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// CODE SNIPPET

1507.16 Green Roof System

NYC Building Code 2008 > 15 Roof Assemblies and Rooftop Structures > 1507 Requirements for Roof Coverings > 1507.16 Green Roof System

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The installation of a green roof system shall comply with this section.

1507.16.1 Roof Covering

Roof covering shall conform with Sections 1507.10, 1507.11, 1507.12, 1507.13, or 1507.15.

1507.16.2 Slope

Green roof systems shall have a design slope in accordance with the roof covering utilized.

1507.16.3 Material Standards

Green roof systems shall comply with required standards for the roof covering and good practice standards for the landscape material components. Either an affidavit from the roof covering manufacturer, stating review and acceptance of the final work, shall be provided prior to sign-off of construction or a special inspection by the professional architect or engineer shall be performed.

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