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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