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NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Sections 200 - 599 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (USC) January 1, 202 4 Volume 2 SECTION 202 - DEMOLITION OF BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES (Last Revised May , 2022)
202-1 DESCRIPTION. This work shall consist of the demolition, removal and disposal of existing
buildings; and the demolition, removal and disposal of existing bridge structures, removal and disposal of steel supported and concrete superstructure supported structural slabs (with and without shear connectors), in accordance with the contract documents, or as directed by the Engineer.
202-2 MATERIALS. Not specified.
202-3 Construction Details .
202-3.01 General. The Contractor shall conduct all demolition and removal operations in accordance
with the contract documents and local building codes. The Contractor shall repair or replace in kind sidewalks, curbs, roadway and other materials designated to remain in p lace which are damaged as a result of the work at no additional cost to the State. Where a falling hazard of 6 feet or more above a lower level exists to workers, each worker shall be protected from falling by fall arrest systems, or guardrail systems to a height of approximately 42 inches, or by covering openings. All floor or deck ope nings not used as material drops shall be covered over with materials substantial enough to support the weight of any loads which may be imposed upon them. Such materials shall be properly secured to prevent accidental movement. When excavation is required, the Contractor shall provide protection for the public in accordance with §107 -05K. Open Excavations and Trenches . The Contractor shall make provisions to control dust resulting from demolition operations by wetting the work area and debris or other appropriate measures.
A.Demolition Plan. Prior to any demolition or removal operations, the Contractor shall conduct an engineering survey, performed by a competent person, of the building, bridge, or other structure to determine its condition and the possibility of collapse of any portion, in accordance with 29 CFR 1926 Subpart T. Bridge data inspection reports will be made available by the Department, where available. Adjacent buildings or structures within 100 feet of the building or structure shall be included in the surv ey. If the Demolition Plan is required to be sealed by a Professional Engineer, the engineering survey shall be conducted under the direction of a Professional Engineer. The Demolition Plan for the demolition, removal, or dismantling of a bridge structure longer than 20 feet shall be prepared, checked, and sealed by a Professional Engineer experienced in the design, construction, or demolition of such structures. The Demolition Plan for a building, other than ordinary wood frame construction of 2 -1/2 stories or less shall be prepared, checked, and sealed by a Professional Engineer or an Architect experienced in building design, construction, or demolition. The Demo lition Plan for the demolition of ordinary wood frame construction buildings of 2 -1/2 stories or less need not be prepared by a Professional Engineer. The Demolition Plan for the removal of steel supported structural slabs, Type B, shall be prepared, checked, and sealed by a Professional Engineer, in accordance with §202 -3.07. The Demolition Plan for the removal of steel supported structural slabs – Type A, and concrete superstructure supported concrete slabs need not be prepared by a Professional Engineer. Demolition Plans that are required to be prepared by a Professional Engineer or an Architect shall be submitted to the Engineer 30 calendar days prior to the start of demolition. Unless otherwise noted, all other Demolition Plans shall be submitted to the Engineer 14 calendar days prior to the start of demolition. The Engineer may return the Demolition Plan if it does not adequately identify and address obvious safety and other identified conditions. The Engineer's failure to return any Demolition for additional studies and recommendations shall not relieve the Con tractor from the obligation of
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NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Sections 200 - 599 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (USC) January 1, 202 4 Volume 2 preparing an adequate Demolition Plan and conducting adequate engineering surveys that safeguard workers and the public. When the Demolition Plan is required to be prepared by a Professional Engineer, the Professional Engineer shall prepare the following, as appropriate. When the Demolition Plan is not required to be prepared by a Professional Engineer, the Contractor shall prepare the following, as ap propriate:
1.A plan of the work area including roadways, support structures, railroad tracks, canals or streams, both underground utilities and overhead utility lines, and any other information pertinent to demolition.
2.A description and catalog cuts of the type, size, and weight of cranes, heavy equipment, and trucks to be used.
3.A plan of the location of cranes, heavy equipment, and trucks.
4.Identification of components analyzed, with reference to controlling specifications or codes.
5.Identification of strength of materials (or allowable stresses) related to means and methods, within calculations or drawings.
6.Girder stability analysis, including non -composite girder analysis with dead load and equipment loads.
7.Current condition of superstructure and substructure. Indicate whether it is based on site visit and date, or latest inspection report and date.
