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NYC 2022 Code:Chapter 33 Code Revisions
BC 3303.16 – Worker Sheds, Contractor Sheds and Similar Structures
The existing code did not require a permit for contractor shanties/offices, even though DOB inspectors often asked for permits for large contractor offices. The shanties/offices within 30 feet of an existing bldg., a new bldg., or another shanty/office had to be non-combustible construction with few exceptions (exceptions limited to 1 story and 120 square feet in area, more than 30 feet from another shanty/office, and constructed of fire-retardant wood protected from elements by sheet metal).
The revised code now requires the installation of smoke detectors and wet sprinklers or dry chemical extinguishers (commonly used today) and compliance with egress requirements of Chapter 10, as they relate to door width and travel distance. The construction of the shanty/office must meet the requirements of Class I, II (non-combustible) or III fire-resistant construction (protected combustible), depending on the location of the shanty/office (inside structure, inside fire district, within 30 feet of another shanty/office).
A permit is needed for the construction of the shanty/office, except if the shanty/office does not exceed 1 story and 120 square feet and is located more than 30 feet from another shanty/office. However, permits are needed for all utility hookups (electric, plumbing, etc.) without exception
3303.16 Worker sheds, contractor sheds, contractor offices, and similar structures shall:
You can see the revision here:
  1. Be provided with a hardwire or battery powered smoke detector that meets the requirements of this code and the New York City Fire Code;
  2. Be equipped with an automatic sprinkler system or a non-water automatic fire-extinguishing system, including a dry-chemical extinguishing system, that meets the requirements of this code and the New York City Fire Code, when the shed or office is installed or predominantly used to facilitate work at a building that requires an automatic sprinkler system;
  3. Meet the door width, travel distances, and occupancy load requirements of Chapter 10 of the building code; and
4.Be constructed to comply with either 4.1, 4.2, or 4.3:
4.1. Meet the requirements of this code for Types I or II fire-resistance- rated construction where:
4.1.1. Located within a building or structure; or
4.1.2. Located 30 feet (9144 mm) or less from another building or structure within the fire district.
4.2. Meet the requirements of this code for Type III fire-resistance-rated construction where:
4.2.1. Located outside of a building or structure; and
4.2.2. Located more than 30 feet (9144 mm) from another building or structure within the fire district.
4.3. Meet the requirements of this code for Type III fire-resistance-rated construction where:
4.3.1. Located outside of a building or structure; and
4.3.2. Located outside of the fire district.
3303.16.1 Permit required. No worker shed, contractor shed, contractor office, or similar structure shall be installed until a permit for the shed or office has been issued by the commissioner in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 1 of Title 28 of the Administrative Code. Exception: A permit is not required for a worker shed, contractor shed, contractor office, or similar structure that does not exceed 1 story in height and 120 square feet (36.58 m2 ) in area, and further provided that the shed, office, or similar structure is located more than 30 feet (9144 mm) from another shed, or office, or similar structure.

Burning shanties leads to better construction site safety

A knock-down, fire-rated shanty was covered with Sherwin Williams Flame Control Coating and a sprinkler system was used to extinguish the fire. Although the sprinkler system was successful, this particular method would not be feasible on a construction site due to a lack of temporary water source
The Catch A Smoker and Fit Pro fire suppressions systems saw successful results in another knock-down, fire-rated shanty.
In attendance were representatives from the New York City Department of Buildings, including Christopher M. Santulli, P.E., Acting Assistant Commissioner of Engineering & Safety Operations and Eugene J. Cocoran, Deputy Commissioner, Regulatory Policy and Enforcement. Chief Thomas Jensen and Battalion Chief Thomas Piggott. FDNY Bureau of Fire Prevention, represented FDNY for the test. Members of the FDNY Fire Academy, Randall’s Island, were available to aid in properly executing the shanty burn.
The New York Fire Safety Academy (NYFSA) provides educational programs for construction industry personnel on fire prevention and fire safety in order to eliminate fires on jobsites and prepare personnel properly in the event of a fire.
NYFSA collaborates with construction managers, the FDNY, the Department of Buildings, and the BTEA to develop the most effective programs. NYFSA also works to research new areas and establish best practices in fire safety and prevention in construction.
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