Interactive calculator for means of egress using 2024 IBC Section 1005, Table 1020.3, and Section 1010.1.1 for doors.

Oct 17, 2009 · R-2: "Residential occupancies containing more than two dwelling units" If each townhouse is a seperate structure, than it only contains one dwelling unit. That makes it R-3, yes?

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Mar 15, 2022 · 2015 IBC, table 1004.1.2, what does a s-1 storage occupancy (repair garage with ordinary hazard) fall under for the occupant load factor? im thinking industrial at 200 sf per person

Oct 22, 2009 · Around here we never use NFPA 101 but it has come to my attention that NFPA 101 requires a 2 1/4" min clearance from the wall to the handrail. Is this a type-o with NFPA? We have …

Oct 5, 2023 · The IBC definition of "building": [A] BUILDING. Any structure utilized or intended for supporting or sheltering any occupancy. Since this canopy doesn't appear to be an extension of the …

Dec 7, 2010 · I'm working on the design of a three story apartment building for seniors. The local jurisdiction recently adopted the 2009 IBC and is insisting that I provide two-way communication at …

Feb 12, 2021 · IBC 424.1: Children's Play Structures inside all occupancies covered by this code that exceed 10 feet in height and 150 sq. feet in area shall comply with 424.2 through 424.5. IBC 1004.5 …

Apr 18, 2021 · I'm an architect who unfortunately doesn't get a lot of new commercial construction projects so it's been a while since I had to calculate allowable area. I use the NJ Edition of the 2018 …

Sep 6, 2011 · According to the IBC Commentary (2009 version), if you meet the provisions as Leo has noted, the shaft is not required to be rated. Read the commentary for section 708.14 on elevator, …