8.Section loss of all components (including components in the load path), where applicable, both within calculations and on demolition drawings. State whether section loss is assumed percentage based on inspection report and date, or measured section loss ba sed upon field inspection and date.
9.Demolition sequences (including deck removal), with a narrative description. Calculations associated with the Demolition Plan shall be included for each stage. Include saw cut locations.
10.Clear statement of critical assumptions, with guidance on contingency steps if conditions do not match assumptions.
11.The locations and details of supporting members, framing and foundation, etc., necessary to accomplish the partial demolition of a building.
12.Measures necessary to prevent a partial building demolition from affecting adjacent property.
13.The following shall be identified in the Demolition Plan, but need not be prepared by a Professional Engineer:
a.The locations and details of signs, barricades, curbings, and decking used to cover over holes in the flooring of a building.
b.Details of water diversion plans necessary for the proposed means and methods. Reference any waterway time restriction dates and identify any environmental ground and environmental water protection requirements, including location specific information.
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NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Sections 200 - 599 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (USC) January 1, 202 4 Volume 2 c. Description of ground and/or water protection plans and materials for containment associated with collection of paint waste or other falling debris generated from subsequent cutting/demo operations, or reference to other submittals .
d.Sequence of operations, including Work Zone Traffic Control requirements such as lane closures, required to perform the work.
e.Means and methods to control dust from being objectionable to nearby residents or potentially hazardous to workers.
f.Description of plans for abatement of all identified and impacted asbestos -containing materials.
g.A plan that addresses any necessary stream protection issues including but not limited to water volumes, sediment impact and aquatic disturbance.
h.Copy of written confirmation from scrap metal recycling facility that it can accept any lead-coated or lead/asbestos -coated metal components generated from the project.
i.Copy of NYSDEC C7 NOTIFCATION FOR GENERATORS found at https://www.dec.ny.gov/chemical/51768.html for any recycled lead -coated or lead/asbestos - coated metal components that could potentially meet the definition of a hazardous waste (pre - 1989 coated structural steel not previously 100% commercially blasted to a SSPC surface preparation standard of SP -10 or SP -5). Any required C7 forms shall be submitted electronically by the contractor to info.sqg@dec.ny.gov . Copies shall also be provided to both the Engineer and the Regional Construction Area Supervisor for the project.
B.Monitoring. A competent person is defined in 29 CFR 1926, Subpart C as someone who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions which are or will be unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has a uthorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them. If the Demolition Plan is required to be sealed by a Professional Engineer per conditions stated herein, then the monitoring performed by a competent person shall be under the direction of a Professional Engineer. The competent person shall monitor the on -going structural condition of surveyed buildings and structures prior to and during demolition, by observing them for the presence of excessive vibrations; by measuring and recording the width, extent, and progress ion of cracks; by measuring and recording the plumbness and integrity of structural elements and bracing; and by making other observations as necessary. If these assessments indicate that potential for collapse of a structure or building exists, the compet ent person shall undertake measures to ensure safety. If these assessments indicate that the work is causing damage to or degradation of structural condition of a structure or building that is to remain or be relocated, the competent person shall undertak e measures to prevent additional damage or degradation from occurring and, as directed by the Engineer, shall undertake measures necessary to reverse the degradation or repair the damage. During the periods that personnel are required to work on, in, or around a building or structure to be demolished or relocated which is in a damaged or deteriorated condition by fire, flood, explosion, weather, or other cause, its elements shall be adequat ely braced to prevent collapse. The findings of monitoring assessments shall be promptly provided to the preparer of the Demolition Plan and to the Engineer, if the Demolition Plan has already been submitted.
C.Utility Facilities. The Contractor shall protect existing utility facilities during demolition, or if necessary, they shall be temporarily relocated prior to start of demolition work.
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NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Sections 200 - 599 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (USC) January 1, 202 4 Volume 2 Before any structure or building served with or having utility facilities thereon is demolished, all utility services shall be shut off, capped, or otherwise made safe and controlled outside the building or off the structure, before the general demolition work is started. All severed sewer lines or drains emanating from the building or structure shall be capped or otherwise tightly sealed to prevent the entry of foreign materials into the main sewer or drain. All electric circuits in any work area that is or may become wet or humid during the work shall be shut down and locked out. If electrical power is required, temporary circuits may be brought into the work area, provided such circuits are ground fault pro tected.
