Hello all,
I am planning a specific project that includes a "hangar home". A small aircraft hangar attached to a house. It is very much like a garage, just larger (around 2000 sqft). The IBC does address this situation, but I have some questions on the fire barrier requirements.
412.4.1 Fire separation. A hangar shall not be attached to a dwelling unless separated by a fire barrier having a fire- resistance rating of not less than 1 hour. Such separation shall be continuous from the foundation to the underside of the roof and unpierced except for doors leading to the dwelling unit. Doors into the dwelling unit shall be equipped with self-closing devices and conform to the requirements of Section 716 with a noncombustible raised sill not less than 4 inches (102 mm) in height. Openings from a hangar directly into a room used for sleeping purposes shall not be permitted.
What is recommended to accomplish this 1 hour fire barrier? The construction materials are similar to a typical garage (stick and sheet rock). My concern is making the barrier continue into the ceiling. Can the fire barrier go around the structure for the roof trusses?
Looking for any advice to keep this from adding unnecessary expenses.
It seems unnecessary to do this as it is basically a larger garage.
Any input is appreciated.
Thanks
I am planning a specific project that includes a "hangar home". A small aircraft hangar attached to a house. It is very much like a garage, just larger (around 2000 sqft). The IBC does address this situation, but I have some questions on the fire barrier requirements.
412.4.1 Fire separation. A hangar shall not be attached to a dwelling unless separated by a fire barrier having a fire- resistance rating of not less than 1 hour. Such separation shall be continuous from the foundation to the underside of the roof and unpierced except for doors leading to the dwelling unit. Doors into the dwelling unit shall be equipped with self-closing devices and conform to the requirements of Section 716 with a noncombustible raised sill not less than 4 inches (102 mm) in height. Openings from a hangar directly into a room used for sleeping purposes shall not be permitted.
What is recommended to accomplish this 1 hour fire barrier? The construction materials are similar to a typical garage (stick and sheet rock). My concern is making the barrier continue into the ceiling. Can the fire barrier go around the structure for the roof trusses?
Looking for any advice to keep this from adding unnecessary expenses.
It seems unnecessary to do this as it is basically a larger garage.
Any input is appreciated.
Thanks