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    treated wood code question

    the NJ IRC has a section re: building in flood zones. It states "preservative treated lumber" is required. In lieu of "pressure treated" wood I want to use the existing floor joist which are 1/2 way below the flood (BFE) and just treat them with "Borate". This is acceptable to FEMA standards...
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