D.Paint Removal. Prior to beginning any paint removal operations, deposits of bird droppings and loosely adhered paint shall be removed by hand via shoveling or scraping. The Contractor shall comply with the provisions of 29 CFR 1926.62 when working on steel structures coated with lead -based paint. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable regulations controlling the release of lead into the environment. In enclosed spaces, the Contractor shall remove paint for a minimum distance of 4 inches on each side of the centerline of cut, bolt row, or weld, or protect workers with air -line respirators in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1926.354(c). Demolition Plans shall reference special project specific worker safety and health concerns, and protective measures shall be detailed in the Safety and Health Plan. Prior to beginning any steel removal operations, paint shall be removed for a minimum distance of 4 inches on each side of the centerline of cut, bolt row, or weld using vacuum -shrouded paint removal equipment that removes paint, collects and contains the removed paint material, does not permit release of visible dust or debris, and does not vaporize paint into the atmosphere. Following paint removal work, loose paint material not contained by the paint removal equipment shall be collected by vacuums equip ped with high efficiency particulate (HEPA) filters. Disposal of paint waste shall be performed in accordance with Section 571 Disposal of Paint Removal Waste . In cases where the Contractor can clearly demonstrate that alternative work practices and engineering controls comply with applicable OSHA regulations associated with worker safety and health and applicable USEPA regulations associated with public and envi ronmental protection, exception to the paint removal requirement may be granted by the Department as part of the Demolition Plan review and approval. Demolition Plans that propose the use of hydraulic shears without prior paint removal shall include Enviro nmental Ground Protection and/or Environmental Water Protection in order to minimize potential impacts to the environment and/or the public. Demolition Plans that propose the use of torch cutting without prior paint removal shall include adequate containm ent and/or engineering controls to minimize potential impacts to the environment and/or the public. The Contractor shall ensure proper respiratory protection for exposures via initial personal monitoring. Interim protection of the workers, as defined by O SHA, shall be provided until exposures are determined. Local exhaust ventilation shall be used during periods of wind stagnation. Workers shall stand upwind from activity and ensure no downwind impacts to other, non -protected individuals, including the pub lic. Torch cutting will not be approved in close proximity to sensitive public receptors, such as schools, pedestrian pathways, or buildings.
E.Disposal of Materials. All materials removed under this work, abandoned equipment, and fixtures of any kind remaining on any site after it is released to the Contractor are the property of the Contractor and, except for material other than those of a hazardous nature and mater ials incorporated into the work, shall be removed and disposed of in accordance with §107 -10 Managing Surplus Material and Waste .
F.Hazardous Material. The Contractor shall remove and dispose of, or otherwise remediate, asbestos, hazardous chemicals, gases, explosives, flammable materials, or similarly dangerous materials in the building or on the property and will be paid separately.
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NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Sections 200 - 599 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (USC) January 1, 202 4 Volume 2 The Contractor shall remove, or otherwise remediate, asbestos materials or other hazardous materials on each structure or building before demolition work begins. If it is not feasible to remediate hazardous materials from a building due to lack of structur al integrity, or other unsafe conditions, the Contractor shall obtain a regulatory variance as applicable, and perform controlled demolition in accordance with applicable federal and state regulations.
202-3.02 Disposal of Buildings. The Contractor shall demolish buildings designated for disposal and
released to the Contractor 30 days or more before the contract completion date in accordance with the contract documents. The Contractor shall demolish buildings on site without the use of explosives, unless approved by the Deputy Chief Engineer (Construction). Any proposal to allow such building or any portion thereof to remain standing at the site, or to be relocated to another site, will be referred to the Regional Director for approval and shall be accomplished under terms and conditions established by the St ate.
A.Unauthorized Entry. The Contractor shall inspect all buildings released for demolition and shall prevent unauthorized entry to these buildings by boarding up or otherwise blocking potential entrances. If material blocking entrances is removed, the Contractor shall, after de termining the building to be vacant, replace the removed material in such a manner as to keep the buildings from being re -entered.
