N.Y. Multiple Residence Law Section 30
Cellar ceilings

In every such dwelling three stories or more in height the ceiling of the cellar, or of the lowest story if there be no cellar, shall be fire-retarded, or be equipped with a sprinkler system, unless such ceiling has already been plastered to the satisfaction of the department.

Source: Section 30 — Cellar ceilings, https://www.­nysenate.­gov/legislation/laws/MRE/30 (updated Sep. 22, 2014; accessed Feb. 28, 2026).

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