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vapor barrier

  1. jar546

    Roof Ceiling Construction Chapter 8 of the 2021 IRC Question

    Per Section R806.5 of the 2021 IRC, when a vapor retarder is installed on the ceiling side of unvented attic assemblies, what minimum requirement is stipulated regarding the air-impermeable insulation applied in direct contact with the underside of the structural roof sheathing?
  2. BayPointArchitect

    Crawl space - absent vapor barrier

    Given: I am not the AHJ but the designer for this project. Applicable code: 2012 IRC R408 Contractor/developer wants to have only three large vents for the crawl space where highlighted in orange. None of these are located within 3 feet of the building corners. Building location is in the most...
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