B.Pedestrian Access. The Contractor shall maintain and keep safely passable and free from debris, snow and ice, all public walkways adjacent to the properties on which buildings to be demolished are located. Active entrances to two or more story buildings and active walkways within 8 feet of two or more story buildings being demolished shall be completely protected for a minimum of 8 feet from the face of the building by sidewalk sheds, canopies or other means . Protection shall extend a minimum of 1 foot beyond each side of the building entrances, openings or walkways. Protection shall be designed by a Professional Engineer, and be capable of sustaining a load of 150 psf. No canopy or shed shall be designed to deflect falling material into an area where they could cause harm or injury to person or property. For single story buildings, these requirements may be waived if the work may be satisfactorily and safely completed without protection.
C.Removal of Salvaged Materials. The Contractor shall remove all salvaged materials from the site. The Contractor shall not hold any sales, public or private, of salvaged equipment or material within the right of way. The Department does not guarantee the number of fixtures, quantity o r quality of equipment or any other material of value existing in the building to be present upon its release to the Contractor.
D.Rodent, Insect, and Wildlife Control. The Contractor shall exterminate rodents and insects in each building so infested, in accordance with the requirements of the City, County or the NYS Department of Health. The Contractor or Subcontractor performing the extermination work shall have at least 5 years experience. If the building or structure to be demolished is inhabited by wildlife, the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation or the local animal control officer shall be contacted and given the op portunity to remove such wildlife before extermination or demolition operations are commenced. If inhabited by domesticated animals, the local animal control officer shall be given the opportunity to arrange for their removal. Bait shall be placed at least 13 calendar days but not more than 30 calendar days before demolition is started, or at such other times as required by the City or County Health Department. Insects shall be controlled by spraying or fumigating. The Contracto r shall seal the building if
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NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Sections 200 - 599 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (USC) January 1, 202 4 Volume 2 necessary for the treatment to be effective or to prevent migration of insect, pest, or vermin. Demolition work shall not proceed until the extermination is completed. If extermination is being conducted because it was ordered by the City, County, or NYS Department of Health, the Contractor shall notify that office that the extermination has been completed and shall obtain their written concurrence that the extermination work was satisfactorily completed.
E.Demolition of Buildings. Unless mechanically demolished from the exterior, the demolition of multi -story buildings of more than 2 -1/2 stories shall be accomplished story by story without accumulating rubble on the floors of the partially demolished structure. Signs warning of t he hazard and of falling materials shall be posted at each level. Glass that will create a hazard if fragmented shall be removed. If mechanical demolition is used, no worker shall be permitted at any location onto which debris may fall or which may become unstable or collapse as a result of the demolition operations. Only the minimum number of workers necessary for the performance o f the work shall be permitted in those locations at other times until such time as the operations are complete and the debris has been removed. If debris is dropped through holes in the floor without the use of chutes, the area onto which the material is dropped shall be completely enclosed with substantial barricades nominally a minimum of 42 inches high, and placed not less than 6 feet back from the projected edge of the opening above. If a hole is used by machines as a material drop, substantial timber or other curbing shall be securely anchored around the hole. The barricades, but not the curbing, may be moved aside temporarily during periods t hat the machines are actually using the hole. Barricades shall be promptly restored to their proper locations when the machines have ceased dropping material down the hole. Demolition work and workers shall not be permitted in lower areas until debris han dling ceases above.
F.Partial Demolition of Buildings. If the work involved consists of demolishing only a portion of a building, the Contractor shall cooperate with the owner(s) of the remaining portion so that inconvenience is minimized. The Contractor shall close the open portions of the buildings being partially demolished with construction similar to the remainder of the building and shall install supporting members, framing, and foundations to support the remaining structure in accorda nce with the Demolition Plan. Construction necessary to close the open portions shall meet the local building codes. Structural supports shall be of similar materials as the existing supporting members to which they frame or with which they share load or s hall be compatible with them. The Contractor may use salvaged lumber for sheathing provided that such lumber is sound and suitable. The Contractor shall use new timber and lumber for all other purposes.
G.Demolition of Party Wall Structures. If the demolition of one or more units of a group of party wall structures leaves a wall or walls exposed, in accordance with the contract documents, the Contractor shall comply with the following:
1.Furring, plaster, chimneys to be removed, projecting parts, and the like shall be removed.
2.The roof shall be properly flashed, repaired, or otherwise treated to prevent leaks.
3.Walls shall be left in a presentable and sound weatherproof condition compatible in appearance with the remaining building and in conformance with local building codes.
