bulc_set_output_settings · BULC Building Designer MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What bulc_set_output_settings does on BULC Building Designer

AI agents use bulc_set_output_settings to create or update resources in BULC Building Designer — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your BULC Building Designer environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why bulc_set_output_settings needs a policy

This tool modifies FDS (Fire Dynamics Simulator) output configuration settings, which are reversible changes to simulation parameters rather than irreversible deletions or destructive operations. It aligns with Write category as it creates or modifies data (output settings) without side effects comparable to Execute or Destructive actions.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'bulc_set_output_settings' and description 'Configure FDS output settings for visualization data' indicate modification of simulation configuration parameters.

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Verdict

bulc_set_output_settings Rate-limited

bulc_set_output_settings stays usable, but capped — an agent stuck in a loop can't make hundreds of changes a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "bulc_set_output_settings": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "bulc_set_output_settings_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches BULC Building Designer, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about bulc_set_output_settings

What does the bulc_set_output_settings tool do? +

Configure FDS output settings for visualization data. It is categorised as a Write tool in the BULC Building Designer MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on bulc_set_output_settings? +

Register the BULC Building Designer MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for bulc_set_output_settings: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches BULC Building Designer. Nothing to install.

What risk level is bulc_set_output_settings? +

bulc_set_output_settings is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit bulc_set_output_settings? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the bulc_set_output_settings rule in your PolicyLayer policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block bulc_set_output_settings completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for bulc_set_output_settings. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides bulc_set_output_settings? +

bulc_set_output_settings is provided by the BULC Building Designer MCP server (using76/bulc_mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.