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    Existing Log Construction - 30min Horizontal Assembly

    I am looking into a change of occupancy for an existing 4000sf 2 story log building. Currently is B occupancy, and owner is looking to convert to a Hostel, type R-1. Location is in Oregon and applicable code is OSSC. It is clear that a sprinkler system will need to be installed and that sleeping...
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    Windows next to Firewalls 706.5

    Per 706.5 it seems the only way to terminate the firewall at the exterior wall and have windows within 4' of the firewall is to sprinkler the building that will have the window within 4'. I am working on non-sprinklered townhomes and they are designed to have the openings within 4'. I think the...
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