Interpretation #9564

Published July 20, 2026

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Code Version
2023
Code
BUILDING
Code Description
Chapter
1
Section
102.2
Topic
Farm Exception

Question

Is it the intent of Section 102.2, FBC, Building, exception C, to allow the construction of a fully enclosed wedding venue (assembly occupancy) building, complete with alcohol service, dance floor, tables and chairs, air conditioning etc. on an agricultural property classifying itself as a farm?

Answer Published 07/15/2026 at 5:25 PM

No. 102.2 (c) exempts only "Nonresidential farm buildings on farms." A wedding venue is not a farm building.

Commentary

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