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NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Sections 200 - 599 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (USC) January 1, 202 4 Volume 2 4. Walls shall be made self -supporting, safe and weatherproof with construction similar to or consistent with the remaining building. Supports and bracing shall be installed in accordance with the contract documents.
5.Shoring necessary to prevent damage to adjacent property shall be placed on solid foundation in accordance with the contract documents.
H.Demolition of Foundations. After demolition of the structure, the Contractor shall remove the foundation walls to the depth of the lowest cellar floor, break up any cellar floor, remove any walkways or other materials, backfill the hole and grade the site; unless the removal would endanger adjacent utility facilities or infrastructure. If the hole is not backfilled promptly, it shall be protected with substantial fencing and signs in accordance with § 107 -05 Restricted Areas .
I.Domestic Sewage Facilities. Septic tanks, leaching basins, cesspools and other similar facilities associated with buildings being demolished or those that will be abandoned shall be pumped free of septage or sewage, removed, and the resulting hole shall be backfilled in lifts of co mpacted suitable material. The facilities may be collapsed in place after pumping instead of removal. Septage recovered from the pumping operation shall be handled, transported, and disposed of in accordance with 6 NYCRR Par t 364.
J.Basement Petroleum Storage Tanks. Aboveground petroleum storage tanks associated with buildings being demolished shall be emptied, cleaned, and removed. Petroleum storage tanks with a capacity greater than 1100 gallons that are regulated by NYSDEC, or are regulated by other local codes, and require closure, shall be emptied, cleaned, and closed in accordance with 6 NYCRR Part 619.3, and closure will be paid for under Section 629 Petroleum Storage Tank Closure . Any waste products removed from the tanks or generated during tank cleaning/removal operations shall be disposed of in accordance with §107 -10 Managing Surplus Material and Waste .
202-3.03 Relocation of Buildings. The Contractor shall relocate buildings, to sites designated by the
owner and approved by the Department, in accordance with the contract documents. Sites to which the buildings are to be moved will be furnished without cost to the Contractor.
A.Site Preparation. The Contractor shall construct all necessary foundations and cellar floors for the relocated building to meet applicable local building codes but not less than equivalent in construction to the existing features. The Contractor shall grade the new site, construct necessary driveways and sidewalks, topsoil and/or seed the area and perform other incidentally required items of work to prepare the site in accordance with the contract documents.
B.Moving Buildings. The Contractor shall conduct a precondition survey to establish current condition prior to the move, using written and photographic measures. The Contractor shall move the building safely and in a manner so as to cause the least possible damage to the bu ilding and the least possible interference with or inconvenience to its occupant(s). The Contractor shall arrange for any temporary rerouting of overhead lines or relocating guide wires and for the clearance of other obstructions. The Contractor shall repair any damage that may occur to the building, pavement and other features as a result of the move.
C.Restoration of Service Connections. The Contractor shall restore necessary gas, electrical, sanitary, water supply and other service connections at the building's final location, at least equivalent in construction to the existing connections, so as to cause the least possible disruption i n accordance with the requirements of the Utilities and local building codes, and will be paid separately.
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NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Sections 200 - 599 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (USC) January 1, 202 4 Volume 2 D. Restoration Work. The Contractor shall restore exterior portions of the building, including steps, porches, railings, and other appurtenances, to as good and serviceable condition, as existed prior to its relocation, in accordance with local building codes. Any property d amaged or destroyed during the execution of the work shall be repaired or replaced at no additional cost to the State.
E.Demolition of Existing Foundations. The Contractor shall demolish the existing foundation of any relocated building, including those relocated by the owner in accordance with §202 -3.02H Demolition of Foundations .
202-3.04 Dismantling and Storage of Superstructures. The Contractor shall dismantle and store
existing superstructures in accordance with the contract documents. A superstructure is defined as that part of a structure above, supported by, and including the bearings. The Contractor shall carefully remove concrete, paving material and other materials from the existing superstructures so as to prevent damage to superstructures to be stored. The parts of superstructure designated to be stored shall be protected, and stored on site or at the locations designa ted. All stored members shall be adequately match -marked in order to facilitate reassembly. Any parts of the superstructure designated for storage or to remain which are damaged during the course of the operation or during storage shall be repaired or re placed at no additional cost to the State.
