2799.1 The provisions of 17 DCMR § 2699 and the definitions set forth in that section shall be incorporated by reference in this section.

2799.2 When used in this chapter, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings ascribed:

Garage door systems – the interconnected components that operate the garage door, including the spring and track system and the garage door opener.

Plumbing fixture – the piece that is connected to plumbing system that allows for the carrying or drainage of water through a building.

Sewer backup – an occurrence when wastewater and sewage flow back into a home through drains, faucets, and toilets, instead of draining away from it, which can happen if there is a blockage in the sewer pipes or heavy rains that fill up the sewer system beyond capacity.

SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 52 DCR 6998 (July 29, 2005); as amended by Final Rulemaking published at 72 DCR 013205 (November 28, 2025).