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Storage Rooms

kiwijbob

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So as far as I can ascertain '3.3.4.3. storage rooms' refers only to storage rooms in a residential occupancy, 3.3.2.16. covers storage rooms in an assembly occupancy so if the storage room does not contain flammable liquids and/or combustible liquids no rating is required in an assembly occupancy that is sprinklered throughout.

Any thoughts?
 
You are correct. In general, storage rooms do not need a fire resistance rating. There is one fly in the ointment: the Fire Code. Depending on what is stored and if the building is sprinklered, it can drive a fire rating as well. Normally, we don't have to worry about it because it deals with large quantities of hazardous goods, but it could become an issue in larger industrial occupancies.
 
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