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Interpretations Request Input

Original Request

  • Request ID: 8550
  • Requested By: MITCH LIPTON
  • Requester E-Mail: MLIPTON@DAVIE-FL.GOV
  • Code Version: 2021
  • Code: RESIDENT
  • Code Description:
  • Chapter:
  • Section: 320.1
  • Topic: CLEAR OPENING OF AT LEAST ONE BATH/TOILET ROOM DOOR
  • Question: Should "clear opening" as defined in the FBC - Accessibility be used to determine the required 29" clear opening as required per section 420.1 in the FBC - Residential volume which does not define this term?
  • Comment: A 2'6" door would not comply

Existing Interpretations and/or Declaratory Statements Related to this request

Input Received:

Since this is written in the Florida Accessibility Code for Building Construction this requirement is applicable as defined with the language of the statute. To meet this you would be required to provide a minimum 32 inch door.
I agree with Larry's comment.
Yes!
Yes, Based on the referenced section/sections listed below-
R201.3Terms defined in other codes.
Where terms are not defined in this code such terms shall have the meanings ascribed in other code publications of the Florida Building Commission.

R201.4Terms not defined.
Where terms are not defined through the methods authorized by this section, such terms shall have ordinarily accepted meanings such as the context implies.

Answer:

Since this is written in the Florida Accessibility Code for Building Construction this requirement is applicable as defined with the language of the statute. To meet this you would be required to provide a minimum 32 inch door.

Commentary:

None.

Comments on Draft:

Concur with response
Looks good
I agree with Larry
agree