The 2010 Plumbing Code of New York State Softcover is based on the 2006 International Plumbing Code. The 2010 Plumbing Code of New York State presents consistent requirements that provide comprehensive regulation of plumbing systems, setting minimum regulations for plumbing facilities in terms of both performance and prescriptive objectives. The 2010 Plumbing Code of New York State Softcover provides for the acceptance of new and innovative products, materials and systems.

The 2010 Plumbing Code of New York State is intended to provide minimum requirements to safeguard life and limb, health, property and public welfare by regulating and controlling the design, construction, installation, quality of materials, location, operation and maintenance or use of plumbing equipment and systems.