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    Change in Occupancy

    Chapter 10 of the IEBC explicitly states that a change of occupancy requires an automatic sprinkler system. I have a situation where both the existing classification and the new classification would normally not trigger sprinklers in the eyes of the IBC, however the IEBC sort of tells me that...
    • rustyinc8
    • Thread
    • #change in occupancy classification automatic sprinkler system change of use sprinkler protection
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Existing Buildings Codes
  2. F

    Toilet Rooms and Circulation serving both A-2 and B spaces

    For a project under WI code (Modified IBC codes) I have a building which contains (2) currently separated occupancies (A-2 and S-2), each operating indepently. This building is physically connected to another building, which only has B occupancy. (We'll say each is only 1 story and the same type...
  3. B

    Appeal of Sprinkler System

    Background: We are working on a project that is on the 2017 Ohio Building Code and is reviewed by the State (no local BD/AHJ). The project is completed using Chapter 3401.1.1 Compliance Path 2. The project is an existing mixed use structure with R-1 rooms and three A-2 Assembly areas...
  4. D

    Does the code require a certificate of occupancy when changing from 3 to 4 units?

    In Philadelphia, in 2021, previous owner, secured a zoning permit to change from three units to four units in a residential apartment building. The previous owner never pursued a certificate of occupancy, or an updated rental license, stating that the building is now suitable to rent for four...
    • deshunda0
    • Thread
    • certificate of occupancy change of occupancy change of use l&i philadelphia sprinkler requirement
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Pennsylvania
  5. A

    Why aren't stairs in a 200 year old house grandfathered?

    I would very much appreciate some help. We have dormered out 1/2 of a 3rd floor attic space in a 200 year old house for my husband to use as his home office. We were granted a building permit for that, but the code enforcement is now asking us to rebuild the stairs to the attic (which are...
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