Note: In January and October 2003 the New York State Department of State issued clarifications to the New York Codes. These are available at http://www.dos.state.ny.us/code/codeclarif.htm

The Building Code of New York State combines language from the 2000 International Building Code, 2001 Supplement to the International Building Code, and New York modifications developed by the State Fire Prevention and Building Code Council and its Building Code Technical Subcommittee. In addition, administrative modifications to the 2000 International Building Code were developed by the Department of State's Administrative Task Group.

Based on the 2000 International Building Code and 2001 Supplement to the International Codes, this publication features time-tested safety concepts, updated means of egress and interior finish requirements, comprehensive roof provisions, seismic engineering provisions, innovative construction technology, revamped structural provisions, reorganized occupancy classifications, and the latest industry standards in material design.

The Building Code for the State of New York was formally adopted by the State Fire Prevention and Building Code Council on March 6, 2002.

Modifications to the International Building Code were developed by the Code Council and its technical subcommittees and have been incorporated into the code, as well as results from the 2001 code development cycle of the International Code Council.

The effective date of the new code provisions was July 3, 2002. Beginning on July 3, 2002, and continuing for a period of 180 days (through December 30, 2002), building permit applications submitted for construction regulated under the Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code may represent compliance with either the current provisions or newly adopted provisions of the Codes of New York State. After December 30, 2002, the Codes of New York State will formally supersede the current provisions.

Table of Contents
Chapter 1: General Requirements; Chapter 2: Definitions; Chapter 3: Use and Occupancy Classification; Chapter 4: Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy; Chapter 5: General Building Heights and Areas; Chapter 6: Types of Construction; Chapter 7: Fire-resistance-rated Construction; Chapter 8: Interior Finishes; Chapter 9: Fire Protection Systems; Chapter 10: Means of Egress; Chapter 11: Accessibility; Chapter 12: Interior Environment; Chapter 13: Energy Efficiency; Chapter 14: Exterior Walls; Chapter 15: Roof Assemblies and Rooftop Structures; Chapter 16: Structural Design; Chapter 17: Structural Tests and Special Inspections; Chapter 18: Soils and Foundations; Chapter 19: Concrete; Chapter 20: Aluminum; Chapter 21: Masonry; Chapter 22: Steel; Chapter 23: Wood; Chapter 24: Glass and Glazing; Chapter 25: Gypsum Board and Plaster; Chapter 26: Plastic; Chapter 27: Electrical; Chapter 28: Mechanical Systems; Chapter 29: Plumbing Systems; Chapter 30: Elevators and Conveying Systems; Chapter 31: Special Construction; Chapter 32: Encroachments into the Public Right of Way; Chapter 33: Safeguards During Construction; Chapter 34: Existing Structures; Chapter 35: Referenced Standards; Appendix A: Reserved; Appendix B: Reserved; Appendix C: Reserved; Appendix D: Reserved; Appendix E: Supplementary Accessibility Requirements; Appendix F: Rodent Proofing; Appendix G: Reserved; Appendix H: Reserved; Appendix I: Patio Covers; Appendix J: Reserved; Appendix K: Rehabilitation of Existing Structures; Appendix K1: General Requirements; Appendix K2: Definitions; Appendix K3: Classification of Work; Appendix K4: Repairs; Appendix K5: Renovations; Appendix K6: Alterations; Appendix K7: Reconstruction; Appendix K8: Change of Occupancy; Appendix K9: Additions; Appendix K10: Historic Buildings; Appendix K11: Relocated Structures; Appendix K12 Referenced Standards; Appendix L: Assistive Listening Performance Standards; Index.