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§ 27-591 — Stability

New York City Administrative Code (current through L.L. 2026/147, enacted September 12, 2026, and amendments effective through October 10, 2026) · NYC Admin. Code § 27-591

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§ 27-591 Stability.

Except as provided in article twelve of subchapter eleven of this chapter with regard to foundation elements, a building, or any element thereof shall be proportioned to provide a minimum factor of safety of 1.50 against failure by sliding or overturning. The required stability shall be provided solely by the dead load plus any permanent anchorages which may be provided.