Interpretation #6548

Published June 18, 2010

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Original Request

Code Version
2007
Code
BUILDING
Code Description
Building
Chapter
10
Section
1033.1
Topic
Aircraft Hangers

Question

Is the intent of Florida building Code - Building Section 1033.1 to require the horizontal exits permitted by this section to comply with the requirements of separation as stated in FBC Section 1022.2 ?

Answer Published 06/18/2010 at 3:02 PM

Yes. Florida Building Code - Building Section 1033.1 allows
horizontal exits to serve as an exit in a means of egress
system and also limits the permitted travel distance. FBC
Section 1022.2 defines the fire separation rating required
for the horizontal exit.

Commentary

None.