NEW YORK STATE BUILDING OFFICIALS
CONFERENCE INC.
April 16, 2015
The New York State Building Official Conference Code Development Committee has completed the review of
the Code Change Proposals for the ICC Group A Hearings. The following are the positions on each of the
Proposals that will be heard at the Group A Hearings April 19-30, 2015.
The position identifiers are as follows;
Support
NYSBOC committee supports the code change proposal
Support/ Modify
NYSBOC committee supports the code change proposal but would the proposal needs
modification(s)
Neutral
NYSBOC committee is neutral on the proposal and wants to hear the debate on the floor
Opposed in
Support of ....
NYSBOC committee is opposed to this proposal because a similar proposal is a better
choice
Opposed
NYSBOC committee is opposed to this proposal
Opposed/Modify
NYSBOC committee is opposed to this proposal, however if modifications are made on
the floor we could support all or portions of the proposal
TENTATIVE ORDER OF DISCUSSION
2015 PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE
INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE
The following is the tentative order in which the proposed changes to the code will be discussed at the
public hearings. Proposed changes which impact the same subject have been grouped to permit
consideration in consecutive changes.
Proposed change numbers that are indented are those which are being heard out of numerical order.
Indentation does not necessarily indicate that one change is related to another. Proposed changes may
be grouped for purposes of discussion at the hearing at the discretion of the chair. Note that some SP
code change proposals may not be included on this list, as they are being heard by another committee.
SP1-15
SP2-15
SP3-15
SP4-15
SP5-15
SP6-15
SP7-15
SP8-15
SP9-15
SP10-15
SP11-15
SP12-15
SP13-15
SP14-15
SP15-15
SP16-15
SP17-15
SP18-15
SP19-15
SP20-15
SP21-15
SP22-15
SP23-15
SP24-15
SP25-15
SP26-15
SP27-15
SP28-15
SP29-15
SP30-15
SP32-15
SP31-15
SP33-15
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SP2
Change # Code(s)
Affected Section(s)
Notes
Position Reason
SP1-15
ISPSC
101.3.1 (New)
SP2-15
ISPSC
202 (New)
Support/
Modify
Support
SP3-15
SP4-15
ISPSC
ISPSC
202
202
Creates an exception to the requirements for
flotation tanks used for therapy.
Adds new definitions for Ready Access and
Access To
Revises the depth in the Shallow Areas definition
Revises the Swimout definition
SP5-15
SP6-15
ISPSC
ISPSC
202
302.6
Deletes the Underwater Ledge definition
Revises the waste-water section for clarity
Support
Neutral
SP7-15
SP8-15
SP9-15
ISPSC
ISPSC
ISPSC
Support
Support
Support
SP10-15
ISPSC
303.1.3
Revises the exception for outdoor heated pool
305.1
Revises the language that is commentary
305.2.4.1 (New), 305.2.10 Revises the barrier language regarding setbacks
to mesh fences
305.2.10 (New)
Prohibits plastic flexible fencing
SP11-15
ISPSC
305.3
Adds language for egress gate swing on pool
decks
Opposed There does not seem to be an
excemption for Residential uses and
this is overly restrictive. Whe you have
a building, it is covered by IBC, Means
of Egress. I do not see this as
necessary.
SP12-15
SP13-15
ISPSC
ISPSC
305.3, 305.3.3, 305.4
306.1
Revises the latching requirements
Revises the section for clarity
Support
Support
SP14-15
ISPSC
307.1, 307.2, 307.7, 307.8, Revises these sections for clarity and ease of use Support
307.9, 307.2 (New), 307.3,
307.3.1, 307.3.2, 307.4,
307.4.1, 307.5, 307.6
SP15-15
ISPSC
307.6 (New), Chapter 11
Adds a new standard for pool plastering
SP16-15
ISPSC
307.9
Deletes confusing language from the section
This section is more suitable if placed
in Section 101.2.1
Support
Neutral
Support
Opposed The standard provides no indication
that it is promulgated according to a
consensus process. Submitted in draft
form.
Support
SP17-15
ISPSC
308.3
Revises the language reagarding pool shape
Opposed The proposal is a run-on sentence and
does not add clarity
SP18-15
ISPSC
Revises the language for suction piping
Support
SP19-15
SP20-15
ISPSC
ISPSC
Attempts to add clarity to the section
Adds requirements for solar pool heating and
adds new reference standards
Neutral
Support
SP21-15
SP22-15
ISPSC
ISPSC
311.3, 311.3.1 (New),
311.3.2 (New)
313.7, 202 (New)
316.2, Table 316.2, 316.4,
316.6 (New), 316.6.1
(New), 316.6.2 (New),
Chapter 11
318.2
401.1
Revises the protection of the water supply
Revises the scoping language
Support
Neutral
SP23-15
SP24-15
ISPSC
ISPSC
401.2
401.4.1, 401.6
SP25-15
ISPSC
SP26-15
SP27-15
ISPSC
ISPSC
Attempts to add clarity to the section
Support
Revises the dimensional requirements for Class A Neutral
pools
402.1, 402.2, 402.3, 402.4, Adss and revises language regarding diving and Neutral
402.5, 402.12, Table
dimensional requirements
402.12, Figure 402.12,
Table 402.12(2) (New),
Table 402.12(3) (New),
Table 402.12(4) (New),
Table
402.12(5) (New), Table
402.12(6) (New), Figure
402.12 (6) (New)
402.3
Editorial change
Neutral
402.6
Revises the location of pool features
Neutral
SP28-15
ISPSC
410.1
Revises the language for clarity
Opposed Dressing facilities would then not be
required
SP29-15
ISPSC
609.3.1
Revises the deck shower requirements
Neutral
Not sure that this adds any clarity.
SP30-15
ISPSC
SECTION 612 (New)
Adds a new section for Spray Pads
Neutral
SP32-15
ISPSC
809.3
Support
SP31-15
ISPSC
809.3
SP33-15
ISPSC
809.5.1, 809.5.2
Adds an exception to the secondary exit
requirements from pools
Adds an exception to the secondary exit
requirements from pools
Revises the entry step requirements
Support
Support
TENTATIVE ORDER OF DISCUSSION
2015 PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE
INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE
The following is the tentative order in which the proposed changes to the code will be discussed at the
public hearings. Proposed changes which impact the same subject have been grouped to permit
consideration in consecutive changes.
Proposed change numbers that are indented are those which are being heard out of numerical order.
Indentation does not necessarily indicate that one change is related to another. Proposed changes may
be grouped for purposes of discussion at the hearing at the discretion of the chair. Note that some FG
code change proposals may not be included on this list, as they are being heard by another committee.
Number(s) Not Used:
FG15-15
FG1-15
FG2-15
FG3-15
FG4-15
FG5-15
FG43-15
FG6-15
FG7-15
FG8-15
FG9-15
FG10-15
FG11-15
FG12-15
FG13-15
FG14-15
M109-15 Part II
FG16-15
FG17-15
FG18-15
FG19-15
FG20-15
FG21-15
FG22-15
FG23-15
FG24-15
FG25-15
FG26-15
FG27-15
FG28-15
FG29-15
FG30-15
FG31-15
FG32-15
FG33-15
FG34-15
FG35-15
FG36-15
FG37-15
FG38-15
FG39-15
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FG40-15
FG41-15
FG42-15 Part I
FG2
Change #
FG1-15
Code(s)
IFGC
Affected Section(s)
202 (New)
Notes
Adds a definition for "gas fired toilets"
FG2-15
FG3-15
IFGC
IFGC
202
202
FG4-15
IFGC
202
Modifies the term "appliance"
Attempts to clarify the Press-connect fitting
meaning
Revises the definition of Central Furnace
FG5-15
FG43-15
FG6-15
IFGC
IFGC
IFGC
202
202 (New)
202
FG7-15
IFGC
FG8-15
Position Reason
Support The term is used but not clearly
defined
Support
Neutral
Neutral
The items to be deleted are useful
knowledge
Neutral
Neutral
Support
202 (New)
Revises the definition of "piping"
Revises the definition of "piping"
Revises the definition of "regulator, gas
appliance"
Adds a definition for "Regulator, Monitoring"
IFGC
202 (New)
Adds a definition for "Regulator, Series"
Neutral
FG9-15
FG10-15
FG11-15
IFGC
IFGC
IFGC
202
202
303.3
Support
Support
Opposed
FG12-15
IFGC
303.3.1 (New)
Deletes the definition of "Integral gas valve type"
Revises the definition of "Unit Heater"
Adds language to permit clothes dryers to be
installed in bathrooms
Adds a new section for fireplaces and decorative
appliances in Group I-2 Condition 2 occupancies
FG13-15
FG14-15
M109-15
Part II
FG16-15
IFGC
IFGC
IFGC
303.7
304.13(IFGS) (New)
305.13 (New)
Revises the pit location language
Adds language for existing appliances
Adds requirements for circulating air
Support
Opposed
Support
IFGC
401.9
Adds exceptions to pipe identification
FG17-15
IFGC
401.9
Adds exceptions to pipe identification
FG18-15
IFGC
401.9
Revises the pipe identification language
FG19-15
FG20-15
IFGC
IFGC
401.1
401.1
FG21-15
IFGC
404.6
FG22-15
IFGC
404.6
FG23-15
IFGC
404.6
Removes piping from 3rd party testing
Revises the language for testing of piping and
fittings
Attempts to revise the language for underground
gas lines
Revises the language to permit underground gas
piping penetrations
Revises the language to permit underground gas
piping penetrations
Opposed/ It may not be clear to code officials
Modify
that the first exception is for "fittings"
only
Opposed in support of FG 16-15 as
modified
Support The proposal deletes "fittings" from
the language
Opposed
Neutral
Neutral
Not sure that this was meant is section
416.3
Not sure that this was meant is section
416.3
Support
Opposed The proposal does not add clarity
Opposed
Opposed
FG24-15
IFGC
FG25-15
IFGC
FG26-15
IFGC
FG27-15
IFGC
FG28-15
IFGC
FG29-15
IFGC
FG30-15
IFGC
FG31-15
FG32-15
IFGC
IFGC
FG33-15
IFGC
FG34-15
IFGC
FG35-15
IFGC
FG36-15
IFGC
FG37-15
IFGC
FG38-15
IFGC
FG39-15
IFGC
FG40-15
IFGC
FG41-15
IFGC
404.11, 404.11.1 (New), Revises the corrosion protection requirements
404.11.2 (New),
and adds new sections
404.11.2, 404.11.3
(New), 404.11.4 (New),
404.11.1
404.14
Revises the language to allow underground piping
through listed sleeve systems
404.17.3
Revises the lanuge to allow product specific tracer
systems
408.4
Deletes the "other effective sediment trap" term
from the section
408.4
Revises the language to not allow clothes dryers
to be exempt from the sediment trap requirement
409.5.1
Revises the language for movable appliance
access
409.5.3
Revises the language to require that the shutoff
be on the same floor as the appliance served
409.7 (New)
Adds a new section for shutoff valves in tubing
410.2
Revises the language to allow an appliance test
port as an alternative
410.4
Revises the language to reference ANSI
Z21.93/CSA 6.30
411.1, 411.4 (New)
Revises the language to allow unlisted gas hoses
for bunsen burners
411.2
Revises the language to require that the gas
connection of a modular home be outside of the
footprint of the building
502.1
Revises the language to require plastic vents to
comply with the standard
618.2
Deletes this section for forced air system outdoor
air and return air openings
618.4
Adds indoor swimming pool areas to prohobited
locations of return air
621.4
Revises the language by adding "Unvented room
heaters shall not be installed within new dwelling
units"
623.2
Adds an exception to allow commercial cooking
appliances in residential occupancies if designed
by a design professional
624.3 (New)
Adds a new section that is only a reference to an
existing section for hazardous locations
Support
Neutral
The section already permits other
conduits
Neutral
Support
Opposed This would then require a sediment
trap for all clothes dryers
Support
Support
Support
Opposed
Neutral
Opposed
Neutral
Opposed These were typically based on
manufactures installation instructions
Neutral
Support
Neutral
Opposed Commercial cooking appliances do
not have the safety features that
domestic appliances do, they have
greater ventilation required and hotter
surface temperatures
Support
FG42-15
Part I
IFGC
624.2
Adds the text "Water heaters shall not be utilized Opposed
solely for space heating purposes"
TENTATIVE ORDER OF DISCUSSION
2015 PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE
INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE
The following is the tentative order in which the proposed changes to the code will be discussed at the
public hearings. Proposed changes which impact the same subject have been grouped to permit
consideration in consecutive changes.
Proposed change numbers that are indented are those which are being heard out of numerical order.
Indentation does not necessarily indicate that one change is related to another. Proposed changes may
be grouped for purposes of discussion at the hearing at the discretion of the chair. Note that some M
code change proposals may not be included on this list, as they are being heard by another committee.
Number(s) Not Used:
M7-15
M16-15
M74-15
M1-15
M2-15
M3-15
M4-15
M5-15
M6-15
M8-15
M9-15
M11-15
M12-15
M13-15
M14-15
M15-15 Part I
M17-15
M61-15
M130-15
M157-15
M18-15
M10-15
M19-15
M20-15
M21-15
M22-15
M23-15
M24-15
M25-15
M26-15
M27-15
M28-15
M29-15
M30-15
M31-15
M32-15
M33-15
M34-15
M35-15
M36-15
M37-15
M38-15
M39-15
M40-15
M41-15 Part I
M42-15
M43-15
M44-15
M45-15
M46-15
M47-15
M48-15
M49-15
M50-15
M51-15
M52-15
M53-15
M54-15
M55-15
M56-15
M57-15
M58-15
M59-15
M60-15
M62-15
M63-15
M64-15
M65-15
M66-15
M67-15
M68-15
M69-15 Part I
M69-15 Part II
M70-15 Part I
M70-15 Part II
M160-15 Part I
M160-15 Part II
M71-15
M72-15
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M73-15
M75-15
M76-15
M77-15
M78-15
M79-15
M80-15
M81-15
M82-15
M83-15
M84-15
M86-15
M87-15
M88-15
M89-15
M90-15
M91-15
M92-15
M93-15
M94-15
M95-15
M96-15
M97-15
M98-15
M99-15
M100-15
M101-15
M102-15
M103-15
M104-15
M105-15
M106-15
M107-15
M108-15
M109-15 Part I
FG42-15 Part III
M110-15
M111-15
M112-15
M113-15
M114-15
M161-15
M115-15
M116-15
M117-15
M118-15
M119-15
M120-15
M121-15
M122-15
M123-15
M124-15
M125-15
M127-15
M128-15
M129-15
M131-15
M132-15
M133-15
M134-15
M135-15
M136-15
M137-15
M138-15
M139-15
M140-15
M141-15
M142-15
M143-15
M144-15
M145-15
M146-15
M147-15
M148-15
M149-15
M150-15
M2
M151-15
M152-15
M153-15
M154-15
M155-15
M156-15
M158-15
M159-15
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M3
Change #
M1-15
Code(s)
IMC
Affected Section(s)
202
M2-15
M3-15
IMC
IMC
M4-15
IMC
M5-15
IMC
202
202 COMMERCIAL
COOKING APPLIANCES
202 LOCKING-TYPE
TAMPER-RESISTANT CAP
202 MACHINERY ROOM
M6-15
M8-15
IMC
IMC
M9-15
IMC
202 PIPING.
202 PRESS-CONNECT
JOINT.
202 VENTILATION
M11-15
M12-15
IMC
IMC
303.7 Pit locations
303.9 (New), 901.5 (New)
M13-15
M14-15
IMC
IMC
Table 305.4
305.4
Notes
UPDTAES REPORTING AGENCY
Position Reason
Support provides current reporting agency, nonexclusive
REMOVES TERM FROM DEFINITION Support provides clarity
Simlifies and clarifies term
Support Strong supporting argument, Provides
clarity
202 LOCKING-TYPE TAMPEROpposed existing language sufficient
RESISTANT CAP
Contains regulatory language
Opposed A definition should not contain regulatory
language
adds definitionfor copper alloy
Support more inclusive
relabels term
Support uses industry common name
Aligns term with use in the code
Support
provides clarity, aligns with use in the
codes
Opposed cites other codes, no examples
Support consistencey with other codes, health and
safety considerations
Support consistencey with other codes
Support simplifies requirements
M15-15 Part I IMC
306.1.1
M17-15
IMC
307.2.2
M61-15
IMC
512.2
adds requirements
limits the use of devices in "I"
occupancies
updates table
modifies hanger spacing, eliminates
redundencey
eliminates language specific to central Support
furnaces
adds copper alloy to approved
Support
materials
per alloy to approved materials
Support
M130-15
M157-15
M18-15
IMC
IMC
308.1
Support
M10-15
IMC
M19-15
IMC
M20-15
IMC
adds drywall to list of combustible
materials
SECTION 313 SYSTEM
adds new provisions for all building
DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS water systems
401.2
eliminates reference to IECC and
ventilation requirements
202 (New), 401.2
adds definition for non-transient and
removed reference to the IECC
included elsewhere in the code
commonly used materials
commonly used materials, more inclusive
consistency with the IFGC, accurate
Opposed overly broad, many unintended
consequences
Opposed should retain reference to special
requirements of the IECC
Opposed should retain reference to special
requirements of the IECC
M21-15
IMC
401.2, 501.3
M22-15
IMC
TABLE 401.5, revisions
M23-15
IMC
M24-15
IMC
202 (New), 403.1, 403.3,
403.3.1, 403.3.2, 403.3.2.1,
403.3.2.2, 403.3.2.3
Table 403.3.1.1
M25-15
IMC
403.3.2.4 (New)
M26-15
IMC
403.3.2.4 (New)
M27-15
IMC
404.1
M28-15
M29-15
IMC
IMC
404.1, 404.2
404.2
M30-15
IMC
501.2, 506.1, 507.1, 507.1.2,
509.1
M31-15
IMC
501.3.1
M32-15
IMC
501.6 (New)
M33-15
IMC
502.14
M34-15
IMC
504.3
M35-15
IMC
504.4
M36-15
IMC
504.4, 504.8.2
specifies where mechanical ventilation Support
is required
corrects an error in measurement
Support
modifies the code to require
machanical ventilation for non-transient
occupancies
modifies minimum ventilation rates for
some uses
adds requirement for labeling required
ventilation systems
requires listing and labeling of
ventilation equipmnet
Neutral
provides standard for detectors in open
parking garages
clarifying language, no intent change
garage ventilation only when space
occupied
modifications to clarify the requirment
for Type I hoods, based on cooking
operation, not equipment
modifies separation between
enviromental air discharge and intake
eliminates common duct for multiple
exhaust fans , manifold duct
Support
Support
Support
Support/
Modify
in many instances natural ventilation is
not practical or energy effiecient
clarifies the code and corrects an error in
measuring openings in screening
the modifications are apporproiate for the
non-transisent occupancies, except
deletion of 403.2.2 without substitution.
provides consistencey with updates
ASHREA standard
educated the owner/operator to the
requirement of a system's operation
concept is sound, language should be
clear that the minimum airflows are per
the IMC, not the standard.
