Roof openings adjacent to fire wall

[George McGerd]

IBC 2012, Chapter 706.6 - My understanding is that if the firewall extents a minimum of 30" above both adjacent roofs, then there is no restriction on putting roof openings close to a firewall (e.g. less than 4 feet from the wall). If the firewall does not extent at least 30" above both roofs, then no openings can be located within 4ft. of the wall, in addition to the other provisions of whichever exception (i.e. 2,3 or 4) you are using, which are also applicable. Correct?

 

[fatboy]

Assuming roofs at same level, you are correct.

 

[steveray]

Sounds about right....as long as the roofs are at the same height and you are not talking about a stepped building...

 

[George McGerd]

Yes, roofs are at the same height, and it's not a stepped building. Thanks.