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Interpretation #8027
October 12, 2017
Code Version: 2014
Code: BUILDING
Chapter: 4
Section: 455
Topic: Are fire sprinklers required
Interpretation #8025
October 12, 2017
Code Version: 2014
Code: RESIDENT
Chapter: 3
Section: R301.2.1 Wind design criteria and R703.1.2 Wind resistance.
Topic: R703.7 Exterior plaster - ASTM C926 and C1063
Interpretation #8022
September 22, 2017
Code Version: 2014
Code: NEC
Chapter: 6
Section: 690.31(E)
Topic: Alternating current inverter output circuits running through a building.
Interpretation #8021
September 22, 2017
Code Version: 2014
Code: EXTBLDG
Chapter: 11
Section: 1101.1 & 1102.1
Topic: Existing Exterior Concrete Block Walls enclosed within an addition by the construction of three (3) new framed exterior walls.
Interpretation #8020
September 21, 2017
Code Version: 2014
Code: MECHANIC
Chapter: 5
Section: 501.3.1.1
Topic: Generator Exhaust
Interpretation #8018
September 19, 2017
Code Version: 2014
Code: BUILDING
Chapter: 1
Section: 107.3.4.3
Topic: Contractors designing plans
Interpretation #8017
September 11, 2017
Code Version: 2004
Code: EXTBLDG
Chapter: 14
Section: VrBLWWIsS
Topic: rviIJtyQcK
Interpretation #8016
September 06, 2017
Code Version: 2014
Code: MECHANIC
Chapter: 3
Section: 303
Topic: Cooling Tower Protection
Interpretation #8014
September 06, 2017
Code Version: 2014
Code: RESIDENT
Chapter: 1
Section: 107
Topic: Submittal documents
Interpretation #8013
August 25, 2017
Code Version: 2014
Code: RESIDENT
Chapter: 3
Section: R318
Topic: pest control (termites)
Interpretation #8012
August 24, 2017
Code Version: 2014
Code: EXTBLDG
Chapter: 1
Section: 101.4
Topic: Mobile home maintenance and repair
Interpretation #8011
August 24, 2017
Code Version: 2010
Code: PLUMBING
Chapter: 25
Section: P2503.5.1
Topic: Drainage and vent water test
Interpretation #8010
August 16, 2017
Code Version: 2014
Code: EXTBLDG
Chapter: 11
Section: 1102.2
Topic: Adding area to an existing non compliant building
Interpretation #8009
August 10, 2017
Code Version: 2014
Code: BUILDING
Chapter: 10
Section: 1009.3
Topic: egress stairway with-in a atrium
Interpretation #8008
August 10, 2017
Code Version: 2014
Code: RESIDENT
Chapter: 3
Section: 302.5.1
Topic: Self closing device
Interpretation #8005
August 04, 2017
Code Version: 2014
Code: BUILDING
Chapter: 2
Section: 202
Topic: Definitions of "DWELLING UNIT" and "SLEEPING UNIT"
Interpretation #8003
July 28, 2017
Code Version: 2014
Code: RESIDENT
Chapter: 9
Section: R905.10.5
Topic: Underlayment
Interpretation #7998
July 26, 2017
Code Version: 2014
Code: ENERGY
Chapter: 4
Section: Residential
Topic: Minimum Required Insulation R Value for R405 Performance Method
Interpretation #7997
July 25, 2017
Code Version: 2014
Code: BUILDING
Chapter: 1
Section: 110.1
Topic: Affadavit for hidden fasteners
Interpretation #7996
July 25, 2017
Code Version: 2014
Code: EXTBLDG
Chapter: 7
Section: 707.1
Topic: Energy Conservation