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    Lighting code for two family inspection?

    Hi all, I'm converting one family to two in Queens NY. My GC said I can't use the pendant lights since they are mostly from China and don't have the green ground wire required. But my architect friend said any UL listed light would be fine. Does anyone know the code? I bought some modern LED...
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    • electrical code light fixture nyc queens two family dwelling unit
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  2. JimmyTreeX

    Code violations in owner-occupied, single or two-family

    Just looking for your take on what is allowed when a property is owner occupied, either a single or two family. Meaning, how much jurisdiction does code have inside the owners dwelling? I’ve always treated it the same as if they were a renter, but I know others who say “you can’t tell someone...
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    Existing Home Garage Conversion to ADU

    Problem: Existing 2 story home would like to convert the existing 1st floor Garage to ADU. Code section R302.3 requires a 1-hr floor assembly between the two dwelling units, and 1-hr rating at the supporting construction. What have you seen as design solutions. People will not want to...
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