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Where to Install Gas Detectors in Residential Units: NYC Local Law 157 Guidelines
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Under NYC Local Law 157, gas detectors must be installed in residential units to enhance safety by ensuring early detection of gas leaks. The law specifies locations based on the presence of gas-powered appliances. Below is a detailed guide to proper detector placement:
Rooms and Gas Appliances
- Kitchen
- Near gas stove
- Near gas oven
- Near gas cooktop
- Living Room
- Near gas fireplace
- Near gas space heater (if used for supplemental heat)
- Bathroom
- Near gas wall heater (used for bathroom warmth in some homes)
- Near gas tankless water heater (if located in a utility closet near the bathroom)
- Laundry Room
- Near gas dryer
- Basement
- Near gas furnace
- Near gas boiler (for radiant or baseboard heating)
- Near gas hot water tank
- Near gas tankless water heater (if installed in the basement)
- Near gas radiant floor heating system
- Garage
- Near gas water heater
- Near gas space heater (for climate control)
- Near gas backup generator (if installed for power outages)
- Dining Room
- Near gas fireplace (if installed)
Additional Guidelines
- Hallways or Common Areas: Gas detectors should also be installed in hallways outside sleeping areas for comprehensive protection.
- Manufacturer’s Recommendations: Follow the manufacturer's guidelines for placement to ensure optimal effectiveness and compliance with Local Law 157.
Proper installation of gas detectors in these locations ensures that residential units are safeguarded against the dangers of gas leaks, aligning with NYC Local Law 157’s mission to protect residents and reduce potential risks.
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