strengthens code
Support clarifys code intent
Opposed could permit occupant to enter dangerous
levels
Support bases requirement on potential use on
equipment type
Opposed unenforcable, no standard for
manufacturer testing
Support/ support with clarification that manifold
Modify
duct is permitted with a single master fan
at discharge
adds automatic mechanical makeup air Support tighter construction should not rely on
for vehicle garage exhaust systems
infiltration for makeup air
require designed cleanout of dry duct Support provides for proper cleaning of duct and
terminations
termination
adds requirement for sealing of dryer
Support provides guidance for propoer
duct at wall and roof penitrations
installations
removes redundent language regarding Support reduces redundancy
installation of screws in dryer duct
M37-15
IMC
504.4
M38-15
IMC
504.4.1 (New)
M39-15
IMC
504.4.1 (New)
M40-15
IMC
504.6.1 (New)
M41-15 Part I IMC
504.8.1
M42-15
IMC
504.8.2
M43-15
IMC
504.8.2
M44-15
IMC
505, 505.1 (New), 505.2
(New), 505.1, 505.4
M45-15
IMC
505.1
M46-15
IMC
505.2, 505.2.1 (New)
M47-15
IMC
506.3.11.2
M48-15
IMC
506.3.13.2
M49-15
IMC
506.3.13.3.1 (New)
M50-15
IMC
506.3.2.5
adds language to require dryer duct
sealing
establishes a minimum size for dryer
duct terminations
specifes the dryer duct terminal open
area increases based on configuration
of termination
requires makeup air for dryers in very
tight buildings
adds specification for round dryer ducts
Support
claifys requirement that has been
overlooked in the field
Neutral
concept sound need to understand
availability of compliant products
Opposed unenforcable, no data to support
percentages proposed
adds reference to IBC and IFC ofr I-1
and I-2 occupancies
adds requirment for makeup air
dampers when specifc exhaust rates
are met
Support
Opposed unenforcable, applicable only after
building is built and tested
Support recognizes effectivness of round duct
over other styles
requires round dryer duct maintain its Support recognizes effectivness of round duct
shape
over other styles
decreases the spacing of duct hangers Opposed does not account for short lengths of duct
and inherient weakness
requires UL listed and labeled exhaust Opposed/ 505.4 limits domestic cooking appliances
systems for domestic cooking
Modify
that should be provided exhaust systems,
should be based on potential hazard
adds clarity, does not change intent
Opposed/ backdrafting in tight construction is a
Modify
serious concern, but this does not
address comulative exhausting,
conditioning of makeup air in cold
climates or variations in volume to
balance demand
add language found in ASTM standard Opposed laready found in standard and installation
instructions
references provisions for through the
Support provisions already exist, provides calrity
wall terminations found elsewhere in
the code
creates new restrictions for exhaust
Opposed overly restrictive, no justification
discharge locations
new test method for grease duct
Support addresses an issue with current method
systems
of testing
M51-15
IMC
202 (New), 506.5.2 (New)
M52-15
IMC
507.1
M53-15
IMC
507.1
M54-15
IMC
507.2
M55-15
IMC
507.2.6
M56-15
IMC
507.6.1
M57-15
IMC
510.5
M58-15
IMC
510.8
M59-15
IMC
510.8.4 (New)
M60-15
IMC
511.1.3
M62-15
IMC
601.5
M63-15
IMC
601.6 (New), 601.6.1 (New)
M64-15
IMC
602.1
M65-15
IMC
602.2
M66-15
IMC
602.2.1
add Pollution Control Devices to
grease ducts
attempts to clarify installations per the
listing and label are acceptable without
meeting all of the code specifications
removes NFPA-96 listed hoods as
accepted ofr down-draft systems
adds provisions for solid fuel fired
ovens
provides for Type 1 hoods listed and
labeled to UL-710
provides a general term to idnetify
testing methods for capture
performance
exempts educational facilities form
provisions related to hazardous
exhaust duct discharge
Neutral
potential for significant cost
increase,some validity in urban areas
Opposed overly broad, many unintended
consequences
Opposed eliminates reasonable choices, do not
agree with rationale
Support fills void in code for natural draft solid
fuel ovens
Support permits clearances in accordance with
listing
Support provides flexibility for code official
Opposed educational facility hazardous exhaust
systems are utilized by individuals who
are learning the potential hazards of the
materials they are working with
limits dust collection duct fire detection Opposed overly limiting
to spark detection
requires cleanouts in dust conveying
Neutral
no sound rationale provided
ducts at 20 foot intervals
would permit recirculation air from
Opposed not enforcable following intial installation
exhaust discharge if flammable vapors
are not intended to be present
would permit return air from swimming Opposed sets no level of dehumidification or
pool area with dehumidification
adress chemical odors
adds provisions to address issuses
Support/ Valid issue, uncertain why door undercut
related primarily with central air returns Modify
required if pressure differential maximum
and unbalanced air flows
met through other fixed means
permits framing cavities to be used as Support provides consistencey w
plenums
provides an exception for plenum
Opposed impacts non-combustible buildings
materials tomeet the IBC requirements
for combustible material
requires plenum materials to be listed Support provides clarity
for such use
M67-15
IMC
M68-15
IMC
M69-15 Part I IMC
M69-15 Part II IBC
M70-15 Part I IMC
602.2.1.1, 602.2.1.2, 602.2.1.3 adds language requiring labeling and
updates testing agencys
602.2.1.2, 602.2.1.7
adds plastic plumbing piping to
permitted material in plenums
602.2.1.6, 602.2.1.6.1,
permits foam plastic finish materials
602.2.1.6.2, 602.2.1.6.3
and trim to be exposed in plemun,
removes insulation as acceptable
material
Support
updates does not change intent
Opposed rationale not sound, adds risk to building
occupants
Opposed adds additional foam plastic in plenums
602.2.1.6, 602.2.1.6 (New),
602.2.1.6.1, 602.2.1.6.2,
602.2.1.6.3
reduces flame spread rating and smoke Opposed confusing language, misleading
devloped for foam plasics exposed to
plenum air flow, but excepts most
instances
removes listing requirement for plastic
plumbimg pipe
permit plastic pipe tested to UL-2846
(new)to be used in plenums
adds new testing standard for plastic
pipe and tube
requires plasitc pipe and tube to be
labeled
adds new testing standard for plastic
pipe and tube
adds testing protocal to code
identifes other provisions of the code
related to piping in plenums
adds requirments for smoke and flame
spread of pipe insulation in plenums
prohibits modification of approved Ul
and ASTM testing
M70-15 Part II
M160-15 Part
I
M160-15 Part
II
M71-15
IBC
IMC
IMC
602.2.1.7
M72-15
IMC
602.2.1.7
M73-15
IMC
602.2.1.7
M75-15
IMC
602.2.1.7
M76-15
IMC
602.2.1.7
M77-15
M78-15
IMC
IMC
602.2.1.7
602.2.1.8 (New
M79-15
IMC
602.2.1.8 (New)
M80-15
IMC
602.2.2 (New)
IMC
Opposed would add to unapproved materials use
Neutral
review of testing standard required
Neutral
review of testing standard required
Support
keeps untested materials out of buildings
Neutral
review of testing standard required
Opposed test protocals should not be in the code
Support provides clarity
Support
fills a gap in the code regarding materilas
in plenums
Opposed modifications are not permitted unless
specifically identified, not required
M81-15
IMC
603.1, 603.6.2, 603.6.2.1
M82-15
IMC
M83-15
IMC
603.6, 603.6.2.1, 603.6.2.2,
603.6.3, 603.6.4
Table 603.4
M84-15
IMC
603.6.5 (New)
M86-15
IMC
603.5
M87-15
IMC
M88-15
IMC
603.5, 603.6.2.1, 603.6.2.2,
603.6.3, 603.6.4
603.5, 603.8.3
M89-15
IMC
603.5.2 (New), CHAPTER 15
M90-15
IMC
603.6
M91-15
IMC
603.6.1
M92-15
IMC
603.6.1.1
M93-15
IMC
603.8, 603.8.3
M94-15
IMC
603.8.2
M95-15
IMC
603.8.3
M96-15
IMC
603.9
removes the use of air connectors,
removes requirement for listed and
labeled
removes air connectors from
acceptable materials
modifies table to apply to only ducts
over 14 feet
provides installation specifications for
flexible duct
prohibits flexible duct upstream of VAV
box
removes provisions for flexible air
connectors
adds Polyethylene duct and fittings for
underground ducts
adds phenolic duct to permitted
materials and SMACNA standard
Opposed inconsistent with listed and labeled
requirements
Opposed limits acceptable materials , rationale not
sound
Opposed restricts acceptable materials
Support
Support
Support
addresses issue often found in the field,
prefer M97-15
consistent with ASHREA standard
air connectors are not held to the same
UL testing as flexible air ducts
Opposed needs more work, no test applicable,
removes air temperature threshold
Opposed no information or criteria on flame spread
and smoke, no testing criteria or labeling.
The standard provides
no indication that it is promulgated
according to a
consensus process. Submitted in draft
form
prohibits flexible duct in inaccessible
Support eliminates cleaning issues, inspection for
spaces
damage
prohibits screws from penitrating inside Support not permitted by manufacturers
liner of flexible duct
installation instructions
prohibits unlimited length flexible ducts Support flexible duct impacts the effectiveness of
the system the length should be limited
provides UL listing standard for plastic Support currently no specific standard, perfer M95underground ducts and fittings
15
requires code official to witness
Support/ remove "shall" and add "may be required
underground duct pressure test
Modify
to"
provides UL and ASTM testing
Support provides testing standard, currently none
standard for plastic underground ducts
is provided
and fittings
eliminates sealing of seams on some Opposed exception is flawed, should exempt ducts
ducts
inside condition space
M97-15
IMC
M98-15
IMC
M99-15
M100-15
IMC
IMC
M101-15
IMC
M102-15
IMC
M103-15
M104-15
IMC
IMC
M105-15
IMC
M106-15
IMC
M107-15
IMC
M108-15
IMC
603.5, 603.6, 603.6.1.1,
provides specif installation instructions
603.6.2.1, 603.5 (New), 603.9, for flexible ducts
603.10, 603.10.1 (New),
Chapter 15
604.3, 604.4
permits installation of ofam insulation
on ducts complying with IBC
requirements
604.7, 202 (New), Chapter 15 permits reflective duct insulation
604.11
permits spray polyurethens foam as a
vapor retarder
605.4 (New)
sets standard limiting bypass air flow
sround filters
805.7 (New)
requires shields where chimineys pass
through insulation materials
805.7 (New)
same as above
916.1, CHAPTER 15
provides additional standards for pool
and spa heaters
929 (New), 929.1 (New)
provides standards for the design and
installation of ground source heat
pumps
929 (New), 929.1 (New), 929.2 provides regulations for the use of
(New), 929.3 (New), 929.4
unvented alcohol fuel burning
(New), 929.5 (New), 929.6
decorative appliances
(New), 929.7,(New),
CHAPTER 15
202 (New), 929 (New), 929.1 defines high volume low speed fans
(New), CHAPTER 15
and provides testing standard
202 (New), 929 (New), 929.1
(New), CHAPTER 35
same as above
Support
addresses issue often found in the field
complete and consistent with ADC
requirements
Opposed only adresses polyurethane foam
(propritary)
Opposed does not adress listing and labeling
Opposed does not justify reduction in perm rating
by 60X
Support consistent with IGCC, improves air
quality
Support provides minimum protection from fire
potential
Support same as above
Opposed review standards. The reference standard
is not developed with a consensus
process.
Support no standard currently identified in the
IMC, review standard
Opposed unenforcible, needs more restrictions on
use locations, unknow effects in tightly
constructed SFDs, devices require very
specifc fuel use of incorrect fuel could be
dangerous
Opposed review standard. The standard provides
no indication that it is
promulgated according to a
consensus process. Submitted
in draft form.
Opposed review standard. The standard provides
no indication that it is
promulgated according to a
consensus process. Submitted
in draft form.
M109-15 Part IMC
I
FG42-15 Part IMC
III
M110-15
IMC
929.1 (New)
requires common enclosure for air
Support/
handler, furnace or heat pump and fuel Modify
fired apliance to be hard piped to
outside the enclosure
1002.1, 1401.4, 1401.4.1
(New), CHAPTER 15
changes standards for solar thermal
collectors, water heating systems and
concentrated collectors
1006.6, CHAPTER 15
provides details specifications for
installation of safety and relief valve
discharge
1006.9 (New)
adds requirement for boiler shut down
switch consistent with ASME-CSD-1
standard
202 (New), 1009.1, Chapter 15 complete rewrite of regulations for solar
thermal collector system installations.
The standard provides no indication
that it is promulgated according to a
consensus process
1101.6
removes standard no longer addressing
ammonia refrigeration systems
M111-15
IMC
M112-15
IMC
M113-15
IMC
M114-15
IMC
M161-15
IMC
1101.6
M115-15
IMC
1101.6, CHAPTER 15
M116-15
IMC
Table 1103.1
M117-15
IMC
Table 1103.1
M118-15
IMC
1104.2.2
enclosure should be defined by volume,
size or some relationship to the air
handler so it is clear when this is
required, needs more work
Support
consistent with IRC, existing standards
are not correct for products
Support/
Modify
conflict in language, requires discharge in
room of appliance then permit exterior
discharge, review standard
often missed in standard but currently
required by standard
Support
Support
Support
adopts changes made to the IRC, adds
protections to potable water, food grade
products, provides protections when
using potentially hazardous heat transfer
fluids, need to review standards
removes inconsistencey
use ASHRAE IIAR2 as an alternate,
Opposed proposer's reasoning does not support
not an additional requirement
change
adds standards for ammonia system
Neutral
need to review standards, one of may not
valves, installations and commissioning
be completed before the hearing
update the refrigerant table with the
Neutral
new refrigerants added to Standard 34
since
adds footnote impacting 2 refrigerants Neutral
clarifies the exception to machinery
rooms in industrial occupancies
Support
standard resently updated, but not
complete at time of code change
submission,need to review
not adopted by ASHREA at the time of
submittal, need to review standard
provides clarity
M119-15
IMC
202 (New), 1104.2.2
M120-15
IMC
1104.2.2
M121-15
IMC
1104.2.2
M122-15
IMC
202, 1104.2.2
M123-15
IMC
1105.6.1.1 (New)
M124-15
IMC
1105.6.3
M125-15
IMC
1105.8
M127-15
IMC
1107.2
M128-15
IMC
1107.2
M129-15
IMC
1107.9.1 (New)
M131-15
IMC
1107.5.3, CHAPTER 15
M132-15
IMC
1107.5.3, CHAPTER 15
M133-15
IMC
1107.5.3
M134-15
IMC
1201.4 (New), CHAPTER 15
M135-15
IMC
Table 1202.4, Table 1210.4
adds definition and exception for lowprobability pumps in calculation for
total connected compressor power
removes floor area requirements and
exit provisions
adds exception to refrigerant detection
devices
deleates definition and uses language
within the applicable text
clarifies location of mechanicalexhaust
location based on hazard
identifes the 30 air changes per hour as
the emergency rate
adds new standard for amonia pressure
relief valves
modifies prohibited locations for
refrigerant piping
modifies prohibited locations for
refrigerant piping
provides for vibration isolation for
refrigerant piping apssing through
exterior walls
adds ASTM standard and tested tubing
to acceptable materials
adds ASTM standard and tested tubing
to acceptable materials but removes
material that is currently used for
repairs
adds press-connect joints to approved
connections in refrigerant lines
adds new standard for installtion of
hydronic heating systems
Support
removes standard that does no longer
adresses piping or tubing
Support
adds incentive for use of safer, leak
resistant pumps
Neutral
Opposed second provision is unenforcible
Support
Support
provides clarity without having serch for
applicable locations
provides for safer installations
Support
eliminates potential confussion
Support
most current standard
Neutral
closely defines prohibited locations
Neutral
provides clarity
Support
eliminates a concern
Support
testing is to higher pressure, need to
review standard
Opposed perfer M131-15
Neutral
definitions approval required, approved
for other uses in IMC
Opposed need to review standard, should consider
extraction of specific provisions rather
than require it as the only methodology
not an applicable standard for the table
M136-15
IMC
Table 1202.4, Table 1210.4,
Chapter 15
add new standards for hydronic and
ground source heat pump piping
M137-15
IMC
Table1202.5, CHAPTER 15
M138-15
IMC
Table 1202.5, Table 1210.5,
Chapter 15
adds new standard for fittings in
hydronic piping
add new standards for hydronic and
ground source heat pump piping
M139-15
IMC
Table 1202.5
adds new standard for fittings in
hydronic piping
M140-15
IMC
1203.3.3
M141-15
IMC
1203.3.3, Chapter 15
requires tinning flux to meet ASTM
B813
adds standard for soldering copper
joints
M142-15
IMC
1203.3.4
M143-15
IMC
1203.8.1 (New)
M144-15
IMC
1203.5, 1203.6
M145-15
IMC
202, 1203.8, 1203.8.3
M146-15
IMC
1206.12 (New)
M147-15
IMC
1206.12 (New)
M148-15
IMC
1206.13 (New)
M149-15
IMC
1207.3 (New)
add exception for use of primer on
CPVC joints
requires annealing of coppoer tube
when forming a tee branch opening
delete brass piping from acceptable
materials
renames press joints as press connect
joint
specifies tee applications in hydronic
supply piping
prohibits radiation elements of
dissimilar heat transfer in a zone,
unless part of an engineered design
requires hydronis system installation to
accommodate drainage and air
bleeding
requires antifreeze solutions in cold
climate hydronic systems
Support
need to review standard, one standard
already in the IMC this is a new
application
Support need to review standard, but already in
the IMC for other uses
Support need to review standard, one standard
already in the IMC this is a new
application
Opposed standard appears to be for cold fitting
fitting need to review standard for high
temp applications
Opposed language exclusionary, not inclusive
Support
perfer over M140-15, language more
consistent with IPC, need to review new
standard
Opposed already available if cement is Tested to
ASTM standard
Neutral
Support
Support
is a copper alloy and already covered as
such
no content change
Support
provides for more efficient flow
Support
provides for more efficient operation
Opposed does not permit air pressure drain down
Opposed potential for substantial cost impact, does
not account for systems protected with
emergency power, alternate supplimental
heat
M150-15
IMC
1208.1
M151-15
M152-15
IMC
IMC
1208.1
1209.3, 1209.3.5 (New)
M153-15
IMC
1209.5, 1209.5.1, 1209.5.2
M154-15
IMC
Table 1210.4, Table 1210.5,
CHAPTER 15
M155-15
IMC
Table 1210.4, Table 1210.5,
CHAPTER 15
M156-15
IMC
1302.7, CHAPTER 15
M158-15
IMC
1303.4, 1303.5
M159-15
IMC
1402.4, 1402.4.1
allows air pressure testing on hydronic
systems as an alternate, provided the
manufacturers of all materials in
system permit
permit testing
adds language for installation of PEX
piping when embedded
directs that R-values of thermal barrier
be consistent with the IECC
adds piping and fittings for
polypropylene, tested to American
National standard
adds piping and fittings for PEX, tested
to American National standard
Opposed unenforcible, requires inspection all
components in system to determine
acceptability of testing method
Support
Support
provides direction for installation of a
permitted material
provides consitencey
Neutral
need review of standard
Neutral
need review of standard. The standard
provides
no indication that it is promulgated
according to a
consensus process. Submitted in draft
form
provides an additional pump testing
Support retains the existing need review of
standard
standard
removes rspecifications for connecting Support change to the term copper-alloy negates
brass pipe and tubing
these specifications
adds specific IBC sections for plasitc
Opposed an unintended impact could be the
solar collectors used on roofs
narrow interpretation of certain plastics
currently accepted
TENTATIVE ORDER OF DISCUSSION
2015 PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE
INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE
(PLUMBING)
The following is the tentative order in which the proposed changes to the code will be discussed at the
public hearings. Proposed changes which impact the same subject have been grouped to permit
consideration in consecutive changes.
