Interpretation #6699

Published April 19, 2011

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Original Request

Code Version
2007
Code
MECHANIC
Code Description
Mechanical
Chapter
5
Section
514.2
Topic
Exhaust

Question

Is it the intent of FBC Mechanical 514.2 to prohibit all hazardous exhaust (covered in Section 510)from being a source for energy recovery systems?

Answer Published 04/19/2011 at 10:35 AM

Yes.

Commentary

The code allows the local Building Official to consider "Alternative materials, design and methods of construction and equipment" in accordance with FBC 104.11.