used for loads up to 75psf and is intended for use by stone masons. Sidewalk Bridge for buildings 100ft or more in height shall be designed for a live load of 300psf. For buildings under 100ft in height, the minimum sidewalk bridge design live load is 150psf and no storage is permitted. If the B-S-A approved sidewalk bridge design is utilized, you must verify that the shed is within the scope of the design by ensuring that a height does not exceed maximum height.Width does not exceed maximum width.Parapet does not exceed the height limit.Details/connections are in full compliance.If a scaffold is sitting on a sidewalk bridge the B-S-A design does not apply.Sidewalk bridges must be designed for live loads in addition to imposed loads from the scaffold

4. NYC Building Code Requirements for Sidewalk Shed Construction: Sidewalk Bridge must be erected and utilized in accordance with the NYC Building Code. NYC DOB provides a permit when a sidewalk bridge must be constructed. A shed is required when new construction is over 40ft and the distance from the face of the building to the inner edge of the walkway is less than half the height of the new building. The demolished structure is over 25ft and the distance from the face of the building to the inner edge of the walkway is less than half the height of the new building material or debris is to be moved over a sidewalk by a crane or hoist