Cal. Civ. Code § 141
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§ 141. Height. Any such dwelling which is seventy-five feet or less in height above the curb level and has six stories or less may be of non-fireproof construction.
Under N.Y. Mult. Dwell. Law § 141, a multiple dwelling that stands no taller than seventy-five feet above curb level and contains no more than six stories is permitted to be built using non-fireproof construction methods. Buildings that exceed either of those thresholds — height or story count — fall outside this allowance. The provision establishes a dual threshold that both conditions must satisfy simultaneously for the exemption to apply.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators and developers subject to N.Y. Mult. Dwell. Law § 141 generally verify that a building's height above curb level and its story count are both documented accurately before relying on the non-fireproof construction allowance. A compliant operator typically ensures that any construction plans, permits, and certificates of occupancy reflect measurements consistent with the seventy-five-foot and six-story thresholds. When either dimension is at or near the limit, property owners commonly work with licensed architects or engineers to confirm that the building's classification is properly supported.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
N.Y. Mult. Dwell. Law § 141 establishes construction-type standards that can affect fire safety conditions in a multiple dwelling. Tenants who have concerns about whether their building's construction meets applicable standards may raise those concerns with the local building or housing department, which has authority to inspect and enforce compliance. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand how this provision interacts with other fire safety and habitability requirements that may apply to their building.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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