New York § 287 - 287Alternative compliance
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 287 — 287Alternative compliance, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 287. 287Alternative compliance
§ 287. Alternative compliance. In any case in which a local building code or this chapter provides an alternative means of meeting the fire and safety standards of article seven-B of this chapter, an owner of an interim multiple dwelling may, to the extent permitted by such local code or this chapter, elect to comply with the standards of such code or this chapter rather than with article seven-B. Such an election shall not affect an owner's obligations to meet the deadlines for compliance set forth in this article, and in such cases references herein to article seven-B shall be deemed to include any such local building code or the applicable provisions of this chapter.
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 287
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 287 cover?
Section 287 ("287Alternative compliance") is part of the New York Consolidated Laws, the codified statutory law of New York. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New York § 287?
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