Proposed change numbers that are indented are those which are being heard out of numerical order.
Indentation does not necessarily indicate that one change is related to another. Proposed changes may
be grouped for purposes of discussion at the hearing at the discretion of the chair. Note that some RP
code change proposals may not be included on this list, as they are being heard by another committee.
P3-15 Part II
RP1-15
RP2-15
P20-15 Part II
P98-15 Part II
P166-15 Part II
P99-15 Part II
RP3-15
P15-15 Part II
P19-15 Part II
P115-15 Part II
P117-15 Part II
P51-15 Part II
P53-15 Part II
RP4-15
P55-15 Part II
P82-15 Part II
P162-15 Part II
FG42-15 Part II
RP5-15
RP6-15
RP7-15
P93-15 Part II
RP8-15
P107-15 Part II
P109 Part II
RP9-15
RP10-15
P101-15 Part II
P150-15 Part II
P124-15 Part II
RP11-15
RP12-15
RP13-15
P113-15 Part II
RP14-15
RP15-15
P133-15 Part II
P131-15 Part II
P135-15 Part II
RP16-15
P132-15 Part II
P170-15 Part II
P172-15 Part II
P174-15 Part II
P184-15 Part II
P128-15 Part II
RP17-15
P181-15 Part II
P190-15 Part II
P178-15 Part II
P191-15 Part II
P194-15 Part II
P195-15 Part II
P197-15 Part II
P198-15 Part II
P202-15 Part II
P203-15 Part II
RP18-15
P204-15 Part II
P205-15 Part II
P215-15 Part II
P218-15 Part II
P219-15 Part II
P220-15 Part II
P221-15 Part II
P224-15 Part II
P226-15 Part II
P228-15 Part II
RP19-15
RP2
Change #
Code(s)
P3-15 Part II
RP1-15
IRC
RP2-15
P20-15 Part II
IRC
Affected
Section(s)
P202
P2503.4
P2503.5.1
P2503.7
P98-15 Part II
P166-15 Part II
P2602.1
P2602.1
P99-15 Part II
P2602.1
RP3-15
IRC
P2603.2.1
P15-15 Part II
P2605.2
P19-15 Part II
P2605.1
P115-15 Part II
P20906.5
P117-15 Part II
P51-15 Part II
P2906.9.1.5.3
Table P2701.1,
P2702.4
P2704, P3201
P53-15 Part II
RP4-15
P55-15 Part II
IRC
P2708.4
P2713.1
Notes
Position
Full open valve definition
Needs mod-add water level (test
pressure) 3rd sentence
Support
This is just adding new definition
Opposed This is impractical in some instances. Test
performed in the winter before the vent is
terminated on the roof, should be allowed
to be performed. This would not allow that.
Limited compressed gas testing of
Plastic supply
NA in NY but OK
Public,septic, greywater disposal
clarified
Will supercede 98-15 II, See Apr 2
posting of standard
Max.Screw length not limited, so
reasonable
Support of Xpansion tank, silent on howto:Mod to incl manuf specs
piping support for horizontal change in
direction
Supply piping pressure rating for hot
and cold
PEX chlorine resist rating
Sets RS for wall hung W/C carriers
Support
Support
Reason
Support
Support
This is fine
This is good change though it may be hard
to know
Adds another standard
Adds another ICC Code
Support
This is the same as P98-15
Support
Modify
What is there is fine. They gave no
evidence of problems or failures
Tanks should have their own support
Support
Looks like a good change
Support
Support
Support
Just a change in old standard
Slip joint connections and access, trap
design
matches flow to rating of faucet
Support
should look at standard, no overflow
protection seems foolhardy
Opposed OK for this though I have never heard of a
problem with this
Support
This is eliminating some ways that could be
performed
This in not practical to enforce. We will not
know what the flow of water is and that can
vary from time to time in the system
P82-15 Part II
P2713.3
P162-15 Part II
P2725, 2902.6
Humidifier discharge_supply backflow
FG42-15 Part II
P1002.2
prohibit Water htr solely as space htr- Opposed
what about access'y strctr
conditional on ICC-ES approval for use Support
put in energy code and option w/timer re- Opposed
circ valve
typical leak small discharge, #7 already Opposed
mandates visibility
RP5-15
RP6-15
IRC
IRC
RP7-15
IRC
P93-15 Part II
RP8-15
IRC
P107-15 Part II
P109 Part II
RP9-15
IRC
RP10-15
IRC
P2801.6
P2802,
2802.1,2802.2
P2804.6.1
P2902.5.4,
P2904.1
Table 2903.2
P2903.2
P2903.4,
2903.4.1,
2903.4.2
P2903.5
Option, not mandate
Opposed Are there other means to control water
hammer.
Support
Would oversize for some cases
Support
There is a requirement for Backflow for
lawn irragations
Support
New standards
Table 2903.9.4
Revise standard for plastic ball valvesck Apr 2
same as RP8-15, define Standaloneand connection points
P113-15 Part II
RP14-15
IRC
Provides another option
Removes to many options and adds to the
cost of building. Not practical
The pressure relief dos not dump the whole
tank. Pans should have drains also.
This is just to make sure that the size is the
same
Water purveyor would have say in most Support
Should not require itmes that are not
instances
necessary.
Reduce w/c flush to 1.29 gal
Opposed Make some fixtures illegal
reduce lav flow to 1.5 GPM
Support
This is better for Green Codes
Support
Seems to eliminate any other means and
are we seeing failures in these in the field
P124-15 Part II
IRC
IRC
I am not aware of why this is a problem
Support
Upsize wtr lateral to 1"
Backflow reg for yard hydrant
RP12-15
RP13-15
Support
upsize PRV dischrg for insert ftg
P2903.7
P2903.9
IRC
This is practical to have this in the code
P2804.6.1
P101-15 Part II
P150-15 Part II
RP11-15
Support
P2902.5.4,
P2904.1
P2906.6
P2906.6.1
Tbl 2906.4,5
P2906.9.1.5
Hard to regulate in the retrofit market,
OK for new
Revise RS listing
Breaks out PEX from solvent cement
section
Opposed I perfer RP8-15 and not this one. They do
the same thing
Support
Want for standard review
Support
Eliminates certain values
Support
Updating of standards
Cleaning up of the section
RP15-15
P133-15 Part II
P2906.9.1.3
P131-15 Part II
P2906.14
P135-15 Part II
P2906.17.2
Provides further options for newer
technology
No primer lang for CPVC/AL/pipe per
manuf specs-wait for RS chng
require tinning flux in advance of
anticipate RS change-wait for chng
PVC/CPVC supply transition
P2906.4 et. al
ck ICC web after April 2
RP16-15
IRC
IRC
P132-15 Part II
P170-15 Part II
P2906.20
Table 3002.1
P172-15 Part II
P174-15 Part II
P184-15 Part II
P128-15 Part II
RP17-15
P181-15 Part II
P190-15 Part II
P178-15 Part II
P191-15 Part II
P194-15 Part II
P195-15 Part II
P197-15 Part II
P2906.9.1.4
IRC
Support
This adds another item to use
Opposed Adds another item to use
Opposed Seems to be fine if they are accurate in
their reason statements
Support
Think this is a new item and as long as it
meets performance
Support
We should make sure of the standard but
this is away things are happening in the
field today and this helps bring the code up
to this work
Support
Makes new items available to
Support
Use an approved pipe in a new way
new section for "push-fit" jnts
Add ASTM F714 for undergound
polyolefin pipe
Table 3002.3
Remove pressure fitting standard for
Support
DWV (non pressure)
Table 3002.3
Add polyethylene fiitings standard for
Support
approved piping
P3003.2,
Add new standard for solvent transition Support
3003.13.4
Review Apr 2
P3003.2,3,4.1.9.3 Semantic word clean up by action
Support
committee
P3003.9.2
Provides further options for newer
Support
technology
P 3003.13.1,2,3, cleans up copper to cast wording-seems Support
OK
P3003.13.4
Plastic adaption-unclear/undefined
Opposed
terminology, ck Apr2 RS
P3005.1.6
WC 4 to 3 exception clarification
Support
P3005.2.6
Consistency use of copper alloy vs
Support
brass
P3007.3.2
Ejector sump pit confusing "grade leve"l- Support
modify to only floor lvl?
P3007.3.3
sump discharge pipe wording clean up Support
P3007.6
capacity/size of pump/ejectors- reduce Support
nonWC to 1/2"
If the proponant is correct, OK
Allows for new alteratives
The wording is not clearer and may be less
so.
Give more options for owners and builders
They are adding copper alloy in other
sections
We corrected this in an eariler proposal
This is a change for all codes
Do not see the need.
Wording is not needed
See P198
P198-15 Part II
P202-15 Part II
P3007.6
P3008.1, 3008.2
P203-15 Part II
P3008.2, .3,4,.5 . backwater v language clean up
Support
RP18-15
IRC
P204-15 Part II
P205-15 Part II
P3010.4, 3010.5
P3010.4, .5
P3011
Support
Support
Support
P215-15 Part II
P3103.1
clean up terminology
HDPE pipe/ftg clarity to ASTM std
Add new section for fold and form
technology-repair
Vent termination Could result in snow
drifted obstruction under PV
P218-15 Part II
P3107.1, .2, .3
Common vent clarification
Support
I am not sure about all of this and would
rather leave this up to John
If his reason statement is correct
Support
Like P219 better
Modify
This would undo what was jus performed in
P219. There may be parts that are fine
and should be supported.
P219-15 Part II Withdraw P3111.1
n
P220-15 Part II
P3111.1
apparently same as above
Support
Backwater valve clarification_ "normally Support/
open" usage
Modify
Combination waste and vent modify to
exception for listed disposer
same as above- is silent on type of
disposer: listed or approved
Rewok/clarify silent on above itemmodify w abv and support
P221-15 Part II
P3111.1
P224-15 Part II
P3114.1
AAV silicone rubber mandate
P226-15 Part II
P3114.8
P228-15 Part II
RP19-15
IRC
P3114.8
P3201.1 et al
prohibit use of outdoor AAV to mitigate
clearance problem
mandate "hard pipe" AAV connection
Need ICC-ES approval for application,
need access for future repair
Like this one better than P197
This seems good except for the change of
naming the section. It would seem that you
could just add "Where required" and not
eliminate the Sewage backflow
The information is important for inspectors.
Just term changes
Not sure but soound plausible
Like the thought but not sure about the
technology.
Opposed There have been a number of times that
people have not wanted to penetrate a
metal roof and side wall would be great
Opposed This will eliminate approved types of air
addmittance valves.
Support
Some instances, these being outside is an
option
Support
Not sure about this one.
Opposed Adds a new device.which if no one has any
fault with, should be added to give more
options for builders
TENTATIVE ORDER OF DISCUSSION
2015 PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE
INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE
(MECHANICAL)
The following is the tentative order in which the proposed changes to the code will be discussed at the
public hearings. Proposed changes which impact the same subject have been grouped to permit
consideration in consecutive changes.
Proposed change numbers that are indented are those which are being heard out of numerical order.
Indentation does not necessarily indicate that one change is related to another. Proposed changes may
be grouped for purposes of discussion at the hearing at the discretion of the chair. Note that some RM
code change proposals may not be included on this list, as they are being heard by another committee.
M15-15 Part II
RM1-15
RM2-15
RM3-15
RM4-15
RM5-15
RM6-15
RM7-15
RM8-15
RM9-15
RM10-15
RM11-15
M41-15 Part II
RM12-15
RM13-15
RM14-15
RM15-15
RM16-15
RM17-15
RM18-15
RM19-15
RM20-15
RM21-15
RM22-15
RM23-15
RM24-15
RM25-15
RM26-15
RM27-15
RM28-15
RM29-15
RM30-15
RM31-15
RM32-15
RM33-15
RM34-15
RM35-15
RM36-15
RM37-15
M109-15 Part III
RM38-15
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RM39-15
RM40-15
RM41-15
RM42-15
RM43-15
RM44-15
RM45-15
RM46-15
RM47-15
RM48-15
RM49-15
RM50-15
RM51-15
RM52-15
RM53-15
RM54-15
RM2
Change #
M15-15 Part II
Code(s) Affected Section(s)
IRC, IMC M1305.1.1
Notes
Deletes Central furnace regulations
Position
Support
Reason
RM1-15
IRC
M1305.1.4.2
Opposed
Opposed in support of RM-2
RM2-15
IRC
M1305.1.4.2
RM3-15
RM4-15
IRC
IRC
M1401.3
M1411.1
Revises the language for appliance pit
locations
Deletes the language for appliance pit
locations
Deletes equipment sizing exceptions
Refrigerants
RM5-15
IRC
M1411.6
Refrigerant pipe insulation New Section
Opposed
RM6-15
See
Errata
M1411.7.1
New Sections
Opposed
RM7-15
IRC
M1416 & M1416.1
New Sections
Opposed
New Standard that needs to be
vetted by ICC still. Otherwise I do
not see problem with this
RM8-15
IRC
M1502.3
New Sections
Opposed/
Modify
RM9-15
IRC
M1502.3
Duct termination
Opposed
RM10-15
RM11-15
IRC
IRC
M1502.3
M1502.3.1
Duct termination
Opposed
New Sections about dryer exhaust termination Opposed
This is one of the problems that we
are causing by the code to tighten
our dwellings. This will add air that is
cold or hot into the conditioned
environment. Keep "hood" in the
text, and there needs to be some
changes in exceptinos 3&4
Seems that this maybe covered
under general terms and not
necessary
Seems intuitive without the code
Would eliminate some options and
should be left up to Manufacture's
specifications
Support
Support
Opposed
Adds requirement for having
Mechanical Code to enforce this
one.
Could be "modified to add "or
insulation approved for this
application
The idea is fine but there could be
other means that would be effective
but not allowed under this new
section
M41-15 Part II
IRC
M1502.4.1
Material & size
Opposed
RM12-15
IRC
M1502.4.2
Duct Installation
Support
RM13-15
IRC
M1502.4.2.1
New Exhaust Termination Parthways
Opposed
RM14-15
IRC
M1503, M1503.1(New), Range Hoods, Domestic Cooking Exhaust
M1503.2 (New),
Equipment
M1503.2.1 (New)
M1503.1, M1503.2,
M1505, M1505.1
Support
RM15-15
IRC
M1503.4, M1503.4.1
M1503.4.2 (New)
Makeup air required
Opposed
RM16-15
RM17-15
RM18-15
IRC
IRC
IRC
M1503.4
M1503.4
M1503.4
Makeup air required
Makeup air required
Makeup air required
Opposed
Opposed
Opposed
RM19-15
IRC
Microwave and Clearances
Opposed
RM20-15
IRC
IRC
Exhaust openings Location and intake
openings
Exhaust openings
Support
RM21-15
M1504.1,
M1901.1M1901.2
M1506.3, R303.5,
R303.5.1, R303.5.2
M1506.3
RM22-15
IRC
M1507.2
Recirculation of air
Support
RM23-15
IRC
M1507.3
New Section
Opposed
Support
Would eliminate other ducts that
could and have been used for
exhaust
Almost does not need to be added
bu it it OK
Should be left up to Manufacture
specifications not code
This is better each time I re-read it.
It is still better than what was there.
Eliminates exception which should
not be. The reason section talks
about items that are not covered
under this section. There may be
good parts but needs further work
Need to remove "hood" Change 3 &
4 to "a & b.
Not sure that removal of section
1504.1 is necessary.
#4 of exception should be removed
OK
Good to have information in both
locations
Support with the idea that adds
clarity
Not sure that this is necessary
RM24-15
IRC
Whole House Mechanical Ventilation System Opposed
Understand the purpose of the
proposal but it is very complicated
for those not used to doing this type
of work.
IRC
IRC
N1507.3, M1507.3.1,
M1507.3.2,
M1507.3.3,Table
M1507.3.3(1), Table
M1507.3.3(2),
M1507.3.4 (new),
Mtable M1507.4.4,
M1507.3.5 (New),
M1506.4, Table
M1507.4
M1507.3.2
M1507.3.3
RM25-15
RM26-15
System Controls
Mechanical Ventilation rate
Opposed
Support
RM27-15
IRC
M1507.4
New
Opposed
RM28-15
IRC
M1507.4
? Local exhaust rates
Opposed
RM29-15
RM30-15
IRC
IRC
M1601.1.1
M1601.1.1
Above-ground duct systems
Above-ground duct systems
Support
Support
RM31-15
IRC
M1601.1.1
Above-ground duct systems
Support
RM32-15
IRC
M1601.1.1
Above-ground duct systems
Support
RM33-15
IRC
M1601.1.1
Above-ground duct systems
Support
RM34-15
IRC
M1601.1.2
Underground duct systems
Opposed
RM35-15
IRC
M1601.4.1 and New
ones
New-Non metallic Ducts. The reference
standard is not developed with a consensus
process.
Opposed
Not necessary
Seems easier to review and enforce.
Should make sure about standard
though
Would not allow for Natural draft
type without a ventilation system
This takes control away from the
owner and increases the cost.
Make it more clear
Give greater flexibility for builders to
use for ducts
This is better than the other one and
is in a right location
This maybe not allowed by Energy
Code as you have to have duct
sealing and tested duct systems
Would support if you remove the
word at "6". I like 29 better
This is complicated to enforce. How
am I to determine "2 inches of W.C.
for not less than 5 minutes
It would appear that we are trying to
make this code a "step-by-step" book
for construction. Some of this needs
to be left up to the contractor and
owner
RM36-15
IRC
M1601.4.1 and New
ones
Joints, seams and connections
Opposed
RM37-15
IRC
M1602.2
Retun air openings
Support
M109-15 Part III IRC
M1602.3 (New)
Adds requirements for circulating air
Opposed
RM38-15
M2005.1, M2005.2,
M2005.2.2
Water heaters
Opposed
RM39-15
M2006.1, M2006.3
Pool heaters
Support
RM40-15
Table M2101.1,
M2103.3
Table M2101.1, Table
M2105.4
Table 2101.1
Table M2101.1, Table
M2105.4, table
M2105.5, M2105.13,
M2105.13.3 New,
M2105.13.4 New
Table M2101.9
M2101.10
M2101.10
M2101.10
Hydronic piping materials
Support
I would say that removing the
sentence in section M2005.1 is
wrong. The proponent adds it in the
lower section but that Is about
"access" and not compling with a
code section. Some good points but
it needs more cleaning up as the
proponent states.
Have not looked at the new
Standards but should so this is a wait
and see.
This seems fine to add
Hydronic piping materials
Support
This seems reasonable
Hydronic piping materials
Hydronic piping materials
Support
Neutral
Sound fine if it is true.
