Is it the intent of section 1609 to require
design pressure calculation for buildings GREATER
than 60 feet for windows and doors replacements
be signed and sealed by a licensed professional
engineer?
Interpretation #7030
Published November 19, 2012
Original Request
- Code Version
- 2010
- Code
- BUILDING
- Code Description
- Chapter
- 16
- Section
- 1609
- Topic
Question
Answer Published 11/19/2012 at 10:02 AM
Yes.
Commentary
The building code, section 107, requires design pressures
of the envlope to be sealed by a Florida Registered
Engineer, as required by Florida Statute, unless otherwise
approved by the Building Official.