Interpretation #7393

Published September 02, 2014

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Original Request

Code Version
2010
Code
BUILDING
Code Description
Building
Chapter
20
Section
2002.4
Topic
Screen Enclosure wind pressures

Question

Is it the intent of Table 2002.4 to only apply to aluminum structures that meet the strict definition of "screened enclosures" as found in Chapter 2, i.e: screened walls with a screened or other light weight roof?

Answer Published 09/02/2014 at 11:25 AM

No, the intent of 2002.4 is not to apply ONLY to screen
enclosures with a screened or other light weight roof. The
definition has been modified for the FBC 5th Edition to
clarify this intent.

Commentary

It appears an additional question is asked in the comment section. The answer to this question is yes, while the answer to the origianl question remains no.