Waiting for the standard to be
reviewed.
Hanger Spacing Intervals
Tests
Tests
Tests
Support
Support
Support
Opposed
Just clarifying the section
This is good, but see below
Like this one better than RM45-15
I agree with him that it is not
necessary
RM41-15
RM42-15
RM43-15
RM44-15
RM45-15
RM46-15
RM47-15
It would appear that some changes
in the 2015 cycle left out, but this is
unclear
This seems intuitive but it would
make it a requirement
RM48-15
M2103.2, M2103.2.1,
M2103.2.2
Thermal barrier required
Opposed
RM49-15
M2103.3
Piping Joints
Opposed
RM50-15
Table M2105.4, Table Ground-source loop pipe
M2105.5
Table M2105.4, Table Ground-source loop pipe
M2105.5
M2005.1, M2301.2.1,
Solar Energy
M2301.2.2.2,
M2301.2.4,M2301.2.6,
M2301.2.8,
M2301.2.11.1, M2301.3,
M2301.3.1, M2301.3.2,
M2301.2.6.1(new),
M2301.2.6.2 (New)
Opposed
RM53-15
M2301.3.3
Labeling of solar energy sytem
Opposed
RM54-15
R202(New),
M2301.4.1.1(New),
M2301.4.1.2(New)
Food and non food grade liquids
Opposed
RM51-15
RM52-15
Support
Support
I disagree. This is a "stand alone
code" and therefore making person
or inspectors go to another code is
wrong.
Would like to hear the discussion
about this. I seem to think that it is
not necessary.
Would wait for the standard to be
ready for submission
Approve this one in favor of the
previous one
The standard is not new so we are
good to go.
This may increase cost by minor but
it is another step that installers are
going to have to do. Not only will this
cost more, it is another item that is
mandated to do that can be
accomplished by other means. This
information is in the contract and
should be part of the record that
owner keeps
Water as "FOOD GRADE FLUID"?
This seems overly protective. Not
sure that it is needed. This should be
covered by the manufacturer
specifications.
TENTATIVE ORDER OF DISCUSSION
2015 PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE
INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE
The following is the tentative order in which the proposed changes to the code will be discussed at the
public hearings. Proposed changes which impact the same subject have been grouped to permit
consideration in consecutive changes.
Proposed change numbers that are indented are those which are being heard out of numerical order.
Indentation does not necessarily indicate that one change is related to another. Proposed changes may
be grouped for purposes of discussion at the hearing at the discretion of the chair. Note that some PM
code change proposals may not be included on this list, as they are being heard by another committee.
PM1-15
PM2-15
PM3-15
PM4-15
PM5-15
PM6-15
PM7-15
PM8-15
PM9-15
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PM2
Change #
PM1-15
Code(s) Affected Section(s)
IPMC
301.4 (New), [A] 110.1, 202
(New),
PM2-15
IPMC
PM3-15
IPMC
PM4-15
IPMC
304.1.1, 305.1.1, 306.1.1
PM5-15
IPMC
PM6-15
IPMC
505.4, 505.5 (New), 505.6
(New), 505.7 (New), 505.8
(New)
505.5 (New), 505.5.1 (New)
PM7-15
PM8-15
PM9-15
IPMC
IPMC
IPMC
602.6 (New)
603.1
Appendix B (New), Chapter 8
202, 302.5, 302.5.1 (New),
302.5.2 (New), 309.1, 309.2,
309.5, B101 (New), B101.1
(New),B101.2 (New), B101.3
(New), B101.4 (New)
202, 302.7, 304.1, 304.4,
304.11, 305.1, 305.2, 306.1
Notes
Position Reason
Adds a provision for flood hazard areas
Opposed We would rather get the repairs
that makes the cost of all repairs to be
done
included in determining the cost of
substantial improvement
Revises language for infestation and adds Opposed The language contains provisions
a new appendix
that are not enforceable. Oppose
because it is way too specific. If
modifications are made we may
support
Revises the language in an attempt to
Opposed
clarify the structural maintenance
provisions
Revises and deletes language in the
Opposed
unsafe sections in an attempt to
reference the IBC or IEBC instead
Adds language for regulating hot water
Support Support anti-scald not all the
temperatures and adds new reference
language
standards.
Adds provisions for nonpotable water
Support
reuse systems
Adds a new section for freeze protection Support
Adds the term "equipment" to the section Support
Adds a new appendix for asbestos, radon Opposed No enforceable language.
and similar
Document is a website
database for a government
organization that catalogs
lead-based paint hazards. As
this is not a specific standard,
a review cannot be made
TENTATIVE ORDER OF DISCUSSION
2015 PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE
INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE
The following is the tentative order in which the proposed changes to the code will be discussed at the
public hearings. Proposed changes which impact the same subject have been grouped to permit
consideration in consecutive changes.
Proposed change numbers that are indented are those which are being heard out of numerical order.
Indentation does not necessarily indicate that one change is related to another. Proposed changes may
be grouped for purposes of discussion at the hearing at the discretion of the chair. Note that some EB
code change proposals may not be included on this list, as they are being heard by another committee.
EB1-15
EB76-15
EB2-15
EB17-15
EB26-15
EB4-15
EB5-15
EB6-15
EB7-15
EB8-15
EB9-15
EB10-15
EB11-15
EB32-15
EB12-15
EB14-15
EB15-15
EB16-15
EB18-15
EB19-15
EB21-15
EB25-15
EB22-15
E57-15 Part II
EB23-15
EB24-15
EB27-15
EB28-15
EB29-15
E147-15 Part II
EB30-15
EB31-15
EB13-15
EB34-15
EB33-15
EB20-15
EB66-15
EB35-15
EB94-15
EB36-15
EB37-15
EB38-15
EB39-15
EB40-15
EB41-15
EB42-15
EB43-15
EB44-15
EB45-15
EB46-15
EB49-15
EB47-15
EB48-15
EB50-15
EB3-15
EB51-15
EB52-15
EB53-15
EB54-15
EB55-15
EB56-15
EB57-15
EB58-15
EB59-15
EB60-15
EB61-15
EB62-15
EB63-15
EB64-15
EB65-15
EB67-15
EB68-15 Part I
EB68-15 Part II
EB69-15
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EB70-15
EB71-15
EB72-15
EB73-15
EB74-15
EB75-15
EB77-15
EB78-15
EB79-15
EB80-15
EB81-15
EB82-15
EB83-15
EB84-15
EB85-15
EB86-15
EB87-15
EB88-15
EB89-15
EB90-15
EB91-15
EB92-15
EB2
Change #
EB1-15
Code(s)
IEBC
Affected Section(s)
101.4.2, 301.1.1, 301.1.3,
301.1.2, 1301.2, 1401.3.2
Notes
Add reference to the retroactive and
maintenance requirements of the Fire
Code
Position
Opposed/
Modify
EB76-15
IEBC
1401.3.2
Where the IFC or IPMC conflict the
Section 1401.3.2, the provisions of
Section 1401.3.2 takes precedence
Opposed
EB2-15
IEBC
104.2.1, 302.3, 401.2.1,
Changes all reference of "building official" Support
401.3, [BS] 404.2.1, 407.1, or "building code official" to "Code
407.1.1, 408.2, [BS]
Official".
A106.2, [BS] A107.1, [BS]
A108.1, [BS] A113.7,
[BS]A206.2, [BS] A505.1
EB17-15
IEBC
401.3, 1401.3.1
EB26-15
IEBC
404.1, 502.1
EB4-15
IEBC
202 (New)
EB5-15
IEBC
301.1
EB6-15
IEBC
301.1
EB7-15
IEBC
301.1, 301.2 (New)
Deletes the Dangerous conditions and the Opposed
Hazards sections.
Reason
1. Unable to determine retroactive
and maintenance requirements. 2. It
is not proper for Section 301.1.2 the
Work Area Method. 3. The
retroactive and maintenance
requirements are OK for 301.1.1 the
Prescriptive Method.
There are no provisions in Section
1401.3.2? If the intent is the entire
chapter 14, then there still is a
problem, the provisions are not
similar enough to compare to.
This clarifies and makes the term
consistent.
Not all communities use Chapter 1.
Also, Chapter 1 states "as provided in
this code"
Attempts to clarify the difference between Modification Retain Section 401.2 because
maintenance and repair.
Section 404 does not describe the
materials permitted.
Adds a new definition of "Existing
Neutral
Not sure that the last sentence
Structure"
regarding flood hazard is necessary
because that is what the first
sentence says already.
Flood hazard clarification so that the code Neutral
It may add some clarity.
official does not undermine the structural
requirements
Adds reference to other compliance
Support
It may add some clarity.
methods
Separates out the seismic design criteria Support
It may add some clarity.
EB8-15
IEBC
301.1, [BS] 301.1.4, [BS] Separates out the seismic design criteria Support
301.1.4.1, [BS] Table
301.1.1.4.1, [BS]
301.1.4.2, [BS] Table
301.1.1.4.2, 303 (New)
301.1, 301.1.1, Chapter 4, Deletes the Prescriptive Method from the Support
1401.2.5, [BS] B101.3,
IEBC
[BS] B101.4
It may add some clarity.
EB9-15
IEBC
EB10-15
IEBC
301.1 (New), 301.2 (New),
301.1, 301.1.1, 301.1.2,
301.1.3, 401.1, 401.1.1,
401.2.2, 404, 501.1,
501.1.1, 502, 1401.1,
301.1, 301.2 (New),
301.1.2, 301.1.3, 301.3
(New), 401.1, 401.1.1, 409,
Chapter 13, 1401.1
The concept is needed. Repairs
should be it's own chapter, this way
damaged buildings could be
addressed better. Then the
Classification of work could be
The concept is needed. Then the
Classification of work could be
moved to the general and each work
type would have a chapter.
EB11-15
IEBC
EB32-15
IEBC
409
EB12-15
IEBC
301.1.1, 301.1.2, 301.1.3
Attempts to clarify the language
Modify
EB14-15
IEBC
Removes duplicate and unneeded
provisions
Support
EB15-15
IEBC
401.2, 401.2.1, 401.2.2,
401.2.3, 403.1, 404.1,
602.1, 602.2
401.2.1, 401.2.2, 602.1,
602.2
Removes duplicate and unneeded
provisions
Oppose in
Support of
EB 14-15
Removes the topic of Repairs from the
methods and makes it it's own chapter
Support,
needs more
review,
maybe
modification
Removes the topic of Relocated Buildings Support,
from the methods and makes it it's own
needs more
chapter
review,
maybe
modification
s
Deletes Moved buildings section
Support,
needs
review
This would make the use of the IEBC
more effective with less confusion for
code changes. This aligns with the
deletion of Chapter 34 of the IBC
More review would be needed to
make sure that the relocated
buildings section addresses all issues
for moved buildings.
Modify to delete the prescriptive
based on EB 9 through 11. Further
Modify by changing the sentence to
"The repair, alteration, addition,
change of occupancy including…..
This proposal misses some sections
that should be addressed
EB16-15
IEBC
401.2.4 (New)
New section that is the same as IEBC
803.6 for fire resistance ratings
EB18-15
IEBC
401.4 (New), 804.2.4.1
(New)
Proposal to allow Pyrophoric materials in OPPOSE
existing buildings based solely on some
type of suppression system
EB19-15
IEBC
Attempt to clarify "no less conforming" to Opposed
"no less complying"
EB21-15
IEBC
EB25-15
IEBC
402.1, 403.1, [BS] 403.9,
407.1, 601.2, 608.1, 805.2,
[BS] 807.6
402.6 (New), 403.11
(New), 804.4.4 (New),
1105 (New), 1105.1 (New)
403.11 (New), 703.2 (New)
EB22-15
IEBC
403.1, 801.3, 1401.2.6
(New)
Adds provisions for carbon monoxide
alarms to reflect IFC 1103.9
Oppose
Neutral
Adds provisions for carbon monoxide
Oppose
alarms to reflect IFC 1103.9
Add language similar to IBC 3004.2.2 for Oppose /
reduced width of escalators in below
Modify
grade transportation facilities
Hopefully the prescriptive provisions
are removed. If not then still oppose
because the prescriptive
requirements would send you to the
IBC anyway.
There are a significant amount of
regulations regarding Pyrophoric
materials that are not addressed
here. Pyrophoric materials can pose
a detonation hazard or deflagration
hazards. There are operating permits
required, explosion venting and
prevention systems and alarms, max
quantities that can be stored, used or
be at workstations. There are
electrical requirements, liquid tight
floors etc etc etc etc...
Modify to strike out the language for
chapter 4 if the prescriptive chapter is
deleted.
This language should not be placed
in Alteration Level1
The Exception in the IBC states: The
clear width is not required in existing
facilities undergoing alterations . This
was not intended to allow new
escalators to be less than 32", it was
meant that alterations to existing
escalators could be done without
requiring the minimum 32" if they did
not have it.
E57-15 Part II
IBC, IEBC New definition, 406 (New), Provides language for school locks in
704.2 (New)
group E.
Oppose /
Modify
EB23-15
IEBC
Neutral
403.2 (New), 704.1, 704.2 Provides language for school locks in
(New)
group E.
EB24-15
IEBC
403.1
Attempts to make smoke alarm language
consistent in chapter 4
EB27-15
IEBC
405.1.3, 805.3.1.2.1
Adds language to allow fire escape
ladders
EB28-15
IEBC
405.5
Modifies language for opening protectives
along fire escapes
EB29-15
IEBC
406.2, 406.3, 702.4, 702.5 Window control devices for 1 and 2 family
and townhouses.
E147-15 Part II IEBC
406, 406.4 (New), 701.4
Emergency escape window requirements
(New)
that are found in the IBC
EB30-15
IEBC
407.1, 410.4
Change of occupancy
language/clarification attempt
EB31-15
IEBC
408.3 (New), 1203.2 (New) Reference to fire code for fire protection
plans
EB13-15
IEBC
301.1.5 (New)
Language to retain the 2009 ANSI
A117.1.
EB34-15
IEBC
410.2 (New), 410.7,
Language to retain the 2009 ANSI
705.1.1 (New), 705.1.13, A117.1.
705.2, 1012.8.2
EB33-15
IBC, IEBC 410, 705, 801.1, 806,
Moves all the accessibility requirements
901.2, 906, 1006,
into chapter 3.
1012.1.4, 1012.8, 1105,
1204, 1401.2.5, B101.3,
B101.4, B102.2.3
EB20-15
IEBC
402.1.1 (New), 410.6,
Accessible means of egress for additions
705.1, 1105.2 (New)
EB66-15
IEBC
906.3 (New)
Accessible means of egress for
alterations
EB35-15
IEBC
410.2, 705.1, 1508.2 (New) Attempts to clarify the "maximum extent
feasible" issue
Oppose
Oppose
Neutral
Oppose
Support
The proponent states that this
proposal will not require existing
doors to comply, however the
language does require it.
Oppose in support of deletion of
Chapter 4.
Language is not needed, 805.3.1.2.1
does not prohibit them
Oppose in support of deletion of
Chapter 4.
oppose only because the IEBC/IRC
issue is not fully resolved
I attempted to do this last code cycle
Opposed
Support
Support
Support
Opposed
Support
Opposed
Neutral
Existing buildings would be difficult to
comply with the new A117.1
Existing buildings would be difficult to
comply with the new A117.1
Opposed to moving requirements to
chapter 3, this will lead to code
changes to chapter 3 in order to
apply to all methods
EB94-15
IEBC
705.1.2
Adds language to require audio video for Opposed
deaf and speech impaired
410.3, 705.1.13
Clarification language for accessible
Support
means of egress
410.4.1, 410.4.2, 1012.8.1, Adds a 3000 sqft limiting factor for
Support
1012.8.2
change of occupancy
EB36-15
IEBC
EB37-15
IEBC
EB38-15
IEBC
410.4.2, 1012.8.2
EB39-15
IEBC
410.6
EB40-15
IEBC
410.8.1, 705.1.1
EB41-15
IEBC
410.8.4, 806.2
EB42-15
IEBC
410.8.6, 410.8.7, 410.8.8
EB43-15
IEBC
EB44-15
Opposed
410.8.8, 410.8.9 (New)
Requires at least one accessible route
throughout the building
Eliminates a portion of the accessibility
requirements in chapter 4
Alteration to entrance accessibility
requirements clarification
Accessible route required when major
structural modifications are made in order
to construct an escalator
Requires compliance with IBC Chapter 9
for visible alarms
Attempts to clarify language in chapter 4
IEBC
410.8.8, 410.8.9
Attempts to clarify language in chapter 4
Opposed
EB45-15
IEBC
410.8.9, 705.1.6
EB46-15
IEBC
Modifies accessibility language for jury
boxes
410.8.10, 410.9.4, 705.1.9, Modifies language for unisex toilet room
1204.1.4
Neutral
This would be costly for existing
elevators
This would allow small buildings to
undergo a change of occupancy
without full compliance with
accessibility.
This could be difficult and costly for
existing buildings
Oppose in support of deletion of
Chapter 4.
Support
Support
Neutral
Opposed
Support
Support
Oppose in support of deletion of
Chapter 4.
Oppose in support of deletion of
Chapter 4. Furthermore adding the
term additions does not cover change
of occupancy with additional units, it
implies that it is only required if an
addition is built.
Oppose in support of deletion of
Chapter 4. Furthermore adding the
term additions does not cover change
of occupancy with additional units, it
implies that it is only required if an
addition is built.
EB49-15
IEBC
410.8.11 (New), 806.3
(New)
Requirements for family or assisted use
toilet rooms
Opposed
EB47-15
EB48-15
IEBC
IEBC
410.9, 1204.1, 1205.15
410.9.3, 1204.1.3
Support
Support
EB50-15
IEBC
Chapters 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10,
11, 12, 13
Clerical corrections
Changes the term from "Main" entrance
to "Public" entrance for accessible
entrances
Proposal to place the work area method
into one single chapter
EB3-15
IEBC
202 (New), 501.2.1 (New)
Adds a new definition of "Damage" and a Opposed
new section for reconfiguration of space
EB51-15
IEBC
202, 502.4(New)
EB52-15
EB53-15
IEBC
IEBC
EB54-15
IEBC
601.2, 608.1
202 (New), 609.1, 609.3
(New), 609.4 (New),
609.4.1 (New), 609.4.2
(New), Chapter 16
609.2
An attempt to clarify what is excluded
from alterations
References damage in repairs
Adds scald protection in the Repairs
chapter
EB55-15
IEBC
705.1.5
Deletes the section for the exception to
raised dining areas
EB56-15
IEBC
705.1.13
Removes "element, space, or area" from Opposed
the text
EB57-15
IEBC
802.1
Removes special occupancy section from Support
alteration level 2
Opposed
Section 806 refers you to Section 705
which contains an allowance for
family or assisted use toilet room
Oppose in favor of deletion of
chapter 4. This would not be needed.
If chapter 4 is not deleted then we
could support this option.
The language of 5% of spatial
volume is unenforceable.
Opposed
Support
Opposed
Adds additional exceptions to water closet Opposed
replacements
Opposed
Repairs are for damaged facilities.
The repairs chapter would already
allow for the re-installation of existing
fixtures, or like kind
This would require an accessible
route to raised dining areas in
existing buildings undergoing an
alteration level 1.
