Without special approval from the Department of Buildings, how far can outriggers extend beyond the edge?

Without special approval from the Department of Buildings, how far can outriggers extend beyond the edge?

• A. 4 feet
• B. 6 feet
• C. 2 feet
• D. 8 feet

Answer: (B)

Outriggers stabilize heavy equipment by spreading loads to the base, but extending them beyond the edge increases tipping risk and the chance of striking people, property, or nearby structures. To keep these risks manageable, the rule allows a maximum extension of six feet without any special Department of Buildings approval. If you need more than six feet, you must obtain DOB approval, which reviews site conditions, wind, loads, and safety around the public space. An extension of eight feet would require that extra review, while smaller extensions can stay within the permitted limit but may limit working room.

Outriggers stabilize heavy equipment by spreading loads to the base, but extending them beyond the edge increases tipping risk and the chance of striking people, property, or nearby structures. To keep these risks manageable, the rule allows a maximum extension of six feet without any special Department of Buildings approval. If you need more than six feet, you must obtain DOB approval, which reviews site conditions, wind, loads, and safety around the public space. An extension of eight feet would require that extra review, while smaller extensions can stay within the permitted limit but may limit working room.