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    Mixed use R-2 & Type 5B NFPA requirements? 13D vs 13R

    Hi everyone, I'm in the process of building a farmer's market (small prep kitchen but no stove/range, no Type I or II hood system, etc.) on my farm parcel in Michigan. My husband was my builder but has walked off the project out of spite as we'll be getting divorced after he became physical...
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    R-2 Egress Balcony to Sprinkle or Not to Sprinkle

    With a two-story Type VB, R-2, egress balcony with a roof/floor ceiling, does 2018-IBC Section 903.3.1.2.1-2 NFPA 13R-Balconies, Decks, Open Corridors require sprinkling? I thought it was applicable at the 2nd story egress balcony at a minimum during my plan review. Sprinkler Contractor and...
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