Interpretation #8801

Published July 19, 2023

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Original Request

Code Version
2021
Code
RESIDENT
Code Description
Chapter
Section
M1503.4.1
Topic
Make up air for 1,200 CFM Kitchen Hood with gas cooktop

Question

Q 1 - If the approved permit documents and energy calcs exclude the kitchen hood and make up air, therfore no information is provided for a "Mechanical Rough inspection" for that portion of the mechanical system, should the AHJ approved the rough in inspection without first requiring the Builder to provide verification the installed duct will deliver 1,200 cfm ?
Q 2 - Would a 2nd floor wall, inside a stairwell that is in a hallway / living room around the corner from the kitchen, but otherwise open to 1st floor, typically be considered a permanent opening into the kitchen that is on the 1st floor and around the corner?

Answer Published 07/19/2023 at 7:20 AM

1. The permit documents and the energy calculations shall be revised to indicate the required information prior to the inspection. 2. There is not enough information provided to answer question as walls are not openings.

Commentary

None.