scope:

The provisions of this code shall apply to the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, removal and demolition of the following buildings and structures, provided that such building or structure is not more than three stories above grade plane in height, and their accessory structures not more than three stories above grade plane in height:

Detached one-family dwellings;

Detached two-family dwellings in which each dwelling unit has a separate means of egress;

Townhouses;

Bed and breakfast dwellings;

Live/work units that (1) are located in townhouses, and (2) comply with the requirements of Section 419 of the Building Code of New York State; and

Owner-occupied lodging houses that (1) have five or fewer guestrooms and (2) are provided with a residential fire sprinkler system complying with Section P2904 of this code.