EBC 506 — Limited Standpipe Alterations
New York City Administrative Code (current through L.L. 2026/147, enacted September 12, 2026, and amendments effective through October 10, 2026) · NYC Existing Building Code § EBC 506 · Takes effect
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Section EBC 506: Limited Standpipe Alterations
506.1 Filing. Limited standpipe alterations shall be filed and performed by a licensed master fire suppression piping contractor or licensed master plumber meeting the requirements of Articles 410 or 408 of Title 28 of the Administrative Code, respectively. 506.2 Categories of work. Limited standpipe alterations shall be limited to the types of work set forth in Section 506.2.1. 506.2.1 Category 2. An alteration, replacement or repair to an existing standalone or combined standpipe system that is limited to the following: 1. Repair, replacement, rearrangement or relocation of components and piping required for the operation of a standalone or combined standpipe system; 2. Relocation of standalone or combined standpipe auxiliary hose sources and cabinets within 10 feet (3048 mm) of their original location, provided that the existing covered area is not affected and provided that such relocation complies with this code for a new installation; 3. Unlimited cut and cap of an existing standalone or combined standpipe system for a demolition or gut renovation; and 4. Relocation of a fire department connection as part of a standalone system.