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Interpretation #9475
December 02, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: RESIDENT
Chapter: 9
Section: 905.1.1.1(2)
Topic: Zip System
Interpretation #9474
December 01, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: ENERGY
Chapter: 4
Section: 402.2.4
Topic: Insulation Retention
Interpretation #9472
December 01, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: BUILDING
Section: 710.8
Topic: Ducts and air transfer openings
Interpretation #9471
November 28, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: BUILDING
Chapter: 15
Section: 1503.7
Topic: Downspouts terminations
Interpretation #9470
November 25, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: BUILDING
Chapter: 16
Section: 1612
Topic: Foundation requirements & exceptions for shallow footings instead of piles in Coastal A Zone.
Interpretation #9469
November 25, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: EXTBLDG
Chapter: 11
Section: 1103.5 1.3
Topic: Flood hazard areas, “. . .shall not create or extend any nonconformity”
Interpretation #9468
November 21, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: EXTBLDG
Chapter: 7
Section: 707.4
Topic: Prevention from Impact Protection > 25%
Interpretation #9467
November 19, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: BUILDING
Chapter: 1
Section: 102.2(h)
Topic: Chickees exemption, allowances
Interpretation #9466
November 18, 2025
Code Version: 2021
Code: RESIDENT
Chapter: 6
Section: Wall Construction
Topic: Sole Plate on Foundation
Interpretation #9463
November 10, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: ENERGY
Chapter: 4
Section: C407
Topic: COMcheck
Interpretation #9462
November 07, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: RESIDENT
Chapter: 9
Section: 905.1.1 Exception (2)
Topic: Zip System
Interpretation #9460
November 05, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: BUILDING
Chapter: 9
Section: 903.4
Topic: Backflow Preventers and Electronic Tamper Switches
Interpretation #9459
October 31, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: BUILDING
Chapter: 4
Section: 454.2.17
Topic: Residential Swimming Barrier Requirement
Interpretation #9458
October 24, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: BUILDING
Chapter: 15
Section: 1510.2.2
Topic: Penthouse
Interpretation #9457
October 24, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: EXTBLDG
Chapter: 11
Section: 1103.5.1.3.1
Topic: Lateral addition to pre-firm residential structure matching existing finished floor.
Interpretation #9456
October 24, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: MECHANIC
Chapter: 6
Section: 601.2
Topic: Air movement in exit corridors
Interpretation #9454
October 21, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: STATUTE
Section: 553.791
Topic: An engineer performing private provider services where they are the owner-builder
Interpretation #9453
October 21, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: EXTBLDG
Section: 407.1
Topic: Existing high-rise generator power
Interpretation #9400
October 09, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: BUILDING
Section: 105.4.1
Topic: Permit Intent
Interpretation #9311
October 08, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: PLUMBING
Section: 604.9
Topic: water hammer arrestors required