B-3302.1 Temporary construction: Before any construction operation is started, construction documents shall be filed with the code official showing the design and construction of all sidewalk sheds, temporary vehicular passageways, trestles, footbridges, guard fences, [and] other similar devices required in the operation and any locations where waste materials will be disposed.[18]

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B-3302.4 Duration: Temporary construction, scaffolding, or encroachments shall be removed from a construction site after the final inspection is made by the Department or within 30 days after the fulfillment of the requirements of the permit.

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B-3304.3 Sidewalk bridge: Wherever the ground is excavated under the sidewalk, a sidewalk bridge shall be constructed at least 4 feet (1219 mm) wide, or a protected walkway of equal width shall be erected in the street, provided that the required permit for such walkway is obtained from the [administrative authority] Streets Department.

B-3304.4 Sidewalk shed: Sidewalk sheds shall be as provided for in accordance with Sections B-3304.4.1 through B-3304.4.4 except where sidewalks are closed [by the authority having jurisdiction] with approval of the Streets Department.

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B-3305.4 Hot work operations: Construction which includes cutting, welding or brazing operations shall be in accordance with the requirements of the fire prevention code.

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B-3308.2 Drainage: Sitework associated with construction activity for which a building permit is required, shall not result in the concentration of surface water drainage to adjoining properly.

Exception: Where terrain slopes toward a natural water course such as a creek, stream or river.

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B-3309.2 Chimney, soil and vent stacks: Wherever a new building or structure is erected to greater or lesser heights than an adjoining building, the construction and extension of new or existing chimneys shall conform to the provisions of the mechanical code, and the construction and extension of soil and vent stacks [and the location of window openings] shall comply with the [provisions of Section B-2908.3] plumbing code.

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B-3312.3 Pedestrian walkways: Construction materials and equipment shall not be stored on the street without [a permit issued by the administrative authority having jurisdiction] approval of the Streets Department. Where so stored, such materials or equipment shall not unduly interfere with vehicular traffic or the orderly travel of pedestrians on the highway or street. The piles shall be arranged to maintain a safe walkway not less than 4 feet (1219 mm) wide, unobstructed for its full length, and adequately lighted at night and at all necessary times for the use of the public.

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