NYS plumbing codes related to sump pump installation and drain pits are listed below. All codes are based on the 2020 Plumbing Code of New York State. NYS defines sump pump as an automatic water pump powered by an electric motor for the removal of drainage, except raw sewage, from a sump, pit or low point.
General Regulations – Section 301 General
301.6 Prohibited locations.
- Plumbing systems shall not be located in an elevator shaft or in an elevator equipment room.
- Exception: Floor drains, sumps and sump pumps shall be permitted at the base of the shaft, provided that they are indirectly connected to the plumbing system and comply with Section 1003.4.
Sanitary Drainage – Section 712 Sumps and Ejectors
712.3 Sump design.
- The sump pump, pit and discharge ripping shall conform to the requiremens of Sections 712.3.1 through 712.3.5.
- 712.3.1 Sump pump – The sump pump capacity and head shall be appropriate to anticipated use requirements.
- 712.3.2 Sump pit – The sump pit shall be not less than 18 inches in diameter and not less than 24 inches in depth, unless otherwise approved. The pit shall be provided with access and shall be located such that all drainage flows into the pit by gravity. The sump pit shall be constructed of tile, concrete, steel, plastic or other approved materials. The pit bottom shall be solid and provide permanent support for the sump. The sump pit shall be fitted with a gastight removale cover that is installed not more than 2 inches below grade or floor level. The cover shall be adequate to support anticipated loads in the area of use. The sump pit shall be vented in accordance with Chapter 9.