Leaving the language to just facility
may lead to mis-application of the
code to only facilities. The user would
have to rely on the definition. The
current language is useful here.
Support, however if there are any
changes that would affect these uses,
then this language would have to be
retained.
EB58-15
IEBC
804.2.2
Removes R4 occupancies from this
Section
Opposed
EB59-15
IEBC
804.2.2
Opposed
EB60-15
IEBC
804.2.3
EB61-15
IEBC
804.2.4
EB62-15
IEBC
804.4.1.7
EB63-15
IEBC
EB64-15
EB65-15
IEBC
IEBC
805.3, 805.3.1, 805.3.1.1,
Table 805.3.1.1(1) (New),
Table 805.3.1.1(2) (New)
805.3.1.1
906.2
Revises fire protection water supply
requirements
Revises fire protection water supply
requirements
Revises fire protection water supply
requirements
Attempts to clarify the requirements for
Group R4 alarm systems
Revises single exist building language
Revises single exist building language
Removes type B dwelling unit exception
Opposed
Opposed
EB67-15
IEBC
EB68-15 Part I IEBC
EB68-15 Part II IBC
Support
Modify by removing the word "site"
Opposed
Modify by removing the word "site"
Neutral
Opposed
Table 1012.4, Table
Revises the tables by adding specific
1012.5
conditions to R4 occupancies
1106 (New), 1106.1 (New), Adds language for storm shelters
1106.1.1 (New), 1106.1.2
(New), 1401.2.3.1 (New),
402.6 (New)
Neutral
Adds and revises language for storm
shelters
Support
Relocates sections for clarification
Removes limitation of finishes to only
walls and ceilings
Removes language that belongs in
chapter 1
Adds chapter 4 to the language to allow
for compliance option
Support
Support
EB69-15
EB70-15
IEBC
IEBC
423, 423.1.1, 423.4,
423.4.2 (New), 423.4.1
(New)
1202.2, 1202.3
1203.5
EB71-15
IEBC
1401.2
EB72-15
IEBC
1401.2
The reason statement states that R4
would never have more than 30
occupants, but fails to address more
than one tenant.
We support the need to further clarify
the single exit buildings, but this
language is not acceptable
The reason statement states that it is
to coordinate with chapter 4. Our
preference would be to delete
chapter 4 and retain this language.
Support
Support
Opposed
In favor of deletion of chapter 4
EB73-15
IEBC
1401.2.3
Deletes reference to the IEBC as a
reference for additions
Revises language for portions of building
that do not conform
Revises language to add all methods for
accessibility compliance
Neutral
EB74-15
IEBC
1401.2.4
EB75-15
IEBC
1401.2.5
EB77-15
IEBC
1401.6
Adds clarification language to the
Evaluation section
Revises table for separation values
Support
EB78-15
IEBC
Table 1401.6.4
EB79-15
IEBC
1401.6.6, 1401.6.6.1
EB80-15
IEBC
1401.6.8
Adds clarification language for Vertical
Support
opening value to not exceed 2
Adds language that require smoke alarms Neutral
EB81-15
IEBC
Table 1401.6.8
Revises table to replace "-" with "NA"
Neutral
EB82-15
IEBC
Table 1401.6.9
Support
EB83-15
IEBC
1401.6.12.1
Revises table by separating out F and M
occupancies and giving them different
values than S occupancies
Attempts to clarify dead end corridor
values as not a fixed number
EB84-15
IEBC
1401.6.15.1
Revises the means of egress emergency Support/
lighting values
Modify
EB85-15
IEBC
1401.6.17
EB86-15
IEBC
1401.6.17, Table
1401.6.17, 1401.6.17.1
Revises to provide sprinklers in change of Support
occupancy to Group R
Revises sprinkler values and language
Opposed
Support
Opposed/
Modify
Neutral
Support/
Modify
Modify to reference the IBC because
the user is utilizing the Performance
Chapter
We agree with the idea of increasing
the values, just not sure what
methodology is used to come up with
a number
It helps with clarification and use
Though I agree with the reason
statement, the Performance chapter
is intended to evaluate the building.
There should be values for all
occupancies because this method is
an evaluation of the building. Modify
by stating cannot use.
Not sure that a minimum needs to be
in the language. I agree with the less
than or equal to sign.
I believe that this section should be
for the whole mean of egress lighting
not just emergency lighting.
Do not agree with the increase in the
table values
EB87-15
IEBC
Table 1401.6.17
Revises sprinkler values for R
occupancies
Support/
Modify
EB88-15
IEBC
Table 1401.6.17
Opposed
EB89-15
IEBC
EB90-15
IEBC
Table 1401.6.17, Table
1401.6.18
Table 1401.6.18
Revises sprinkler value table with a new
footnote to increase the values based on
quick response heads or early
suppression design
Revises the values in sprinkler and
standpipe tables
Revises the standpipe value table
EB91-15
IEBC
Table 1401.6.18
Revises the standpipe value table
Neutral
EB92-15
IEBC
Table 1401.7
Revises the Performance Compliance
Summary Sheet to add not applicable
value to standpipes column for means of
egress
Support
Neutral
Opposed
We agree with the idea of increasing
the values, just not sure what
methodology is used to come up with
a number
Possibly modify to a 1 point for group
f
Not sure what the methodology is for
the changes
The values should not be comparable
Not sure what the methodology is for
the changes
Standpipes would not have an impact
on the means of egress and therefore
should not receive the value.
TENTATIVE ORDER OF DISCUSSION
2015 PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE
INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE
(GENERAL)
The following is the tentative order in which the proposed changes to the code will be discussed at the
public hearings. Proposed changes which impact the same subject have been grouped to permit
consideration in consecutive changes.
Proposed change numbers that are indented are those which are being heard out of numerical order.
Indentation does not necessarily indicate that one change is related to another. Proposed changes may
be grouped for purposes of discussion at the hearing at the discretion of the chair. Note that some G code
change proposals may not be included on this list, as they are being heard by another committee.
Chapter 2
G1-15
G2-15
G237-15
G6-15
G8-15
G9-15
G11-15
G12-15
G20-15
Chapter 3
E5-15 Part II
G22-15
G23-15
G24-15
G131-15
G134-15
G166-15
G25-15
G26-15
G27-15
G29-15
G30-15
G31-15
G36-15
G48-15
G13-15
G141-15
G222-15
G28-15
G32-15
G33-15
G34-15
G35-15
G37-15
G38-15
G7-15
G39-15
G40-15
G41-15
G42-15
G43-15
G44-15
G45-15
G46-15
G47-15
Chapter 4
G49-15
G50-15
G51-15
G52-15
G53-15
G54-15
G55-15
G56-15
G57-15
G58-15
G59-15
G60-15
G61-15
G62-15
G63-15
G64-15
G65-15
G66-15
G67-15
G68-15
G69-15
G70-15
G71-15
G72-15
G73-15
G74-15
G75-15
G76-15
G77-15
G78-15
G79-15
G80-15
G81-15
G82-15
G83-15
G84-15
G85-15
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G87-15
G3-15
G88-15
G89-15
G90-15
G91-15
G92-15
G93-15
G94-15
G95-15
G18-15
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G100-15
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G103-15
G104-15
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G107-15
G108-15
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G110-15
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G117-15
G118-15
G119-15
G120-15
G121-15
G123-15
G122-15
G124-15
G125-15
G126-15
G4-15
G19-15
G127-15
G128-15
Chapter 5
G129-15
G130-15
G132-15
G133-15
G135-15
G136-15
G137-15
G138-15
G139-15
G142-15
G144-15
G143-15
G145-15
G140-15
G152-15
G171-15
G146-15
G147-15
G148-15
G149-15
G150-15
G151-15
G153-15
G154-15
G155-15
G156-15
G157-15
G158-15
G159-15
G160-15
G161-15
G162-15
G163-15
G164-15
G165-15
Chapter 6
G2
G167-15
G168-15
G169-15
G170-15
G172-15
G173-15
G174-15
G175-15
G176-15
G177-15
G178-15
G179-15
G180-15
G181-15
G182-15
G183-15
G184-15
G185-15
Chapter 12
G186-15
G187-15
G188-15
G189-15
G190-15
G191-15
P54-15 Part II
G216-15
G217-15
G218-15
G219-15
G220-15
G211-15
G221-15
G223-15
G224-15
Chapter 33
G225-15
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G228-15
G229-15
G230-15
G231-15
G232-15
Appendix I
G233-15
Appendix N (New)
G234-15
G235-15
G236-15
Chapter 15
S7-15
S8-15
S9-15
Chapter 27
G192-15 Part I
Chapter 29
G193-15
P46-15 Part II
Chapter 30
G194-15
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G208-15
Chapter 30 (New)
G209-15
Chapter 31
G212-15
G213-15
G214-15
G215-15
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G3
Change #
Code(s)
Affected Section(s)
Notes
G1-15
IBC
202
Revises the definition of Building Area Opposed
G2-15
G237-15
G6-15
IBC
IBC
IBC
202
202
202
G8-15
G9-15
G11-15
G12-15
G20-15
IBC
IBC
IBC
IBC
IBC
202
202
202
202
202
Revises the definition of
Revises the definition of
Revises the definition of
Care
Revises the definition of
Revises the definition of
Revises the definition of
Revises the definition of
Revises the definition of
Pool
E5-15 Part II
IBC
G22-15
G23-15
Part II: Chapter 3,
301, 301.1, 302,
302.1, 302.2 (New)
IBC, IFC 304.2, [F] 307.2,
308.2, 310.2, 402.2,
404.1.1, 406.2,
408.1.1, 410.2, 411.2,
412.2, [F] 415.2, [F]
421.2, 423.2, 502.1,
702.1, 722.1.1, 802.1,
902.1, 1002.1,
1102.1, 1202.1,
1402.1, 1502.1, 1602,
1602.1, 1609.2,
1612.2, 1613.2,
IBC
302.1, 508.2.4,
508.3.3
Position
Building Area Neutral
Attic
Support
Custodial
Neutral
Dwelling
Sleeping Unit
Food Court
Grade Plane
Swimming
Reason
The proposed language does not add clarity
The reason statement has some validity
Opposed
Neutral
Support
Support
Opposed
The IBC uses the term in general for
occupancy classifications etc. We agree that
the 24" requirement should be deleted
Determination of occupant load and occupancy
Opposed
classification
Revises the language for definitions
found in other parts of the code
G24-15
IBC
G131-15
IBC
Revises the language by adding
requirements for separation of roof
decks
302.1, 503.1.4 (New) Revises the section regarding
occupancy classification, and adds a
new section for roof decks
503.1.4 (New), 1004.5 Adds a new section for occupied roofs
G134-15
IBC
504.4
Support /
Modify
Modify by deleting sections 304.2, [F] 307.2,
308.2, 310.2, 402.2, 404.1.1, 406.2, 408.1.1,
410.2, 411.2, 412.2, [F] 415.2, [F] 421.2,
423.2, 502.1, 702.1, 722.1.1, 802.1, 902.1,
1002.1, 1102.1, 1202.1, 1402.1, 1502.1,
1602, 1609.2, 1612.2, 1613.2, 1615.2,
1702.1, 1802.1, 2302.1, 2402.1, 2502.1,
2602.1, 3102.2, 3105.2, 3110.2 entirely as
these are not needed. And revise sections
1602.1 and 2102.1 to refer to just notations.
Support
Roof decks represent a distinct hazard and
should be separated from the remainder of
the building
Roof decks should be classified based on
their use not on the occupancy that they are
accessory to.
Section Tables 504.3 and 504.4 are not
related to permitted uses, they are for
allowable building height
Opposed
Opposed
Revises the language to exempt an
Opposed
occupied roof from being considered a
story
G166-15
IBC
511.1 (New), 511.2
(New), 511.3 (New),
511.4 (New)
303.1.1, 303.1.2
Adds new sections for occupied roofs
G25-15
IBC
G26-15
IBC
G27-15
IBC
G29-15
IBC
G30-15
IBC
G31-15
IBC
G36-15
IBC
G48-15
IBC
G13-15
G141-15
IBC
IBC
G222-15
IBC
G28-15
IBC
303.5
Adds Sports practice facilities to Group Neutral
A4
G32-15
IBC
202 (New), 308.3,
310.6, 420.4
Adds a definition and new sections for
Crisis Centers
Revises the assembly occupancy
requirement for occupant loads less
than 50
303.1.1, 303.1.2
Attempts to clarify the assembly
occupancy requirement for occupant
loads less than 50
303.4
Adds Greenhouses to Group A3
occupancy
304.1
Adds Greenhouses to Group B
occupancy
305.1.2 (New)
Adds a new section to Group E
occupancies for Greenhouses
accessory to Group E
306.3
Adds production greenhouses to Group
F2 occupancy
309.1
Adds greenhouses with public access
wtih plants for display and sale to
Group M occupancy
312.1, 312.1.1 (New) Removes greenhouses from Group U
and adds a new section
202 (New)
Adds a new definition for Greenhouse
TABLE 506.2
Revises table 506.2 for greenhouse
maximum area
3112 (New), 3112.1 Adds a new section and sub-sections
(New), 3112.2 (New), for Greenhouses
3112.3 (New), 3112.4
(New), 3112.5 (New),
3112.6 (New),
3112.6.1 (New)
Opposed
The language appears to be for events
Support
Modify by adding group M as well
Support
Opposed
Exhibition halls are already in this section
Opposed
Support
Support
Support
Opposed
Neutral
Opposed
Opposed
Opposed
The language would not correlate with the
previous proposals. For Example a
greenhouse that is an M occupancy would
not have to be accessible?
Not sure why A4, it could be eitherA3 or A4.
A4 is typically for Events and A3 is is for
recreation and Assembly not classified
elsewhere
The language is too vague and the definition
adds language regarding occupant
prompting
G33-15
IBC, IFC 308.3.4, 308.4.2,
Revises the language by deleting the
310.5.1, [F] 903.2.8.4 allowance for compliance with the
(IFC 903.2.8.4)
Residential Code
G34-15
IBC
308.3.4, 308.4.2,
310.5.1
G35-15
IBC
202 (New), 308.2,
Adds provisions for "lockup facilities"
308.5, 308.5.6 (New)
Opposed
G37-15
IBC
310.4, 310.5
Revises the section by moving
boarding houses and similar
occupancies into congregate living
facilities
IBC
310.4
Adds "Student residence facilities" to
dormitories in group R2
IBC, IFC 421, [F] 421.1, [F]
Moves Hydrogen Fuel Cell
421.2, [F] 421.3, [F] requirements from chapter 4, Special
421.4, [F] 421.4.1, [F] Occupancy requirements to chapter 5
421.4.2, [F] 421.5, [F] Incidental uses
421.6, [F] 421.6.1, [F]
421.6.2, [F]
421.6.3, [F] 421.6.4,
[F] 421.7, [F] 421.8
Neutral
G39-15
IBC
310.4
Neutral
G40-15
IBC
310.5, 310.5.2
G41-15
IBC
310.5.2
G42-15
IBC
310.6
G43-15
IBC
311.1.1
G44-15
IBC
311.2
G45-15
IBC
202, 202 (New),
312.1, C101.1
G46-15
IBC
312.1
G38-15
G7-15
Opposed
Some jurisdictions do not adopt the sprinkler
provisions, the current language needs to
remain
Deletes the sprinkler requirement from Opposed
this occupancy
Some jurisdictions do not adopt the sprinkler
provisions, the current language needs to
remain
This would allow a lockup facility to be in a
mall. Furthermore not sure how this
addresses the I occupancy conditions
Adds "Condominiums (nontransient)" to
Group R2
Revises the language for lodging
houses
Revises the language to clarify that a
speinkler system is required
Revises the language for Group R4
occupancies
Removes the area requirements for
storage rooms
Opposed
Adding this terminology could lead to misinterpretation of the code
Neutral
Neutral
Support
Opposed
Opposed
Adds Self Service Storage facilities to Support
the list of S1 occupancies
Revises the language and adds a new Opposed
definition for "ANIMAL HOUSING
FACILITY"
Adds Maintenance and groundskeeping Opposed
storage to Group U
This would allow a group R4 to be
constructed in accordance with the IRC
This could allow for large storage rooms to
be classified as a part of the main
occupancy
This could conflict with Group B occupancies
They are S occupancies
G47-15
IBC
G49-15
IBC, IFC 402, 402.1,402.3,
402.4, [F] 402.5,
402.6, [F] 402.7,
402.8, 507.13
IBC, IFC 403, 403.1, 403.2, [F]
403.3, [F] 403.4, [F]
403.4.5, [F] 403.4.6,
403.4.7, [F] 403.4.8,
403.5, 403.6
Moves the covered mall building
requirements to the Unlimited area
buildings section
Opposed
Moves the High Rise building
provisions to Section 504.3
Opposed
IBC, IFC 404, 404.1, 404.1.1,
712.1.7, 404.2, [F]
404.3, [F] 404.4,
404.5, 404.6, [F]
404.7, 404.8, 404.9,
404.9.1, 404.9.2,
404.9.3
IBC, IFC 405, 504.4, 405.1,
405.2, [F] 405.3,
405.4, 405.4.1,
405.4.2, 405.4.3,
405.5, 405.5.1,
405.5.2, [F] 405.6,
405.7.1,
IBC, IFC 405.7,
406, 406.1,
406.2,
406.3, 406.3.1,
406.3.2, 406.3.3,
406.3.4, 406.3.4.1,
406.3.4.2, 406.3.4.3,
406.3.5, 406.3.5.1,
406.3.6
IBC
406.4, 406.5, 406.6,
406.7, 406.8
Moves the Atrium requirements from
chapter 4 to Chapter 7
Opposed/
Modify
G50-15
G51-15
G52-15
G53-15
G54-15
312.1
Adds Communication equipment
Opposed
structures with a gross floor area of
less than 1,500 square feet to Group U
The language in the current section states
"not limited to". This language is not
necessary. Furthermore it adds a square
footage requirement in occupancy
classification
Section 507 is for height and fire area. The
proposal would move other language such
as lease plans and means of egress etc. to
the Height and Fire Area Chapter
This is the Height in Feet section, The
proposal would move other language to
Section 504.3. Though the reason makes
some sense, we feel that this proposal
should not be supported
Moving this could add clarity, however the
better place for Atriums would be in 706
Moves the Underground Buildings from Opposed
Chapter 4 to Chapter 5
We agree that these sections are difficlut to
find, however the proposal does not fix the
situation without creating more
complications or problems.
Moves the Motor Vehicle related
Opposed
occupancy requirements form Chapter
4 to Chapter 3
We agree that these sections are difficlut to
find, however the proposal does not fix the
situation without creating more
complications or problems.
Moves the Motor fuel-dispensing
facilities, Repair garages and Public
parking garages from Chapter 4 to
Chapter 3
We agree that these sections are difficlut to
find, however the proposal does not fix the
situation without creating more
complications or problems.
