Is it the intent of 403.3.2 to require dual
water mains for the sprinkler system of a 100
ft. high building with a single pump?
Interpretation #7271
Published November 13, 2013
Original Request
- Code Version
- 2010
- Code
- BUILDING
- Code Description
- Building
- Chapter
- 4
- Section
- 403.3.2
- Topic
- Fire sprinkler water mains
Question
Answer Published 11/13/2013 at 7:52 PM
7199 is the correct response and 7215 is incorrect.
Commentary
7215 fails to take in to account the fact that we do not
have earthquakes in Florida and that is the reason for the
dual mains.