Multiple Residence Law § 204 · Title 1. Fire Protection
Bulkheads
Text — Law content up to date as of May 1, 2026, as published by the New York State Senate (Open Legislation)
§ 204. Bulkheads. Every stair and fire-stair required by this chapter to extend to the level of the roof shall extend to and through a fireproof bulkhead or other fireproof enclosure in such roof. Such bulkhead or enclosure shall give unobstructed access at all times to such roof by means of a fireproof door and door assembly with the door self-closing. Stairs to a bulkhead or enclosure shall have a handrail. Where the roof of a dwelling is pitched or sloped more than fifteen degrees, no bulkhead or stairs leading thereto shall be required.
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- Law content up to date as of May 1, 2026, as published by the New York State Senate (Open Legislation)
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