Opposed
G55-15
G56-15
G57-15
G58-15
G59-15
IBC, IFC 407, [F] 407.6, [F]
407.7, [F] 407.8,
308.3.4.3 (New),
308.4.3.2 (New)
IBC, IFC 408, 408.1, 408.2,
408.3,408.4,
408.5,408.6, 408.7,
408.8, 408.9, [F]
408.10, [F] 408.11
IBC, IFC [F] 307.1.1, 409,
409.1, 409.1.1, 409.2,
409.3, 409.3.1,
409.3.2, 409.3.3,
409.4, 409.5
Moves I2 requirements from Chapter 4 Opposed
to Chapter 3
IBC, IFC 410, 410.1, 410.2,
410.3, 410.4, 410.5,
410.6, [F] 410.7, [F]
410.8, 602.6 (New)
IBC, IFC 411, 411.1, 411.2, [F]
411.3, [F] 411.4, [F]
411.5, [F] 411.6,
411.7, 411.7.1, 411.8,
304.3 (New)
Moves Stages, platforms and technical Opposed
production areas from Chapter 4 to
Chapter 6
The construction type chapter is not the
appropriate place for this language
Moves Special Amusement Building
requirements from Chapter 4 to
Chapter 3
We agree that these sections are difficlut to
find, however the proposal does not fix the
situation without creating more
complications or problems.
Moves I3 requirements from Chapter 4 Opposed
to Chapter 3
Adds new language for motion picture
rooms and moves motion picture
projection rooms from chapter 4 to
chapter 3
Opposed
Opposed
We agree that these sections are difficlut to
find, however the proposal does not fix the
situation without creating more
complications or problems.
We agree that these sections are difficlut to
find, however the proposal does not fix the
situation without creating more
complications or problems.
We agree that these sections are difficlut to
find, however the proposal does not fix the
situation without creating more
complications or problems.
G60-15
G61-15
G62-15
IBC, IFC 412, 412.1, 412.2,
Moves Aircraft related requirements
412.3.1, 412.3,
412.3.2, 412.3.3,
412.3.4, 412.3.4.1, [F]
412.3.5, 412.3.6,
412.3.7, 412.3.7.1,
412.3.8,
412.7, 412.7.1, [F]
412.6, [F] 412.6.1,
412.6.2, [F] 412.6.3,
[F] 412.6.4, [F]
412.6.5, [F] 412.6.6,
412.4, 412.4.1,
412.4.2,
412.4.3, 412.4.4,
412.4.5, [F] 412.4.6,
[F] 412.4.6.1, [F]
412.4.6.2, 412.5,
412.5.1, 412.5.2, [F]
412.5.3, 412.5.4,
412.5.5,
[F] 412.8, [F] 412.8.1,
[F] 412.8.2, [F]
412.8.3, [F] 412.8.4,
[F] 412.8.5
IBC, IFC 412, 412.4, 412.4.1, Moves Aircraft related requirements
412.4.2, 412.4.3,
412.4.4, 412.4.5, [F]
412.4.6, [F] 412.4.6.1,
[F] 412.4.6.2
Opposed
IBC
Opposed
413, 413.1, 413.2
Moves Combustible storage
requirements from Chapter 4 to
Chapter 3
Opposed
G63-15
IBC, IFC 414, [F] 414.1, [F]
Moves the Hazardous Material
414.1.1, [F] 414.1.2, requirements from Chapter 4 to
[F] 414.1.2.1, [F]
Chapter 3
414.1.3, [F] 414.2, [F]
414.2.1, [F] 414.2.2,
[F] 414.2.3, [F]
414.2.4, [F] 414.2.5,
[F] 414.3, [F] 414.4,
[F] 414.5, [F] 414.5.1,
[F] 414.5.2, [F]
414.5.2.1, [F]
414.5.2.2, [F] 414.5.3,
[F]
414.6, [F] 414.6.1, [F]
414.6.1.1, [F]
414.6.1.2, [F]
414.6.1.3
Opposed
G64-15
IBC, IFC [F] 307.2, 307.6.1
Moves the Hazardous Material
(New), [F] 415.2, [F] requirements from Chapter 4 to
415.1, [F] 415.3, [F] Chapter 3
415.4, [F] 415.5, [F]
415.6, [F] 415.7, [F]
415.8, [F] 415.9,
[F] 415.10, [F] 415.11
Opposed
G65-15
IBC, IFC 416, [F] 416.1, [F]
416.2, [F] 416.2.1, [F]
416.2.2, [F] 416.3, [F]
416.3.1, [F] 416.4, [F]
416.5
IBC, IFC 417, [F] 417.1, [F]
417.2, [F] 417.3, [F]
417.4
IBC, IFC 418, [F]307.1.3
(New), [F] 418.1, [F]
418.2, [F] 418.3, [F]
418.4, [F] 418.5, [F]
418.6
Moves the Flammable Finish
requirements from Chapter 4 to
Chapter 3
Opposed
Moves the Drying Room requirements
from Chapter 4 to Chapter 3
Opposed
Moves the Organic Coatings
requirements from Chapter 4 to
Chapter 3
Opposed
G66-15
G67-15
G68-15
IBC, IFC 419, 419.1, 419.1.1, Moves the Live/Work Units
419.2, 419.3, 419.3.1, requirements from Chapter 4 to
419.3.2, 419.4, [F]
Chapter 5
419.5, 419.6, 419.7,
419.8, 419.9
G69-15
IBC, IFC 420, 420.1, 420.2,
420.3, 420.4, 420.4.1,
[F] 420.5, [F] 420.6,
308.3.5 (New),
308.3.6 (New),
308.3.7 (New),
308.3.8
(New), 308.3.8.1
(New), 310.3 (New),
310.4 (New), 310.5
(New)
IBC, IFC 421, [F] 421.1, [F]
421.2, [F] 421.3, [F]
421.4, [F] 421.4.1, [F]
421.4.2, [F] 421.5, [F]
421.6, [F] 421.6.1, [F]
421.6.2, [F]
421.6.3, [F] 421.6.4,
[F] 421.7, [F] 421.8
Moves the R Occupancy requirements Opposed
from Chapter 4 to Chapter 3
Moves the Hydrogen Fuel Cell
requirements from Chapter 4 to
Chapter 5
Opposed
IBC, IFC 422, 422.1, 422.2,
422.3, 422.3.1,
422.3.2, 422.3.3, [F]
422.4, [F] 422.5
IBC
423, 423.1, 423.1.1,
423.2, 423.3, 423.4
IBC, IFC 424, 424.1, 602.6
(New), 424.2, [F]
424.3, 424.4, 424.5
IBC
425, 425.1, 304.5
(New)
Moves the Amulatory Care Facilities
requirements from Chapter 4 to
Chapter 3
Opposed
G70-15
G71-15
G72-15
G73-15
G74-15
Opposed
Moves the Storm Shelter requirements Opposed
from Chapter 4 to Chapter 5
Moves the CHILDREN'S PLAY
Opposed
STRUCTURES requirements from
Chapter 4 to Chapter 6
Moves the Hyperbaric facilities
Opposed
requirements from Chapter 4 to
Chapter 3
G75-15
G76-15
IBC, IFC [F] 426, 426.1, [F]
426.1.1, [F] 426.1.2,
[F] 426.1.3, [F]
426.1.4, [F] 426.1.5,
[F] 426.1.6, [F]
426.1.7
IBC
402.7.6 (New)
G77-15
IBC
402.8.6.1
G78-15
IBC
402.8.7.1 (New)
G79-15
IBC
403.1
G80-15
IBC
403.2.1.1
G81-15
IBC
403.5.2
G82-15
IBC
403.5.2
G83-15
G84-15
IBC
IBC
403.5.2
403.5.2
G85-15
IBC
G86-15
IBC
403.5.3, 403.5.3.1
(New), 403.5.3.1.1
(New), 403.5.3.1
403.5.3.1
G87-15
IBC
403.6.1
G3-15
IBC
202
Moves the Combustible dusts, grain
processing and storage requirements
from Chapter 4 to Chapter 3
Opposed
Adds a reference to fire command
center
Revises the Exit Passageway language
to reference 1024
Adds provisions to permit Utility
systems in exit passageways in
covered malls
Revises the language to not permit the
provisions to apply to A5 occupancies
on the roof
Adds group H to the occupancies not
allowed to have fire resistance ratings
reduced
Adds the term "ancillary spaces" to this
section
Adds Group R1 to the section
Support
Changes the term width to capacity
Adds an additional exception to the
section
Revises and adds new sections for high
rise stairway doors
Support
Opposed
Deletes the stairway communication
section
Adds an exception that allows Group
R2 occupancies to not have the
minimum 2 fire service access
elevators
Opposed
Adds a reference to Section 712.1.9
and 1019.3 in the definition of Atrium
Opposed
Support
The currrent section does not contain all the
requirements
Neutral
Opposed
Support
Opposed
This term does not add clarity
Opposed
R1 occupancies are transient in nature and
this proposal would allow high rise R1
occupancies to not have the additional exit
stair that is currently requried
Support/
Modify
Opposed
The language needs seome cleanup
This requirement was for fire service
operations. The proposal would permit high
rise R2 occupancies with only 1 fire service
elevator. This would greatly impact fire
service operations
This does not add clarity. 712.1.9 is not
applicable because 712.1.7 already
addresses atriums. 1019.3 deals with Exit
access stairway enclosures
G88-15
IBC
404.2
G89-15
IBC, IFC 404.2, [F] 404.3
G90-15
IBC, IFC 404.5
G91-15
IBC, IFC 404.5
G92-15
IBC
404.6, 709.4.2
G93-15
IBC
404.6
G94-15
IBC
404.6
G95-15
IBC
406, 406 (New),
Chapter 35
G18-15
IBC
202
G96-15
IBC
202 (New), 406.2
G97-15
IBC
406.3
G98-15
IBC
406.3.1
G99-15
IBC
406.5.1
G100-15
IBC
TABLE 406.5.4
G101-15
IBC
TABLE 406.5.4
G102-15
IBC
406.6.2
Adds language regarding ceiling height Neutral
of the atrium
Revises the atrium language
Opposed
Revises the smoke control
requirements
Removes the smoke control system
requirements for other than I1 and I2
occupancies
Replaces the word fire barrier with
smoke barrier
Revises the gasket language for
atriums
Revises the atrium enclosure language
and adds a new exception
Revises and adds new sections for
motor-vehicle related occupancies
Support
Opposed
Opposed
Support
Support
Opposed
Adds "owner" t the definition of oprivate Support
garage
Adds a definition of repair garage
Support/
Modify
Adds an exception to private garages if
constructed as public garages
Adds an exception for the area of
garages accessory to R3
Allows open parking garages to be
constructed of Type III or V
construction
Revises the table to reduce common
provisions
Revises the allowable area for open
parking garages
Revises the language to reference both
ventilation and exhaust
This proposal would prohibit the use of the
atrium floor
Not sure that the word "atmospherically" is
needed
Support
Support
Opposed
Support
Opposed
Support
There is too much wrong with the language.
In the standard, there is frequent use of the
word ‘may’ which can indicate the provisions
that are non-mandatory. The vast majority of
the uses of ‘may’ are found where options to
a requirement of the standard are allowed or
where equipment not specified by the
standard is allowed to be connected to the
equipment regulated by the standard.
The definitions in Section 406.2 are
proposed to be deleted in a different
proposal
G103-15
IBC
G104-15
IBC
G105-15
IBC
G106-15
IBC
G107-15
IBC
G108-15
IBC
G109-15
IBC
G110-15
IBC
G111-15
IBC
G112-15
IBC
G113-15
IBC
G114-15
IBC
G115-15
IBC
406.6.2
Adds an exception for R3 parking
garage ventilation
407.2.1
Attempts to clarify the language of
what types of uses that can be open to
the corridor in Group I2
407.2.6
Revises the language for nursing home
cooking facilities
407.4.1.1
Revises the language for locking
devices
407.5
Revises the smoke barrier
requirements
407.5
Revises the smoke barrier square
footage
407.5
Adds 2 exceptions to the smoke barrier
requirements
407.5
Revises the language to limit all I
occupancies to 22500 square feet
407.5.2
Revises the egress requirements from
smoke compartments
407.6 (New), 709.5.1 Adds a reference to door closers in I2
occupancies and revises the language
for smoke barriers
Neutral
408.9
Opposed
Revises the windowless I3 building
language
410.3.4
Revises the language for stages in
Type I construction
412.3, 412.3.1 (New), Revises and adds new sections for Air
412.3.1.1, TABLE
Traffic Control Towers
412.3.1, 412.3.1.2
(New), 412.3.1.3
(New), 412.3.2 (New),
412.3.2, 412.3.3,
412.3.4, 412.3.4.1,
412.3.3 (New), [F]
412.3.5, 412.3.3.2
(New), 412.3.3.3
(New), 412.3.6,
412.3.4.1 (New),
412.3.7,
412.3.7.1, 412.3.8
Support/
Modify
Not sure that "public use areas" is clear for
the code official. Could this mean that a café
could be open to the corridor?
Support
Support
Support
Support
Opposed
Opposed
Opposed
Support/
Modify
Strike the language "protecting openings in
smoke barriers". Because without striking
this text out, the proposal would only require
closers in smoke barriers not all corridor
walls
Support
Support/
Modify
The reference to 403.2.3 is not clear - Does
this reference only apply to Risk Category III
or IV, all ATCT's or only high rise ones? The
language in 403.2.3 and 403.2.4 should be
copied in 412 as new sections instead of
references to high rise. Also there appears
to be incorrect numbering?
G116-15
IBC
412.3.4, 412.3.4.1,
412.3.4.2 (New)
G117-15
G118-15
IBC, IFC 412.3.7, 909.20.6.1,
[F] 913.2.2, (IFC
913.2.2), [F] 2702.3,
3007.8.1, 3008.8.1,
Chapter 35
IBC
420.2
G119-15
IBC
420.2, 420.3
G120-15
IBC
420.7 (New)
G121-15
IBC
G123-15
IBC
420.7 (New), 420.7.1
(New), 420.7.2 (New)
420.8 (New), 420.8.1
(New), 420.9 (New)
G122-15
IBC
Revises the remoteness of exits in Air
Traffic Control Towers
Support/
Modify
Revises several sections in an attempt Support
to standardize the methods of
protecting wiring or cables
The new porposed section should be
412.3.4.1 and then renumber the other
section
References to proprietary products in
reference standard
Adds 2 exceptions to separation walls Opposed
between dwelling and sleeping units
Adds exceptions to separations
Opposed
between dwelling and sleeping units
Adds a new section for spaces open to Support
the corridor in Group I1 occupancies
The langauge has unintended consequences
Adds new sections for cooking
Opposed
appliance in Group R2
Adds new sections for cooking facilities Opposed
in Group I1 and R occupancies
There is not really limited to dorms,
approved locations are not clearly defined
Adds a new section for Group R2
dormitories, motels, hotels, apartment
houses, condominiums, and vacation
timeshare properties to have a
peephole
IBC, IFC 202, 422.2, [F]
Revises the definition and sections for
903.2.2 (IFC 903.2.2) amulatory care facility
Support
Opposed
This proposal does not add any clarity
Adds sections for electrical systems in
ambulatory care facilities
Opposed
We undertand the reasoning, however the
language is poorly written andhas incorrect
reference/sections
G126-15
IBC, IFC 422.6 (New),
604.2.1(IBC [F]
2702.2.1) (New)
IBC
424.1
Opposed
G4-15
IBC
202 (New)
G19-15
IBC
202 (New)
G127-15
IBC
427 (New), 427.1
(New)
Revises the languge for childrens play
areas
Adds a definition of "Childrens Play
Structure"
Adds a definition of "SOFT
CONTAINED PLAY EQUIPMENT
STRUCTURE"
Adds Medical gas systems to the
Special Detailed Requirements based
on occupancy.
G124-15
G125-15
420.7 (New)
Opposed
Opposed
Opposed
There is no need to have this requirement in
Chapter 4 of the IBC, this is not a special
occupancy.
G128-15
IBC
G129-15
IBC
427.1 (New), 427.2
(New), 427.3 (New),
427.4 (New)
503.1
Adds requirements for "High Risk
Areas" to limit the height and area of
the structure.
Revises the section to address the
issue that buildings shall not cross
property lines.
Support
Caution on the use of "High Risk Areas" as
this term is used elsewhere in the code.
Support/
Modify
This has been an issue in the past and
should be addressed in other codes. Modify
by adding "Where a building crosses a
property line, or where a property line is
placed within a builidng, there shall be a
party wall at the property line.
G130-15
IBC
503.1, 706.1
G132-15
IBC
G133-15
IBC
G135-15
IBC
Section 504.5 (New)
Adds requirements for Fire Apparatus
Access Roads to the Building Height
and Stories section
Opposed
G136-15
IBC
505.2
Support
G137-15
IBC
G138-15
IBC
505.2.1, 505.2.1.1
(New), 505.3.1
505.2.1
G139-15
IBC
505.2.3
G142-15
IBC
506.3, 506.3.1
Adds an exception that allows a ceiling
height of 7 feet for a mezzanine
Revises the mezzanine language for
clarity
Adds an exception to mezzanines for
dwelling units
Revises the language for clarity and
consistency
Revises the frontage increase
language to further restrict type III and
V construction
Clarifies the language that this section Support
is for determing height and fire area.
503.1.2.1 (New)
Adds a new section for buildings on
Opposed
properties with courts
TABLE 504.3, TABLE Revises the language and tables for
Support
504.4, TABLE 506.2, Group R occupancies
TABLE 803.11,
1006.2.2.6 (New),
TABLE 1017.2,
TABLE 1020.1; (IFC,
TABLE 1006.2.1,
1006.2.2, 1006.2.2.6
(New), TABLE
1017.2, TABLE
1020.1)
The proposal does not make sense and is
not needed
The Fire Code Section 503 already
addresses fire apparatus access roads. The
change should take place there. The
termination language is unclear.
Support
Support
Support
Opposed
Not sure on the clarity of the 3.2?