202-3.05 Removal of Superstructures. The Contractor shall demolish and remove existing
superstructures at the site in accordance with the contract documents. A superstructure is defined as that part of a structure above, supported by, and including the bearings. The removal of steel suppo rted structural slabs where the supporting structural steel is to remain shall be performed in accordance with §202 -3.07 Removal of Steel Supported Structural Slabs. The Contractor shall obtain the approval of the Deputy Chief Engineer, Structures (DCES) for any proposal to allow such structure or any portion thereof to remain standing on the site or to be relocated to another site. The Contractor shall designate all areas that could become subject to collapse or that could become unstable as a result of demolition activity as non -access areas, and clearly identify them. The public, workers and equipment with operators shall remain o utside these designated non -access areas at all times during demolition operations or at any time the area is subject to potential superstructure collapse.
202-3.06 Removal of Substructures. The Contractor shall demolish and remove existing substructures
in accordance with the contract documents. A substructure is defined as that part of a structure below the superstructure, such as abutments, piers, and wingwalls. The Contractor shall com ply with the appropriate construction details specified in Section 203 Excavation and Embankment . Excavations shall be dewatered and kept free from water, snow and ice as necessary. If excavation protection is necessary to protect structures or other improvements, or if the alternatives of laying back slopes or benching are not available, the support system shall be as indicated in the contract documents. Sheeting or piling shown in the contract documents which is integral with the substructure and is designated to remain in place shall be cut off at the elevations shown. If indicated in the contract documents, existing sheeting or piling shall be extracte d. The Contractor may, with the permission of the Engineer, extract sheeting or piling not shown to be extracted or designated to remain in place rather than cutting it off at the elevations shown on the plans, at no additional cost to the State. Resulting holes shall be backfilled with suitable material placed in lifts and compacted, and the area regraded.
202-3.07 Removal of Steel Supported Structural Slabs. The Contractor shall remove steel supported
structural slabs in accordance with the contract documents. All concrete and other materials carried by the supporting steel members of the superstructure shall be removed unless the plans specifically indicat e removal under another item or that the material is to remain in place. Prior to beginning removal operations, the Contractor shall mark the location of the existing primary structural steel members on the
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NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Sections 200 - 599 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (USC) January 1, 202 4 Volume 2 surface of the slab. Prior to beginning any sawcutting of the structural slab in order to facilitate removal, the Contractor shall mark the edges of existing structural steel members in contact with the bottom of the slab on the slab surface, or make othe r adequate provisions approved by the Engineer to prevent damage to the underlying structural steel. The Contractor shall protect existing structural steel while removing steel supported structural slabs. Nicks or gouges in existing structural steel to remain caused by demolition operations shall be reviewed by the DCES and the Contractor shall repair tho se damages in accordance with the Steel Construction Manual (SCM) and the direction of the DCES. All unpainted structural steel surfaces exposed by concrete removal, against which new concrete will be subsequently placed, shall be cleaned sufficiently to ensure proper bond between the steel and concrete.
A.Removal of Steel Supported Structural Slabs with Shear Connectors. The Contractor shall remove all existing spiral shear connectors, so that the remaining cut surface is a maximum 3/4 inch from the surface of the structural steel. Spirals shall be cut in such a manner that the structural steel to remain is not damaged. The Contractor shall retain existing shear studs undamaged. Existing shear studs removed or damaged during removal of structural slabs, shall be replaced by the Contractor in accordance with the provisions of the SCM, Section 7, Part C Stud Welding , at no additional cost to the State. The Demolition Plan for the removal of steel supported structural slabs with shear connectors shall be either of two types, as described below:
1.Removal of Steel Supported Structural Slab (with shear connectors) – Type A . Under this type, the Demolition Plan for the structural slab removal need not be sealed by a Professional Engineer.
2.Removal of Steel Supported Structural Slab (with shear connectors) – Type B. Under this type, due to the increased risks of structural instability in this type of removal, the Demolition Plan for the structural slab removal shall be prepared, sealed, and checked by a Professional Engineer.
B.Removal of Steel Supported Structural Slabs without Shear Connectors. The Contractor shall remove steel supported structural slabs in accordance with the contract documents. Installation of new shear studs, if required, will be paid for separately. The Demolition Plan for the removal of steel supported structural slabs without shear connectors shall be either of two types, as described below:
1.Removal of Steel Supported Structural Slab (without shear connectors) – Type A. Under this type, the Demolition Plan for the structural slab removal need not be sealed by a Professional Engineer.
