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  1. mark handler

    Who "owns" a permit?

    Inequality, is a civil issue, not a building department issue.
  2. mark handler

    Who "owns" a permit?

    A building permit belongs to the property owner. The contractor acts as an agent of the owner. Who pays for the permit is a civil issue between the property owner and their agent. We do charge to Change the parties listed on the permits.
  3. mark handler

    Lav Access

    So, we are talking about the Florida Accessibility codes.....thanks
  4. mark handler

    Large digital display array considered a wall finish & required to comply with Section 803??

    So now are we to question wood bookcases loaded with books, screwed into the wall to prevent overturn, as a finish? I think not.
  5. mark handler

    Is a synchronized double-leaf accessible?

    As long as the operating force and hardware meet the standards/code requirements, I see no issues
  6. mark handler

    Lav Access

    Which code or standard are you asking about?
  7. mark handler

    Large digital display array considered a wall finish & required to comply with Section 803??

    I would not consider a flatscreen, over gyp. bd. a finish.
  8. mark handler

    Lav Access

    Jeff What code are you using? IBC CH 11? ANSI 117? CA? FL? TX?
  9. mark handler

    Is a synchronized double-leaf accessible?

    Are they power operated, what happens if there is a loss of power?
  10. mark handler

    Large digital display array considered a wall finish & required to comply with Section 803??

    It is no more a wall covering than a flat screen tv
  11. mark handler

    Shouldn't my architect know the building use codes and not need to call zoning?

    The state of CA, allows Electronically stamped submittals.
  12. mark handler

    Swinging door at top of landing with one extra step?

    Existing or new, that extra step is still a hazard. Sliding or swinging, a step at a door, is still a Hazard.
  13. mark handler

    More glass issues

    2022 CA RESIDENTIAL CODE Z97.1—2014: Safety Glazing Materials Used in Buildings—Safety Performance Specifications and Methods of Test
  14. mark handler

    Swinging door at top of landing with one extra step?

    Based on bill1952's post above, yes. and based on other sections of the code, the step should be not more than 7-3/4 inches. Is it a good design, no. is it a trip hazard, yes. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), more than 8 million people were treated in emergency rooms for Home...
  15. mark handler

    Shouldn't my architect know the building use codes and not need to call zoning?

    That is why he needs a professional. He does not know, what he does not know. See his original post.
  16. mark handler

    Shouldn't my architect know the building use codes and not need to call zoning?

  17. mark handler

    Shouldn't my architect know the building use codes and not need to call zoning?

    People want their opinion, from your mouth... That's why this country is so messed up.
  18. mark handler

    Shouldn't my architect know the building use codes and not need to call zoning?

    ZONING CODE: Relates to land use, are you allowed to have a factory in a residential neighborhood. BUILDING CODE: deals with safety and technical related requirements such as Building systems, fire safety requirements, structural loads, maximum occupancy loads, mechanical/electrical/plumbing...
  19. mark handler

    Shouldn't my architect know the building use codes and not need to call zoning?

    We are not developers, most of us are Code Officials, Contractors and Licensed Design Professionals.
  20. mark handler

    accessory space vs under 50 Assembly in Business

    The only way to determine the Occupant load, less than 49, is to look at the room configuration/use, A room set up for Standing or rows of seating (lecture style) is not the same number of occupants as a room with tables and chairs.
  21. mark handler

    Shouldn't my architect know the building use codes and not need to call zoning?

    Have the Engineer prepare and sign the drawings for you....
  22. mark handler

    Where can I find codes on staircases in apartment buildings?

    The problem with AI, garbage in garbage out. AI can not make judgement calls, How can it interpret alternate means and methods. I does not have the ability, at this time, to deviate from written code, interpret code intent. you comply or you don't comply. Remember HAL 9000 ........
  23. mark handler

    Old codes

    https://www.libraryweb.org/~digitized/business/Code_manual_state_building_construction_1954_June_01.pdf 1954 New York State building code
  24. mark handler

    Shouldn't my architect know the building use codes and not need to call zoning?

    Matter of perspective. His Insurance Company may make the question moot.
  25. mark handler

    Truncated domes: function and location.............

    The problem is, everyone is looking at different codes. What is required in Nevada, Texas or Florida, is not the same as in CA.
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