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    Non-separated Occupancy for E and I-4

    Hey all! This is my first time posting, so thank you in advance for your help. I am located in California. I have a 6795 SF building we are using as day care. Since the new code change, some of the classrooms are now required to be considered as I-4. The building qualifies to be considered...
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    Separated vs. Non-Separated Occupancies

    The State of Florida recently issued a Declaratory Statement on Section 6.1.14.4 of the Florida Fire Prevention Code. (excerpt below) The Petition requests a determination as to: 1) Whether the proposed buildings must be considered mixed occupancy or separate occupancy if the building plans...
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    Separated mixed use requirements

    We are designing an addition to an existing school. There are 2 existing structures: a 2 story elementary and single story gymnasium...both are type IIB unsprinkled building. We are adding a building in between the 2 and connecting them all with doors. The new building will house meeting...
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