hughdint
Member
I have a question regarding different versions of ANSI A117.1 and want to see what others think.
Georgia uses the 2003 edition of this code (adopted in 2014) and NC uses adopted the 2009 version (adopted in 2013).
We do projects in both states so I am keenly aware of differences in these two codes.
Significantly the width and interpretation of what a "U-shaped kitchen" is in the "Dwelling Units" chapter.
There are other differences as well regarding roll-in showers, etc.
We want to be compliant but also need to use the code as it is intended and the proper interpretation for each jurisdiction.
We would want to apply the newer code when the changes are "clarifications" to what was intended all along, but not necessarily when the newer code applies to real "changes" to the code.
These differences in the reasons behind the editions are not indicated so often we are stuck without knowing how to proceed without applying the most strict interpretation that we have ever read.
To compound this many projects that we do also have to comply with UFAS which has contradictory information as well (often time the 18" CL min form a wall to a toilet is indicated as a, 18" max.)
We know when more than one code applies that we should apply the most strict one, but which is more strict; having the toilet closer to the wall or farther away?
FYI-these are residential apartments.
Georgia uses the 2003 edition of this code (adopted in 2014) and NC uses adopted the 2009 version (adopted in 2013).
We do projects in both states so I am keenly aware of differences in these two codes.
Significantly the width and interpretation of what a "U-shaped kitchen" is in the "Dwelling Units" chapter.
There are other differences as well regarding roll-in showers, etc.
We want to be compliant but also need to use the code as it is intended and the proper interpretation for each jurisdiction.
We would want to apply the newer code when the changes are "clarifications" to what was intended all along, but not necessarily when the newer code applies to real "changes" to the code.
These differences in the reasons behind the editions are not indicated so often we are stuck without knowing how to proceed without applying the most strict interpretation that we have ever read.
To compound this many projects that we do also have to comply with UFAS which has contradictory information as well (often time the 18" CL min form a wall to a toilet is indicated as a, 18" max.)
We know when more than one code applies that we should apply the most strict one, but which is more strict; having the toilet closer to the wall or farther away?
FYI-these are residential apartments.