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Original Request

  • Request ID: 8482
  • Requested By: G Michael Starks
  • Requester E-Mail: mstarks@in-spexllc.com
  • Code Version: 2017
  • Code: EXTBLDG
  • Code Description:
  • Chapter: Chapter 3 Provisions for all Compliance Methods
  • Section: 302
  • Topic: replacement windows
  • Question: Is it the intent of Section 302 of the FBC - Existing Buildings, 6th Edition to permit the omission of water-resistance flashing in framed openings into which the new fenestration is installed where all of the exterior cladding and water-resistance flashing has been removed prior to the new installation?
  • Comment: The new installation lacks continuity of the flashing both at the sill/jamb and the head/jamb interface. They are actively leaking in even minor rain conditions.
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Existing Interpretations and/or Declaratory Statements Related to this request

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Is it the intent of [B] 302.4 Alteration to trusses for the inspector to be able to ask for engineering from a design professional for an air handling unit installed on a change out?

Input Received:

That is not the intent of section 302, rather it is a compliment of general provisions for use in application of the Florida Building code Existing Building. Your question of new fenestration installation would be governed by section 707.4 Florida Building code Existing Buildings. I would think if a new installation leaked that the AHJ would address this issue.
Andrew Bruhn on 11/20/2020 at 7:22 PM
No, Section 302 gives guidance on use of one of the allowable 3 methods to meet the modifications to an existing building. 302.4 specifically states that like materials shall be permitted for repairs and alterations, provided no unsafe conditions is created. Water intrusion is an unsafe condition. (hazardous to the health and welfare of individuals)
Linda Patrick on 11/25/2020 at 2:05 PM

Answer:

That is not the intent of section 302, rather it is a compliment of general provisions for use in application of the Florida Building Code Existing Building. Your question of new fenestration installation would be governed by section 707.4 Florida Building code Existing Buildings.
On 12/03/2020 at 5:51 PM

Commentary:

Section 302 gives guidance on use of one of the allowable 3 methods to meet the modifications to an existing building. 302.4 specifically states that like materials shall be permitted for repairs and alterations, provided no unsafe conditions is created. Water intrusion is an unsafe condition. (hazardous to the health and welfare of individuals)

Comments on Draft:

I agree with the draft answer.
Joseph Belcher on 12/03/2020 at 5:54 PM
Looks good
Linda Patrick on 12/03/2020 at 6:03 PM
Concur with draft answer
Larry Schneider on 12/03/2020 at 6:10 PM
agree
Pedro Quintela on 12/03/2020 at 8:11 PM
Agree with draft.
Samuel Greenberg on 12/16/2020 at 5:49 PM
Publish Draft Interpretation