Interpretation #7031

Published July 13, 2012

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Code Version
2010
Code
RESIDENT
Code Description
Residential
Chapter
3
Section
R301.2.1
Topic
Wind Map Risk Category

Question

Is it the intent of this code code not to allow for Risk Caterory 1 wind maps to be used on all buildings that fall under the provisions of the Residential Code

Answer Published 07/13/2012 at 9:07 AM

It appears that the construction regulated by the
FBCR will probably be the most likely to see Risk Category
I structures. R301.1.1 and R301,1.2 provides a code trail
to Section 1604.5 and Table 1604.5 of the FBCB for such
structures

Commentary

None.