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  1. Builder Bob

    Calculating opening protection on modulated walls

    In a bad sense , yes the further away from the property line the greater the % of openings required.... otherwise, the AHJ may use the most restrictive and apply it to the entire wall facing the property line -
  2. Builder Bob

    School Security

    It would seem that the 2018 IBC un-amended may prohibit changes or alterations to hardware on doors.
  3. Builder Bob

    Occupiable space versus travel distance

    spaces with single means of egress may be limited in size.........
  4. Builder Bob

    Occupancy Classification

    F-1 , the products used in cooking may be a higher hazard than most B occupancies - flour / coffee creamers/ etc. , natural gas, and cooking are just a few example why it should be classified as an F-1.
  5. Builder Bob

    Old Code Interpretation

    1981 SBCCI did not have the requirements for "any" handrails in section 503 stadium- - The steps are not considered a stairway since it does not connect one story to another in a building - thus the handrail provisions were not required.
  6. Builder Bob

    Demising wall fire rating

    Depends is the best answer.... Not enough info ---- Kinda like saying I got a pet.......... Pertinent questions could be Cat/Dog/ Breed/ AKC/ etc.
  7. Builder Bob

    Kitchen Exhaust Through Exterior Wall

    Rgrace, Glad somebody has done something progressive to resolve this conflict in the code for years.
  8. Builder Bob

    Any exemptions for utility cabinets for utility providers?

    That would be a great question for the electrical engineer of record.
  9. Builder Bob

    Kitchen Exhaust Through Exterior Wall

    The IMC is clear - the Duct work has to be 18" away from combustibles just like the hood - So technically, a kitchen hood and kitchen equipment can be placed against combustible construction as long as clearance reduction of the IMC or Manufacturer's installation guides are met. No different...
  10. Builder Bob

    Marijuana Industry

    A good old Doobie Brother - Good to hear from you - Glad you are still on the cutting edge -
  11. Builder Bob

    Calculated Fire Resistant - Swap out Timber with Equivalent Sistered 2X?

    NO - when a fire occurs, the metal heats up and chars the member that the nail or fastener in tid into - which loses strength and pulls out. Also humidity and temperature fluctuations will slowly pull the nails out or as the lumber dries out, the nails may pull out - Have you never seen a nail...
  12. Builder Bob

    Exterior Exit Stair closer than 10' to a lot line?

    Does it meet the requirements of 1403.4? Which makes you go to section 706 and reference 602 for fire separation distance.
  13. Builder Bob

    Fire Separation Distance

    Unless you are using the one building concept, then you would have to meet the requirements of T602 for fire separation distance.
  14. Builder Bob

    Happy "T" Day

    To each and All, Happy Thanksgiving to you - I am truly blessed to be here..... I hope you feel blessed and fortunate to be here as well.
  15. Builder Bob

    How do you verify permit applications are outside the SFHA?

    the last building department I worked for,, required a firmette to be signed and sealed by a land surveyor to ensure the house was outside any flood plains if the GIS flood plain overlay touched the property.
  16. Builder Bob

    Solar array placement Q.

    This is the strength of the Forum, We all have different levels of exposure to different codes. Although I am a MCP, I would never claim to be a plumber, electrician, Mechanical Contractor, or even a decent builder/framer. I am an old firefighter who has had the opportunity in thirty years to...
  17. Builder Bob

    Is there a maximum distance between an elevator and a dwelling unit, for example?

    unless the elevator is required for an accessible route for egress, the travel distance may be limited by area of refuge requirements - 1009.6 which refers you to 1017.1
  18. Builder Bob

    Fire Sprinklers at covered canopy with temporary enclosure?

    Be sure to Look at the Fire Codes -
  19. Builder Bob

    masonry piers...filled?

    I believe the width to height ratio kicks in the requirement for grout filled blocks/ piers. However, this is also closely regulated by seismic design category - Also, codes 20 years ago may not cover seismic design considerations
  20. Builder Bob

    BALCONY PROJECTION AT FIRE WALL

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