G144-15
IBC
G143-15
IBC
506.3.3, 506.3.3.1
(New), 506.3.3.2
(New)
202 (New), 506.3.1
Revises the area factor increase
formula and language
Opposed
Copies the definition of fire apparatus
acces road from the fire code and
revises the language in Section 506.3.1
for clarity
Revises the lanuage to ensure that
yards are accessible for fire fighting
Adds restrictions for height and area for
buildings located in disaster prone
areas
Adds restrictions on fire resistance
rating reductions for disaster prone
areas
Revises these sections in an attempt
for building resilience
Revises the language to add automatic
sprinkler systems in storage rooms,
press boxes, concession booths or
other spaces
Adds an exception to increase the
allowable area of accessory
occupancies in NFPA 13R systems
Adds language for Group I2 condition 2
occupancies in non-separated buildings
Support
G145-15
IBC
202 (New), 507.2
G140-15
IBC
506.1.4 (New)
G152-15
IBC
508.4.4.2 (New)
G171-15
IBC
G146-15
IBC
602.1, 602.1.1,
602.1.1.1 (New)
507.4
G147-15
IBC
508.2.3
G148-15
IBC
508.3.1
G149-15
G150-15
IBC
IBC
508.3.2, 508.4.3
508.4.1
G151-15
IBC
Revises these sections for clarity
Revises the language to address the
most restrictive provisions for
unseparated occupancies
508.4.1, TABLE 508.4 Attempts to clarify the language
G153-15
IBC
508.4.5 (New)
G154-15
IBC
TABLE 509
G155-15
IBC
TABLE 509
G156-15
IBC
TABLE 509
G157-15
IBC
TABLE 509, 509.5
(New), 716.5
Not sure that the definition is necessary
Support
Support
Disaster prone areas are not defined and the
language is not clear
Support
Support
Support
This clarifies the language
Neutral
Support
Support
Support
Opposed
Adds a new section for exterior building Opposed
wall separation
Revises the table to reference the fire Support
code for stationary battery systems
Adds language to the table
Opposed
Revises the table for stationary battery Opposed
systems
Revises the incidental uses table and Support
adds language for transformer rooms
Does not add clarity
Already addressed in the code
The table is for separation and the proposal
adds additional requirements
Opposed in support of G 154-15
G158-15
IBC
509.3
G159-15
IBC
G160-15
IBC
TABLE 509, 509.1,
509.2, 509.3, 509.4,
509.4.1, 509.4.2,
509.4.2.1
510.2 - See Errata
G161-15
IBC
G162-15
IBC
G163-15
IBC
G164-15
IBC
G165-15
IBC
G167-15
IBC
G168-15
IBC
G169-15
IBC
G170-15
IBC
Deletes that area requirements for
incidental uses
Relocates the provision for incidental
uses to from Chapter 5 to Chapter 4
Revises the language for vertical
offsets
510.2
Requries a horizontal assembley to be
of type I construction
510.2
Revises the horizontal builiding
separation requirements
510.2, TABLE 510.2 Revises the horizontal builiding
(New)
separation requirements and adds a
new table 510.2
510.5, 708.3, 711.2.3, Increases the fire resistance rating
711.2.4.1, 711.2.4.3 requirements for Group I-1, R-1 and R2
510.12 (New)
Adds a new section to permit
allowances for type IV heavy timber
TABLE 601
Attempts to clarify the language in
table 601
TABLE 602
Adds clarification requirements for
Group R occupancies in table 602
TABLE 601
Adds a new footnote and reference in
table 601 to reduce exterior wall ratings
in type III and IV construction buildings
with a separation distance of 30 feet or
greater
602.1, TABLE 601,
Relocates the provisions for
602.2, 602.3, TABLE combustible materials permitted in
602.4, 602.4, 602.4.1, noncombustible construction
602.4.2, 602.4.3,
602.4.4, 602.4.5,
602.4.6, 602.4.6.1,
602.4.6.2, 602.4.7,
602.4.8, 602.4.8.1,
602.4.8.2, 602.4.9,
602.5, 602.2 (New),
603, 603.1, 603.1.1,
603.1.2, 603.1.3
Opposed
Opposed
The placement of these in Chapter 5 are for
protection of/from these spaces
Support
Opposed
Neutral
Opposed
Opposed
Opposed
Opposed
Support
Support
Support
The construction type is for the buidings not
individual items or components.
G172-15
IBC
G173-15
IBC
G174-15
IBC
G175-15
IBC
G176-15
IBC
G177-15
IBC
G178-15
IBC
G179-15
IBC
G180-15
602.3
Adds a reference to Section 602.4.2
and 602.4.8.2 in type III construction
602.3
Revises the language in an attempt to
clarify
602.4.1
Revises the language in an attempt to
clarify
602.3, 602.4.1
Revises the language in an attempt to
clarify
602.3, 602.4, 602.4.8 Revises the language to limit to only
non-bearing framing
602.3
Revises the language to be limited to
FRTW to only be permitted when
enclosed in exterior walls
602.4
Attempts to clarify heavy timber
construction requirements
602.4, TABLE 602.4, Attempt to relocate the provision for
602.4.1, 602.4.2,
cross laminated timber for easeier use
602.4.3, 602.4.4,
602.4.5, 602.4.9,
2304.11, 2304.11.1,
TABLE 2304.11.1.1,
2304.11.2, 2304.11.3,
602.4.8, 602.4.8.2,
602.4.8.1, 602.4.6,
602.4.6.2, 602.4.6.1,
2304.11.4, 2304.11.5,
602.4.7,
2304.11.4.2 (New)
Opposed
IBC
406.7.2, TABLE 601, Reorganization of existing
603.1, 705.2.3, 803.3, requirements
803.13.3, 1406.3,
[BG] 1510.2.5, [BG]
1510.3, 3105.3,
D102.2.8, 803.1
Support
G181-15
IBC
G182-15
IBC
602.4, 602.4.6,
602.4.7, 602.4.10
(New)
602.4.2, 602.4.8.2
Support
Support
Opposed
Opposed
Neutral
Support
Support
Adds language for concealed spaces in Support/
Modify
Revises the requirements for corss
laminated timber to allow other
elements
Opposed in support of G 173 and G174
Opposed
The reasoning makes sense, hoiwever the
language is run-on and could be modified to
read better
G183-15
IBC
602.4.8.2
G184-15
IBC
602.4.8.2
G185-15
IBC
603.1
G186-15
IBC
1203.2 (New), 1203.2 Attempts to add clarity to the section
G187-15
G188-15
IBC
IBC
1203.3
TABLE 1203.3
Identifies a technical error
Neutral
Deletes and reduces ratings in the table Opposed
G189-15
IBC
Revises the underfloor ventilation
requirements for clarification and
readablility
G190-15
IBC
1203.4, 1203.4.1,
1203.4.1.1 (New),
1203.4.1.2 (New),
1203.4.2 (New),
1203.4.3 (New),
1203.4.3.1 (New),
1203.4.3.2
(New), 1203.4.2
1207.2, 1207.3
G191-15
IBC
P54-15 Part II
IBC
S7-15
IBC
S8-15
IBC
S9-15
IBC
G192-15 Part I IBC
Revises the exterior walls construction Neutral
requirements
Revises the exterior walls construction Neutral
requirements
Adds fire treated wood to be used on
Support
Balconies, porches, decks and exterior
stairways not used as required exits on
buildings three stories or less above
grade in type I and II construction
Revises the requirements for sound
transmission class testing
202 (New), 1208.3,
Revises the language for efficiency
1208.4
dwelling units
IBC 1211 (New), IBC Requires nonabsorbant floor finish in
1211.1 (New)
laundry rooms
1510.1.1 (New), [BG] Revises the language for penthouses
1510.2.1, [BG]
and rooftop structures
1510.2.2, [BG]
1510.2.3
[BG] 1510.6.2
Revises the mechanical screen
requirements
[BG] 1510.7.3
Deletes redundant language
2701.1
Attempts to provide clarity to the
language
Already permited in Section 1406.3
Neutral
Support
Support
Support
Neutral
Support
Neutral
Support
Support
No reason
G193-15
IBC
Support
IBC
2901, [P] 2901.1,
Removes duplicate provisions that are
2902, [P] 2902.1, [P] in the plumbing code
TABLE 2902.1, [P]
2902.1.1, [P]
2902.1.2, [P] 2902.2,
[P] 2902.2.1, [P]
2902.3,
[P] 2902.3.1, [P]
2902.3.2, [P]
2902.3.3, [P]
2902.3.4, [P]
2902.3.5, [P]
2902.3.6, [P] 2902.4,
[P] 2902.4.1, [P]
2902.5, [P]
2902.6
2902.3.7 (New)
Adds language for equal distribution of
fixtures
3001.2, TABLE
Adds a table and revises the language
3001.2 (New)
for the reference standards for ease of
use
3001.2 (New)
Adds a new section to require
emergency elevator communication
systems for the deaf, hard of hearing
and speech impaired
3004.1, 3004.5 (New) Adds a section for automotive lifts
P46-15 Part II
IBC
G194-15
IBC
G195-15
IBC
G196-15
G197-15
IBC
3004.2.2
Support
G198-15
IBC
3005.4
G199-15
IBC
3005.7 (New)
G200-15
G201-15
IBC
IBC
3006.2
3006.2.1 (New),
1020.1.1(IFC [BE]
1020.1.1) (New)
Removes the exception for existing
escalators
Increases the requirements for
machine rooms
Adds language for Fire service access
and occupant evacuation elevator
machine rooms
Revises the hoistway langauge
Revises language for hoistway
openings
Opposed
Support
Opposed
Support
Opposed
Support
Support
Opposed
Opposed in support of G193
G202-15
IBC
G203-15
IBC
G205-15
IBC
G204-15
IBC
G206-15
IBC
G210-15
IBC
G207-15
IBC
G208-15
IBC
G209-15
IBC
G212-15
405.4.3, 708.1,
716.5.9.3, [F]
907.5.2.1 (IFC
907.5.2.1), 3006.4,
3007.6, 3007.6.1,
3007.6.3, 3007.9,
3007.9.1, 3008.6
3007.1
Revises the language for elevator
lobby enclosures
Support
Revises the language for elevator fire
service
3007.1
Revises the language for elevator fire
service
3007.3, 3008.3
Revises the language for prevention of
water penetration of hoistways
3007.8, 3007.8.1
Revises the language for standby
(New)
power for elevators
3008.8, 3008.8.1
Revises the language for standby
(New)
power for elevators
3008.1, 3008.1.1,
Revises the language for occupant
3008.8.1 (new)
evacuation elevators
3008.1, 3008.6.1
Adds exception for occupant
evacuation elevator lobby to have
direct access to exit stairway or ramp,
where serving open parking garage
202, 30001.1, 3002 - New radon definitions and provisions
30008 (new)
for Group E occupancies in Zone 1
(High-radon Table) areas.
Opposed
IBC
3102.1.1
Neutral
G213-15
IBC
3102.1, 3103.1,
3103.5 (new)
G214-15
IBC
3103.5
G215-15
IBC
3104.3
Add reference to ASCE 55 standard for
air-supported structures
Provides structural requirements
reference to Chpt 16 for temporary
tents and membrane structures when
they exceed certain thresholds.
Adds a section for accessible routes
and temporary outdoor structures
Includes awnings and canopies as
exceptions to non-combustible
construction for pedestrian walkways.
Opposed
Support
Opposed
Opposed
Neutral
Neutral
Similar exception to standard elevator
lobbies
Reference standard language could affect
enforceability. See Sections 1.3, 1.4, 4.3,
4.4, 5.2.1.3, 5.2.1.4, 5.3, 5.4, 5.4.1, 5.6.1,
5.7.1, 5.8, 5.8.1, 5.9.1, 5.9.2, 6.1, 6.2.2 and
6.2.3.
ASCE 55 standard includes air-supported
structures
Support
Oppose
Oppose?
Section 107.2 already requires accessibility
for temporary structures
G216-15
IBC
3104.5.2.2
Intends to clarify the type of glazing
allowed in Pedestrian Walkways
Oppose
G217-15
IBC
3104.9
Support
G218-15
IBC
3105.1
Clarifies travel distance for pedetrian
walkways is 200' "that occurs within a
pedestrian walkway"
Incorporates scoping for Trellises
G219-15
IBC
G220-15
IBC
G211-15
IBC
G221-15
IBC
G222-15
IBC
G223-15
IBC
G224-15
IBC
3112 (New)
G225-15
IBC
3302.3
G226-15
IBC
3302.3, 3302.3.1
(New)
Support
with
comments
202, 3105.3
New definition for Trellis (similar to
Support
canopy, but no cover) and incorporates with
trellises in design and construction
comments
scoping
3105.4
Adds another compliance option for
Support
awning and canopy covers through
NFPA 286
3101.1, 3111,
Consolidates and organizes solar
Support
3111.1.1 - 3111.3.5.1 energy system requirements in one
(new)
place.
3111, 3111.1.1.1
Adds height and area limitations of roof- Support
(new ), 3111.1.12
mounted photovoltaic panels and
with
(new)
provisions for fire-resistance ratings,in comments
respect to fire fighting and these rooftop structures
3112 (New)
New section for Greenhouse provision Support
requirements that are already provided
in the 2015 IBC.
202, 107.2.7, 3101.1, Adds definition, scope and provisions Support
3112 (New)
for Relocatable Modular Buildings
To amend IBC to permit public
restrooms to be constructed below the
BFE provided they are designed to
meet specific requirements.
Adds "and security" to Fire safety
during construction provisions
Adds special requirements for fire
safety during construction of Type V
buildings with combustible framing.
Support
with
comments
Oppose
Oppose
Chapter 24 already has glazing
requirements in hazardous (pedestrian)
locations, and the rewording limits the wall to
glass walls, when they could be individual
windows.
Clarification
Similar to State of California regulations.
Provides clear path to referenced, applicable
sections for Greenhouses.
Intends to provide provisions to deal with
specific construction issues with Relocatable
Modular Buildings that are different then
permanent on-site buildings.
Several Technical flaws that need to be
addressed.
G227-15
IBC
3304.1.5 (New)
Provides new requirements for burial of Oppose
construction debris by referencing EPA
standard 40 CFR Part 267,Subpart C 2005 Prohibition on Land Disposal
G228-15
IBC
3304.2 (New)
Proposal to require fire fighting vehicle
access plan, particularly for Type V
combustible construction 4 stories or
more to require access all sides.
Support
with
modificatio
ns?
G229-15
IBC/IFC
3310.1, F3311.1
Support
with
comments
G230-15
IBC
3312.1 (new)
G231-15
IBC
3314 (new)
G232-15
IBC
3314 (new)
Intends to provide consistency of
temporary stairway requirements and
access to standpipes during
construction.
Requires sprinkler system to be
installed and activated in buildings of
combustible construction 40' or higher
during construction.
Adds provision for safety of inspection
personnel
Adds provision for Fire Watch during
off-work hours, where required by code
official, for buildings of combustible
construction over 40' in height
G233-15
IBC
I103.1
G234-15
IBC
Appendix N (new)
G235-15
IBC
Appendix N (new)
The standard provides
no indication that it is promulgated according
to a consensus process
Oppose
Support
with more
specific
criteria/par
ameters
Support
Options for enclosure walls in Patio
Cover Appendix
Adds a new appendix for "Guidelines
???
for Replicable Buildings" to provide a
format and direction regarding
implementation of a Replicable
Building Program, for faster turnaround
after a disaster.
Adds a new appendix for "Guidelines
Support
for Replicable Buildings" to provide a
format and direction regarding
implementation of a Replicable
Building Program, for faster turnaround
after a disaster.
The standard contains language that could
affect enforceability. See the Scope, Expert
Qualifications,
Definitions and Process Methodology
sections
G236-15
IBC
Appendix N (new)
IBC
202
Adds a new appendix for "Enhanced
Building Resilience" to promote
enhanced public health, safety, and
general welfare and to reduce public
and private property losses due to
hazards and natural disasters
associated with fires, flooding, high
winds and earthquakes.
Change Attic definition from "ceiling
beams" to "ceiling framing".
???
Support
TENTATIVE ORDER OF DISCUSSION
2015 PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE
INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE
(MEANS OF EGRESS)
The following is the tentative order in which the proposed changes to the code will be discussed at the
public hearings. Proposed changes which impact the same subject have been grouped to permit
consideration in consecutive changes.
Proposed change numbers that are indented are those which are being heard out of numerical order.
Indentation does not necessarily indicate that one change is related to another. Proposed changes may
be grouped for purposes of discussion at the hearing at the discretion of the chair. Note that some E code
change proposals may not be included on this list, as they are being heard by another committee.
Chapter 10
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G-1510-15
E2-15
E3-15
E4-15
E5-15 Part 1
E6-15
E123-15
E7-15
E8-15
E9-15
E10-15
E11-15
E12-15
E13-15
E14-15
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E15-15 Part 2
E16-15
E17-15
E18-15
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E57-15 Part 1
E58-15
E60-15
E61-15
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E142-15
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E144-15
E145-15
E146-15
E147-15 Part 1
E59-15
Chapter 11
E149-15
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Change #
E1-15
Code(s)
IBC, IFC
G10-15
IBC
E2-15
IBC, IFC
E3-15
IBC, IFC
E4-15
IBC, IFC
1003.4.1 (New),
References ANSI A137.1 for ceramic
(IFC[BE]1003.4.1 (New)) tile.
E5-15
IBC, IFC
Part I: 1004.1
(IFC[BE]1004.1)
Part II: Chapter 3, 301,
301.1, 302, 302.1, 302.2
(New)
1004.1.1.1, 1026.4;
(IFC[BE] 1004.1.1.1,
1026.4)
1026.4; (IFC[BE] 1026.4)
IBC
E6-15
IBC, IFC
E123-15
IBC, IFC
E7-15
IBC, IFC
E8-15
IBC, IFC
Affected Section(s)
406.4.1, 1003.2,
1003.3.1, 1003.3.2,
1003.3.3, 1003.4,
1012.5.2, 1208.2;
(IFC[BE] 1003.2,
202(New)
Notes
Language is for clarification
Position
Neutral
Reason
Adds a definition for "Egress Side"
Support/
Modify
Shoul have the term "space"
202(New), 1003.4,
1011.5.4, 1011.7.1,
1012.7.1, 1029.11.1,
Chapter 35; (IFC[BE]
1003.4, 1011.5.4,
1003.4.1 (New), (IFC[BE]
1003.4.1(New))
Changes the term "slip resistant" to "high Opposed Most people can determine what slip
traction" and adds 2 new reference
resistant is. High Traction would
standards ANSI/NFSI B101.1-2005 and
appear to require something more than
ANSI/NFSI B101.3-2012
slip resistant.
References ANSI A137.1, Section
6.2.2.1.10, but attempts to guide the
Code Official to remember to substitute
words for the word "tile".
Opposed Slip resistant should be left to the
discretion of the code official.
Furthermore, This was not the intent of
the reference standard. This type of
change belongs with the reference
standard.
Neutral
More research needed on ANSI
A137.1
Determination of occupant load and
occupancy classification
Determination of occupant load and
occupancy classification
Support/ Not sure about the term "assigned"
Modify
Opposed
Design occupant load
Opposed
Revises the calculation for the
Support
anticipated occupant load of an adjoining
compartment for refuge areas
Multiple function occupant load
Support
1004, 1004.1.3 (New);
(IFC[BE] 1004, 1004.1.3
(New))
Table 1004.1.2, 1004.1.3 Adds a new section and revises Table
(New); (IFC[BE] Table
1004.1.2 for conference rooms and
1004.1.2, 1004.1.3
meeting rooms in Group B occupancies
(New))
Support
E9-15
IBC, IFC
E10-15
IBC, IFC
E11-15
IBC, IFC
E12-15
IBC, IFC
E13-15
IBC, IFC
E14-15
IBC, IFC
E15-15 Part 1 IBC
Table 1004.1.2, 1004.6
(New); (IFC[BE] Table
1004.1.2, 1004.6 (New))
TABLE 1004.1.2;
(IFC[BE] TABLE
1004.1.2)
TABLE 1004.1.2;
(IFC[BE] TABLE
1004.1.2)
Adds a new section and revises Table
1004.1.2 for concentrated business use
areas in Group B occupancies
Adds a new section and revises Table
1004.1.2 for conference rooms and
break rooms in Group B occupancies
Reduces the occupant load factor for
Industrial uses
TABLE 1004.1.2;
Reduces the occupant load factor for
(IFC[BE] TABLE
Decks of R2 and R3 occupancies.
1004.1.2)
1004.3; (IFC[BE] 1004.3) Revises the language for posting of the
occupant load
1004.5; (IFC[BE] 1004.5) Proposal to add "occupied roofs" to this
section
1005.3.1, 1005.3.2
Deletes exception number 1 from the
stairway capacity requirements
Support/
Modify
Modify to leave Business areas to 100
Support
Prefer E 8-15
Opposed Not sure of the methodology used for
the reduction. We agree with the
reason statement, however the
proponent may not have considered
that there could be a need for the
increase in exit doors and restrooms.