2.Removal of Steel Supported Structural Slab (without shear connectors) – Type B. Under this type, due to the increased risks of structural instability in this type of removal, the Demolition Plan for the structural slab removal shall be prepared, sealed, and checked by a Professional Engineer.
202-3.08 Removal of Concrete Superstructure Supported Concrete Slabs. Concrete slabs shall be
removed to expose the tops of the prestressed concrete beams and diaphragms while retaining the tie -in bar reinforcement, which is precast into the prestressed concrete beam and diaphragms. All other reinforcement and wire mesh shal l be removed. The concrete slab shall be removed with chipping hammers not exceeding 40 lbs in weight with the bit removed. The Contractor shall exercise care during
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NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Sections 200 - 599 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (USC) January 1, 202 4 Volume 2 the execution of the work to avoid damaging or loosening material that is to remain. If the Contractor’s operations result in damage to concrete that is to remain, the Contractor shall stop work and make immediate corrections at no additional cost to the S tate. Any damage caused by the Contractor’s operations to material that is to remain shall be repaired or replaced. If the concrete superstructure to remain is cut, or otherwise damaged by Contractor operations, the Contractor shall stop work immediately until a repair procedure is approved by the DCES. The Contractor may request in writing to the DCES, to mill the top of the deck to a maximum depth of 2 inches, or until the top mat of reinforcing is exposed, whichever is less. The request shall include the specifications for the piece of equipment to be utilized.
A.Removal of Concrete Superstructure Supported Concrete Slab with Shear Connectors. The Contractor shall remove concrete superstructure supported concrete slabs in accordance with the contract documents in such a way that the shear connectors to remain are undamaged. Any damage caused by Contractor operations to shear connectors to rema in shall be replaced by a method approved by the DCES at no additional cost to the State.
B.Removal of Concrete Superstructure Supported Concrete Slab without Shear Connectors. The Contractor shall remove the concrete superstructure supported concrete slab in accordance with the contract documents.
202-4 Method of Measurement .
202-4.01 General. Vacant.
202-4.02 Disposal of Buildings. The work under disposal of buildings will be measured for payment on
a lump sum basis for a specific building.
202-4.03 Relocation of Buildings. The work under relocation of buildings will be measured for payment
on a lump sum basis for a specific building.
202-4.04 Dismantling and Storage of Superstructures. The work under dismantling and storage of
superstructures will be measured for payment on a lump sum basis for a specific superstructure.
202-4.05 Removal of Superstructures. The work under removal of superstructures will be measured for
payment on a lump sum basis for a specific superstructure.
202-4.06 Removal of Substructures. The quantity of removal of substructures to be measured for
payment will be in cubic yards measured to the nearest whole cubic yard, computed from the payment lines.
202-4.07 Removal of Steel Supported Structural Slab. The quantity to be measured for payment will
be in square feet of structural slab removed, measured to the nearest whole square foot. Measurements will not make any deductions for openings.
202-4.08 Removal of Concrete Superstructure Supported Concrete Slab. The quantity to be measured
for payment will be in square feet of structural slab removed, measured to the nearest whole square foot.
202-5 Basis of Payment .
202-5.01 General. Vacant.
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NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Sections 200 - 599 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (USC) January 1, 202 4 Volume 2 202-5.02 Disposal of Buildings. The lump sum price bid shall include the cost of all labor, materials and equipment necessary to satisfactorily complete the work. Progress payments will be made monthly in proportion to the amount of work completed. Suitable or select material obtained from other than the demolition site and used to fill foundation holes, and surface restoration will be paid for separately. Water used for dust control or compaction will be paid for separately if a contract pay item f or water is included in the contract. Closure of basement petroleum storage tanks will be paid for separately if regulations require the tank to be closed. The cost of asbestos removal, abatement, and disposal will be paid for separately. The cost of extermination shall be included in the lump sum price bid if the contract documents indicate that extermination work is required, otherwise it will be considered extra work.
