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TM-2 for BESS in NYC: FDNY COA Requirements

TM-2 is the FDNY application form used to request a Certificate of Approval for battery energy storage systems in New York City. This guide explains how TM-2, COA, TM-1, DOB review, UL testing, installation categories, and site approvals fit together, and why documented product safety affects NYC BESS deployment.