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  1. M

    Windows In Bedrooms

    Hi there - first time posting, working with IBC 2021 I have a historic building in the city limits that we are turning into apartments. There are two units that are currently situated on the interior of the building with no access to windows. According to section 1031, it doesn't look like I...
  2. Stone Bow Studios

    Standpipe in R-1 occupancy _ 2009 IBC

    I am doing a Performance Compliance Method - 2009 IEBC, for a Historic home (& former monastery) renovation to a Bed & Breakfast. It is a 3-story building (with attic & basement) & the 3rd floor is within the 30ft height from grade / fire department vehicle access. 2009 IBC 905.3 shows an...
  3. Jack Applegate

    Historic School converted to R-2 Apartments

    I am working on a question session as part of RFP process and would love some opinions. Applicable codes would be the 2015 IEBC and IBC. A three story historical building which was previously used as a public school is proposed to be converted into apartments. The building is three stories...
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