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what to do if old building can't meet current IBC...

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...not even close. For example 420.4 requires a sprinkler system for the R-1 occupancy and this building doesn't have a sprinkler system.

This building was built in the early 20th century and has undergone a few alterations, most notably in the early 1980s.

Construction type is VB. It is 4 stories and the the square footage is about 4x that which is allowed.

What to do? Is there a way to use the IEBC to justify the extensive alterations that the client is wanting to undertake?
 
You don't need to meet current IBC (likely)...If you are remodeling you would (likely) follow the IEBC or whatever your jurisdiction has for maintenance type codes....
 
Has the jurisdiction the building is in adopted the IEBC? New work will generally have to meet the IBC, but many existing conditions can remain. Sprinklers might be required if the work area (reconfigured spaces) exceeds 50% of the total area.
 
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