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    2510 LATHING AND FURRING FOR CEMENT PLASTER (STUCCO)

    Plaster finish over foam insulation over solid backing in moist climates. EIFS is a plaster system also covered by CH25.
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    Plan Review, The Balancing Act

    Yes, agreereviewers should focus on the code compliance. Personal beliefs /feelings do not belong in a contract unless required for code compliance. Permit reviewrs should not use the permit review to assume liability for the changes to the contract design professionals have sealed.
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    2510 LATHING AND FURRING FOR CEMENT PLASTER (STUCCO)

    In moist climates it appears the building code requires solid backing for exterior stucco (plywood/osb) Gyp products like densglass sheathing will not comply?
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    2510 LATHING AND FURRING FOR CEMENT PLASTER (STUCCO)

    Need the forum stucco experts... For an exterior stucco venerer wall (moist climate); over 1.5" closed cell foam; over metal studs 16" o.c.: 2510.5 Backing. 2510.5.1 requires solid backing. 2510.5.2.1 Gypsum lath or gypsum wallboard shall not be used as a backing for cement plaster. 2510.5.2.2...
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    Aerial Fire Apparatus Access Roads Proximity to Building

    Does the IFC or NFPA codes ever require 2 fire apparatus access points (2 entry drives @property boundary) to a property for buildings over 32' ht? Or does the IFC or NFPA require 2 FIRE APPARATUS ACCESS ROADS. I interpret a rectangle property with 1 boundary adjacent to ROW with 1 entry drive...
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    Aerial Fire Apparatus Access Roads Proximity to Building

    60,000sf 32' ht single story building encircled by 26' wide fire-lane w/edge 24' away from structure. The provided firelane entry is @ street ROW. Fire department wants another 452'lf access road @ street ROW 90' away from the structure running parrallel to a provided fire lane. This additional...
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    Vehicle storage

    Yes, the code should just directly align with CFR definition to avoid confusion with interpretation. I interpret RV's are not commercial vehicles because they are not "used to transport passengers or property" The code clarifies: >"16 passengers" OR "property" IBC does recognize...
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    Exterior stair - landing and handrail concerns

    Do not need a handrail for the 1 step
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    Habitable Attic Area Calculation

    Your logic should win. The aggregate area is the total area considered to be 'habitable attic' which includes within definition 'habitable space'. 'Habitable space' defines the area which is not calculated for the space. The 'story' and 'attic' requirements for safety are different with...
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    "Change Of Use": original permit vs. latest code - change of "USE"

    Similar situation; client buys hotel that has 30% converted to apartments. Converts up to 80% apartments and gets building CO -1992 and fire department inspections every 1-2 years after. Code inspector comes by and looks into window while appliances being replaced with new in 2019. Issues a...
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    Feds Going Green

    Problem with the private sector is that budget limits how green a building can be realized: No problem with fed buildings since there is no respect for budget of our tax dollars. Climate "scientist" providing future psychic readings, basically creating the AGW superstition to leverage for cash...
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    Church Steeple

    https://www.13newsnow.com/article/news/local/mycity/virginia-beach/steeple-virginia-beach-ian-galilee-church/291-0fa1a187-e297-4713-a43a-8f9a4d12a29b Pray Rev Wayne in Florida was blessed with the best outcome from this disaster.
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    Waffle irons

    Valid point; definitely people out there stupid enough to turn a waffle iron into a hazard. I see the question is what level of stupid cutoff building codes should protect.
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    Overhead collision with garage gate

    Year ago?...possible you can Ignore the bill, ghost the building manager, then do not sign for any certified mail. Without signage, it's a trap, you were setup. Also avoid court servers.
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    IBC 2015 Table 508.4 - what am I missing?

    B occupancy print shop that sells signs, trophies, and will print copies of your book report too. The print tech now is making semantics outta everything. I understand what you are saying, but F1 is the same fire hazard as B. Thinking now the stratum of print shop hazard below the H occupancy...
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    IBC 2015 Table 508.4 - what am I missing?

    Thanks Steveray, but the terms low & moderate are what now giving me scruples since RLGA's B occ comment of a higher fire load than F-2 occ. Yet F-1 hazard is comparable to Group B. Metal is listed in both F occupancies: F-1 Metals F-2 Metal product (fabrication and assembly) B occupancy...
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    IBC 2015 Table 508.4 - what am I missing?

    Moderate-Hazard factory Industrial, Group F-1 Low-Hazard factory Industrial, Group F-2 Is 'hazard' related to fire load? Is a low hazard > moderate hazard? Is a change of occupancy from F-2 to F-1 a change to a less hazardous occupancy? Thanks for any enlightenment!
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    2603.7 Foam plastic insulation used as interior finish

    Thanks! "or" always gives me pause... Still trying to find a foam product for an interior finish @existing building that will increase R-value and complies with IBC Ch26. I found this product marketed for exposed interior application by a reputable known manufacturer...But cannot confirm...
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    2603.7 Foam plastic insulation used as interior finish

    Is an insulation product acceptable that complies with 2603.7 & 2603.7.2 but does not comply with 2603.7.1 & 2603.7.3 acceptable to use? 2603.7 Foam plastic insulation used as interior finish or interior trim in plenums. Foam plastic insulation used as interior wall or ceiling finish or as...
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    LA Gender Neutral restroom - what determines if they need to be added (not just relabel existing ones as GN)

    Yikes makes a good point. I think you can parse the word 'separate' and interpret according to your own belief system. Problem is; all beliefs are equal but some people's beliefs are more equal.
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    Credentials to review and inspect questioned?

    Got a big ole massage chair that is plug & play. I ain't getting a permit.
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    Unreasonable Records Request

    Provide them location of data. Print out all the owner addresses in the city.
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    Old elementary turned Religious Education Building

    If existing E occupancy, then E occupancy with classroom occupant calc. Adult function rental limited to same. A3 option would be more flexible.
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    Mezzanine vs. 2nd floor

    Single story with an occupiable attic. Attic has specific code requirements. The area is within the exterior walls or within the horizontal projection of the roof.
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    Fire Sprinkler for A Duplex?

    May be an intended condition of the variance mentioned in the original post. Whatever the case, a free sprinkler courtesy of architects stupidity looking like a solid logical solution here.
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