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Deck on Roof of R-2 condominium

archclem

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nashville tn
The project is proposed as a 12 unit condominium, type 5-A construction, sprinklered NFPA13R. It will be designed under 2012 IBC. The owner is considering placing a 2,100 s.f. deck on the roof for the residents use only. It would be the only use on the roof and too large to meet the definition of an accessory use by my reading of the code. What is the use per the code and which factor is used for calculating occupancy?
 
Yes, Assembly would be my assumption as well because of the potential for gathering.
It is an open uncovered area without a specific program use so unconcentrated (15 net) should apply.
We are planning on 2 exits.
 
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