Interpretation #7945

Published September 22, 2026

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Code Version
2004
Code
BUILDING
Code Description
Chapter
26
Section
2603.4
Topic
Exterior Insulation Finish System (EIFS)

Question

Question 1: When all of the requirements in Paragraph 2603.4 are applied, is it permitted to use Foam-
Plastic insulation such as EIFS inside of an interior wall of a fully sprinklered building of any type of construction?
Question 2: Are the requirements in section 2603.4 to be applied only to foam-plastic material located on the
outside of a building such as EIFS or can they to be applied to other interior insulated walls containing
EIFS?