Is it the intent of R703.8 (1.) to require the
application of approved flashing at replacement
window and door openings in existing walls?
Interpretation #7244
Published October 12, 2013
Original Request
- Code Version
- 2010
- Code
- RESIDENT
- Code Description
- Chapter
- 7
- Section
- R703.8
- Topic
Question
Answer Published 10/12/2013 at 12:14 PM
yes
Commentary
Per Chapter 6 Section 606.4 of the Florida Building Code
Existing Buildings replacement of windows and doors fall
under a level 1 alteration. Therefore any new work would
need to meet the requirements of the FBC Building per
section 601.2.