and associated fire protection and other safety systems shall be maintained on the premises in the office of the parking garage attendant, in a first responder box, or other approved location.

611.4.4 Emergency communications.

A telephone not requiring a coin to operate or other approved means to communicate an emergency in the automated parking garage shall be provided and identified by a durable and conspicuously posted sign or markings, as follows:

1. A means to notify the department of an emergency shall be provided for public use at the facility at an approved location.

2. A means for firefighters or other department representatives to contact, on a 24/7 basis, a trained and knowledgeable person who can provide technical assistance with respect to the operation of the automated parking garage. This telephone or other approved means may be secured by key box operated by a citywide standard (2642) key.