202-5.03 Relocation of Buildings. The lump sum price bid shall include the cost of all labor, materials,
and equipment necessary to satisfactorily complete the work, including excavation necessary at the old or the new building site and water used for dust control or compaction if a cont ract pay item for water is not included in the original contract bid documents. Extermination shall be included in the lump sum price bid if the original contract bid documents indicate that extermination work is required. Progre ss payments will be made monthly in proportion to the amount of work completed. If a property owner, upon agreement with the Department, removes the building, the Contractor will be paid 20% of the bid price for demolition of the existing foundation, walks and other facilities. Suitable or select material obtained from other than the demolition site and used to fill foundation holes, and surface restoration will be paid for separately. The work of reconnecting and providing services for the relocated building at its new site will be paid for separately.
202-5.04 Dismantling and Storage of Superstructures. The lump sum price bid shall include the cost
of all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to satisfactorily complete the work. Progress payments will be made in proportion to the amount of work completed. The cost of paint waste disposal will be pa id for separately.
202-5.05 Removal of Superstructures. The lump sum price bid shall include the cost of all labor,
materials, and equipment necessary to satisfactorily complete the work. Progress payments will be made in proportion to the amount of work completed. The cost of paint waste disposal will be pa id for separately.
202-5.06 Removal of Substructures. The unit price bid shall include the cost of furnishing all labor,
materials, and equipment necessary to satisfactorily complete the work. Excavation and excavation protection required to access portions of the substructure for removal will be paid for separately. Material obtained from other than the demolition site and used to fill substructure holes and surface restoration will be paid for separately. Water used for dust control or compaction will be paid for separately if a contract pay item for water is includ ed in the contract. The cost of asbestos removal, abatement, and disposal will be paid for separately.
202-5.07 Removal of Steel Supported Structural Slabs. The unit price bid shall include the cost of all
labor, materials and equipment necessary to satisfactorily complete the work, including any sawcutting performed in order to facilitate removal.
202-5.08 Removal of Concrete Superstructure Supported Concrete Slabs. The unit price bid shall
include the cost of all labor, materials and equipment necessary to satisfactorily complete the work, including any sawcutting performed in order to facilitate removal. No additional payment will be made for removals, repairs or re placements made necessary due to the Contractor’s operations.
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NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Sections 200 - 599 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (USC) January 1, 202 4 Volume 2 Payment will be made under: Item No. Item Pay Unit 202.01nnnn Disposal of Buildings Lump Sum 202.03nnnn Relocating Buildings Lump Sum 202.11nnnn Dismantling and Storing Existing Superstructures Lump Sum 202.12nnnn Removing Existing Superstructures Lump Sum 202.19 Removal of Substructures Cubic Yard 202.2201 Removal of Steel Supported Structural Slabs (with shear connectors) – Type A Square Foot 202.2202 Removal of Steel Supported Structural Slabs (with shear connectors) – Type B Square Foot 202.2301 Removal of Steel Supported Structural Slabs (without shear connectors) – Type A Square Foot 202.2302 Removal of Steel Supported Structural Slabs (without shear connectors) – Type B Square Foot 202.24 Removal of Concrete Superstructure Supported Concrete Slabs (with shear connectors) Square Foot 202.25 Removal of Concrete Superstructure Supported Concrete Slabs (without shear connectors) Square Foot NOTE: nnnn denotes serialized pay item for each building or structure. SECTION 203 - EXCAVATION AND EMBANKMENT (Last Revised January 20 20)
203-1 DESCRIPTION. This work shall consist of excavation, disposal, placement and compaction of all
materials that are not provided for under another section of these Specifications, and shall be executed in conformance with payment lines, grades, thicknesses and typical sections specified in the contract documents.
203-1.01 Definitions.
A.Unclassified Excavation. Unclassified excavation shall consist of the excavation and disposal of all materials, of any description, encountered in the course of construction, unless otherwise specified in the contract. Estimated limits and descriptions of subsurface deposits and f ormations which may be shown in the contract documents are supplied as a part of Base Line Data.
B.Embankment. The embankment is the portion of a fill section situated between the embankment foundation and the subgrade surface, excluding any material placed under another section of these specifications.
C.Embankment Foundation. The embankment foundation is the surface upon which an embankment is constructed after all work required under §203 -3.03A. Embankment Foundation has been completed.
D.Subgrade Surface. The subgrade surface is the surface of the road section upon which the select materials and/or subbase are placed.
E.Subgrade Area. The subgrade area is that portion of an embankment situated above either of the following, but excluding any material placed under another section of these specifications.
Source: New York Standard Specifications, 2024 Edition. Pages 10–20 of 1,264.