Support
Though the reason statement makes
some sense, the language does not
necessarily make perfect sense.
Would this require signs for each
configuration or for the original design
only.
Support
Support
The reason statement is valid, there
are other than fire emergencies that
egress width is applicable to
E15-15 Part 2 IEBC
402.6 (New), 403.2
Adds exception language to the Existing Opposed 402.6, would allow for no requirements
(New), 407.4 (New),
Building Code for means of egress
for egress width based on the
408.3 (New), 704.2
capacities.
proposed language. 403.6, 407.4,
(New), 1005.2 (New),
would allow for below standard egress
1012.4.3, 1107 (New),
widths for any alteration, including an
1107.1 (New), 1203.4
alteration level 3 involving relocating
(New), 1401.6.11, Table
egress stairs. 704.2 is not needed
1401.6.11(1) (New),
because Alterations level 1 already
1401.6.11.1
permits this. 1005.2 would allow for
below standard egress widths
regardless of the hazard classification.
1012.4.3 would further reduce the
required egress width in a change of
occupancy. 11007 and 1107.1 would
allow for no requirements for egress
width based on the proposed language.
1203.4 is not needed because 1203.3
already allows for this. 1401.6.11
defeats the purpose of evaluating an
existing building.
E16-15
IBC, IFC
E17-15
IBC, IFC
E18-15
IBC, IFC
1006.2.1, 1006.3;
(IFC[BE] 1006.2.1,
1006.3)
1006.2.1, TABLE
1006.2.1; (IFC[BE]
1006.2.1, TABLE
1006.2.1)
TABLE 1006.2.1;
(IFC[BE] TABLE
1006.2.1)
E19-15
IBC, IFC
E20-15
IBC, IFC
TABLE 1006.2.1;
(IFC[BE] TABLE
1006.2.1)
1006.2.2.1, 1006.2.2.2
(New), 1006.2.2.2,
1010.1.10; (IFC[BE]
1006.2.2.1, 1006.2.2.2
(New), 1006.2.2.2,
1010.1.10)
Revises egress from spaces
Opposed The proposed language does not make
any sense.
Revises the single exit spaces for R2,
Support
R3 and R4 by deleting the exception and
revising the table.
Changes single exit table for R1, R2, R3 Opposed The reason statement states that an
occupancies by adding a non-sprinklered
addition could not occur without full
value for travel distance
compliance. The IEBC would allow the
addition
Deletes footnote f from table 1006.2.1
Support
Adds door swing requirements for boiler, Support
electrical and refrigeration rooms
E21-15
IBC, IFC
E80-15
IBC, IFC
E22-15
IBC, IFC
E23-15
IBC, IFC
E24-15
IBC, IFC
E25-15
IBC, IFC
E26-15
IBC, IFC
E27-15
IBC, IFC
E28-15
IBC, IFC
E29-15
IBC, IFC
E30-15
IBC, IFC
1006.2.2.2 (New);
(IFC[BE] 1006.2.2.2
(New))
1010.1.10,
1010.1.10.1(New);
(IFC[BE] 1010.1.10,
1010.1.10.1(New))
1006.2.2.2; (IFC[BE]
1006.2.2.2)
1006.2.2.4, Table
1017.2, Table 1020.1;
(IFC[BE] 1006.2.2.4,
Table 1017.2, Table
1020.1)
1006.3; (IFC[BE] 1006.3)
New exiting requirement for electrical
rooms
Support
Requirements for door swing and panic
hardware for electrical rooms
Support
Clarifies door swing direction in
refrigeration machinery rooms
Revises travel distance for I4
Occupancies
Support
Adds the term "independent" to exiting
requirements
Revises separate and distinct exits
Opposed Opposed in support of E 25-15
1006.3, 1006.3.1;
(IFC[BE] 1006.3,
1006.3.1)
1006.3; (IFC[BE] 1006.3) Attempts to clarify egress from stories or
occupied roofs
1006.3, 1006.3.1 (New); Revises egress path from adjacent
(IFC[BE] 1006.3,
stories
1006.3.1 (New))
1006.3.2, Table
Changes the term "common path" to
1006.3.2(1) and Table
"exit access" in these locations
1006.3.2(2); (IFC[BE]
1006.3.2, Table
1006.3.2(1) and Table
1006.3.2(2))
Table 1006.3.2, 1030.1 Revises single exit provisions for R4
(IFC[BE] Table 1006.3.2, occupancies
1030.1)
1008.2; (IFC[BE] 1008.2) Requires means of egress illumination
for F and S occupancies that are not
provided with artificial light
Support
Support
Opposed The language does not make any
sense
Support
Support
Neutral
Support
E31-15
IBC, IFC
202(New),
Revises the lighting control requirements Neutral
1008.2.1.1(New), 1008.3,
1008.3.1, 1008.3.4,
1013.6.3, 1025.5;
(IFC[BE]
1008.2.1.1(New), 1008.3,
1008.3.1, 1008.3.4,
1013.6.3, 1025.5)
E32-15
IBC, IFC
E33-15
IBC, IFC
E34-15
IBC, IFC
1008.2.2, 1008.3.5;
(IFC[BE] 1008.2.2,
1008.3.5)
1008.2.2, 1008.2.3
(New); (IFC[BE]
1008.2.2, 1008.2.3
(New))
1009.1; (IFC[BE] 1009.1)
E35-15
IBC, IFC
Clarifies that accessible means of egress Support
for existing buildings shall comply with
the IEBC
1009.1 (IFC[BE] 1009.1) Deletes the mezzanine exception
Support
E36-15
IBC, IFC
1009.2; (IFC[BE] 1009.2) Adds an exception for existing buildings Opposed The IEBC already provides for this
E37-15
IBC
1009.2
E38-15
IBC, IFC
E39-15
IBC, IFC
E40-15
IBC, IFC
1009.7.2; (IFC[BE]
1009.7.2)
E41-15
IBC, IFC
E42-15
IBC, IFC
E43-15
IBC, IFC
1009.7.2, 1009.7.4
Clarification by adding the term
(IFC[BE] 1009.7.2,
"minimum"
1009.7.4)
1009.8; (IFC[BE] 1009.8) Clarifies two way communication for
elevators
1009.8; (IFC[BE] 1009.8) Revises two way communication fro
elevators
Attempts to clarify what constitutes a
failure of a light
Neutral
Add language for exit discharge
illumination
Support
Does "dispersal area" need to be
defined
Attempts to provide clarification for
Support
accessible means of egress
1009.2.1; (IFC[BE]
Revises elevator requirements for floors Support
1009.2.1)
or roofs
1009.3, 1009.4 (IFC[BE] Clarification of these section by
Support
1009.3, 1009.4)
separating out the listed items
Adds an exception to allow no rating if
the building is sprinklered
Opposed The rating is additional protection of
the occupants that assume they are in
a safe refuge area
Support
Support
Modify by adding the term "each"
before landing
Opposed Opposed in support of E 42-15
E44-15
IBC, IFC
1009.8; (IFC[BE] 1009.8) Adds a new exception for Group I2
condition 2 occupancies
E45-15
IBC, IFC
E46-15
IBC, IFC
E47-15
IBC, IFC
E48-15
IBC, IFC
E49-15
IBC, IFC
E50-15
IBC, IFC
E51-15
IBC, IFC
1009.8; (IFC[BE] 1009.8) Adds a new exception for Group I2
occupancies
1009.8; (IFC[BE] 1009.8) Adds a new exception for Group I3
occupancies
1010.1.1, 1010.1.1.1;
Attempts to clarify door opening
(IFC[BE] 1010.1.1,
requirements
1010.1.1.1)
1010.1.1; (IFC[BE]
Revises door size requirements
1010.1.1)
1010.1.1 (IFC [BE]
Attempts to eliminate a conflict with the
1010.1.1)
door requirements
1010.1.1; (IFC[BE]
Adds an exception for double doors
1010.1.1)
without a mullion
1010.1.2.1; (IFC[BE]
Requires public restroom doors to swing
1010.1.2.1)
in the direction of egress travel
E52-15
IBC, IFC
E53-15
IBC, IFC
E54-15
IBC, IFC
E55-15
IBC, IFC
Opposed I don't believe this proposal is required,
since buildings with I-2 occupancy fire
areas are required to be sprinklered
throughout, and sprinklered buildings
do not require accessible means of
egress elevators to be accessed by
areas of refuge (Section 1007.4, exc.
#2 - 2012/1009.4, exc. #2 ? - 2015),
and it is areas of refuge that require
the two-way communication. So, I
oppose, because I don't think it is
necessary.
Opposed This exception would permit nursing
homes
Support
Support
Neutral
Neutral
Opposed This would allow two 16" leafs in a set
of doors
Support/ Replace the word "and" with "or"
Modify
1010.1.4.1.1,
1010.1.4.1.2; (IFC[BE]
1010.1.4.1.1,
1010.1.4.1.2)
1010.1.4.1.2; (IFC[BE]
1010.1.4.1.2)
202, 1010.1.4.2;
(IFC[BE] 1010.1.4.2),
Chapter 35
Revises calculation of revolving doors
used in the means of egress
Opposed This would allow for greater than a 50
person occupant load and are not an
effective means of egress
Editorial change to use their term
"breakout"
Adds provisions for low powered sliding
and folding doors and adds a new
appendix
Support
709.5, 1010.1.4.2;
(IFC[BE] 1010.1.4.2)
Adds Special purpose, accordion and
folding doors to this section
Opposed Sliding doors are covered in other
sections of the IBC. Need to review the
new proposed reference standard
BHMA A156.38-2014
Neutral
E56-15
IBC, IFC
E57-15 Part 1 IBC, IFC
202 (New), 1010.1.4.4
(New); (IFC[BE]
1010.1.4.4 (New))
202 (New), 1010.1.4.4
(New), 1010.1.4.4.1
(New); (IFC[BE]
1010.1.4.4 (New),
1010.1.4.4.1 (New))
202(New), 1010.1.2,
1010.1.4.5 (New);
(IFC[BE] 1010.1.2,
1010.1.4.5 (New))
1010.1.9.3 (New);
(IFC[BE] 1010.1.9.3
(New))
Adds a new section for Control
Vestibules
Adds a requirement for monitored or
recorded egress doors
E58-15
IBC, IFC
E60-15
IBC, IFC
E61-15
IBC, IFC
1010.1.9.3 (New);
(IFC[BE] 1010.1.9.3
(New))
E62-15
IBC, IFC
1010.1.9.3; (IFC[BE]
1010.1.9.3)
E63-15
IBC, IFC
1010.1.9.3; (IFC[BE]
1010.1.9.3)
E64-15
IBC, IFC
1010.1.9.5.1 (IFC[BE]
1010.1.9.5.1)
E65-15
IBC, IFC
E66-15
IBC, IFC
1010.1.9.6; (IFC[BE]
1010.1.9.6)
1010.1.9.7; (IFC[BE]
1010.1.9.7)
Adds new requirements for school
classroom doors
Opposed This door arraignment is permitted
already and should be provided with
panic hardware
Support
Adds provisions for high speed doors to
be permitted in the means of egress
Opposed Not enough information regarding high
speed doors in the language. Does this
imply roll up doors?
Adds a requirement for monitored or
recorded egress doors
Opposed Sections 1010.1.9.6, 1010.1.9.7,
1010.1.9.8, 1010.1.9.9 or 1010.1.9.10
contain permissive language, not
required language. This would allow
card reader or similar devices to be
installed without compliance
Opposed Sections 1010.1.9.6, 1010.1.9.7,
1010.1.9.8, 1010.1.9.9 or 1010.1.9.10
contain permissive language, not
required language. This is better
language than E 60-15.
Adds language that would allow a door to Opposed "not intended" is questionable
a roof is permitted to be locked to
language. This would still mean that it
prevent entry if the roof is not intended
could be occupied but was not
to be occupied.
originally intended to be occupied.
Unsure how the automatic re-entry
mechanism would actually work.
Adds language to permit egress doors
Opposed This language would permit an interior
from outdoor areas to be locked.
courtyard capable of an occupant load
of 300 people to be locked in such
area with no means of escape
Deletes the requirement that closet
Opposed This language is necessary in this
doors be openable from the inside and
occupancy.
bathroom doors from the ingress side in
R4 occupancies
Revises the language for controlled
Support
egress doors in I1 and I2 occupancies
Revises the delayed egress language to Support
permit court rooms to utilize delayed
egress locks in A occupancies
E67-15
IBC, IFC
1010.1.9.7; (IFC[BE]
1010.1.9.7)
Revises the delayed egress language to
permit small class rooms to utilize
delayed egress locks in E occupancies
Revises the delayed egress language to
permit small class rooms to utilize
delayed egress locks in E occupancies
Revises the delayed egress language for
I1 and I4 occupancies
Opposed Opposed in support of E 68-15
E68-15
IBC, IFC
1010.1.9.7; (IFC[BE]
1010.1.9.7)
E69-15
IBC, IFC
1010.1.9.7 (IFC[BE]
1010.1.9.7)
E70-15
IBC, IFC
1010.1.9.8; (IFC[BE]
1010.1.9.8)
E71-15
IBC, IFC
1010.1.9.8 (IFC[BE]
1010.1.9.8)
E72-15
IBC, IFC
Revises the Electromagnetically locked
egress doors language
Support
E73-15
IBC, IFC
IBC, IFC
Revises the Locking arrangements in
correctional facilities language
Revises stairway door locking
Support
E74-15
1010.1.9.9, 1010.1.10;
(IFC [BE] 1010.1.9.9,
1010.1.10)
1010.1.9.10 (IFC[BE]
1010.1.9.10)
1010.1.9.11; (IFC[BE]
1010.1.9.11)
E75-15
IBC, IFC
Revises stairway door locking
Support
E76-15
IBC, IFC
E77-15
IBC, IFC
E78-15
IBC, IFC
E79-15
IBC, IFC
1010.1.9.11; (IFC[BE]
1010.1.9.11)
1008.3.3, 1010.1.9.12
(New); (IFC[BE]
1008.3.3, 1010.1.9.12
(New))
1010.1.10; (IFC[BE]
1010.1.10)
1010.1.10; (IFC[BE]
1010.1.10)
1010.1.10; (IFC[BE]
1010.1.10)
Support
Support/
Modify
Exception number 1 should be revised
to include all I occupancies. No need
for an exception 2 because the
building is already required to be
sprinklered.
Revises the Sensor release of
Neutral
electrically locked egress doors language
to permit all occupancies except H
occupancies
Revises the Sensor release of
Support
electrically locked egress doors language
in an attempt to clarify the language
Support
The revision is only applicable to the
5th and 6th stories. All other stories are
permitted
Opposed in support of E 74-15
Adds a new section for Electronic locking Opposed Not sure that this language is
devices on elevator lobby doors for
necessary
Group B Occupancies
Attempts to clarify the language
Support
Revises exception 2 to doors with panic
hardware or fire exit hardware
Adds a new exception for doors serving
Group A occupancies with an occupant
load of 100 or fewer
Neutral
Opposed Defeats the purpose of the section
E81-15
IBC, IFC
1010.3, 1010.3.2 (New), Revises language regarding turnstiles
Support
1010.3.1, 1010.3.2;
(IFC[BE] 1010.3,
1010.3.2 (New),
1010.3.1, 1010.3.2)
1011.6; (IFC[BE] 1011.6) Revises the stairway landing
Neutral
requirement to require a minimum 48"
depth
1011.4; (IFC[BE] 1011.4) Attempts to clarify the walkline
Neutral
determination
1011.10; (IFC[BE]
Revises spiral stair tread depth
Opposed
1011.10)
1011.11, 1014.1;
Adds the term "flight" to the section for Neutral
(IFC[BE] 1011.11,
clarification
1014.1)
1011.16 (IFC[BE]
Attempts to clarify permanent ladder
Support
1011.16)
language
1013.2; (IFC[BE] 1013.2) Revises Floor-level exit signs in Group R- Support
1 from 12" to 18"
[BE] 1031.4
Revises language for maintenance of
Opposed
exit signs
1013.4, 1111.3; (IFC[BE] Revises language where raised
Neutral
1013.4)
character exit signs are required
1013.4, 1111.3; (IFC[BE] Revises language where raised
Support
1013.4)
character exit signs for clarification
1013.6.3; (IFC[BE]
Revises exit sign power source for
Support
1013.6.3)
Group I2 for clarification
1014.9; (IFC[BE] 1014.9) Revises intermediate handrail
Support
requirements by adding an exception
E82-15
IBC, IFC
E83-15
IBC, IFC
E84-15
IBC, IFC
E85-15
IBC, IFC
E86-15
IBC, IFC
E87-15
IBC, IFC
E148-15
IBC
E88-15
IBC, IFC
E89-15
IBC, IFC
E90-15
IBC, IFC
E91-15
IBC, IFC
E92-15
IBC, IFC
1015.3 (IFC[BE] 1015.3) Revises guard height requirements
Support
E93-15
IBC, IFC
E94-15
IBC, IFC
1015.3; (IFC[BE] 1015.3) Attempts to clarify the guard height
requirements
1015.3; (IFC[BE] 1015.3) Adds a new exception for guards in F
occupancies
Opposed The term "and serving" is not
necessary and may lead to confusion
Opposed Unable to find the appropriate
provision of OSHA. OSHA requires 42"
E95-15
IBC, IFC, 1015.6 (IFC[BE] 1015.6, Revises mechanical system guard
Support
IMC
IMC[BE] 304.11),
requirements for clarification and adds a
1015.7, (IFC[BE]1015.7, new section to the mechanical code.
IMC[BE] 304.12 (New))
Not sure the language actually clarifies
or confuses more
This allows a range of 8" instead of 2"
Intermediate handrails in 61-75" stairs
would reduce the egress width to less
than 36"
E96-15
IBC, IFC, 1015.6 (IFC[BE] 1015.6), Revises mechanical system guard
IMC
1015.7 (IFC[BE] 1015.6), requirements
IMC [BE] 304.11
Neutral
E97-15
IBC, IFC
1017.2, 1017.2.3 (New); Adds a new requirement for exit access
(IFC[BE] 1017.2,
travel distance for A, B, E and R
1017.2.3 (New))
occupancies
E98-15
IBC, IFC
1017.2.2 (IFC[BE]
1017.2.2)
E99-15
IBC, IFC
1017.2.3 (New); (IFC[BE] Adds an increase allowance of an
1017.2.3 (New))
additional 100' of travel distance if the
corridor for that 100' is 1 hour rated.
E100-15
IBC, IFC
E101-15
IBC, IFC
E102-15
IBC, IFC
E103-15
IBC, IFC
202, 1017.3; (IFC[BE[
1017.3)
1018.6 (New); (IFC[BE]
1018.6 (New))
202, 1006.3, 1006.3.1,
1017.3.1, 1019.2(New),
1019.3, 1019.4, 1023.2;
(IFC[BE] 1006.3,
1006.3.1, 1017.3.1,
1019.2(New), 1019.3,
1019.4, 1023.2)
202, 1019.3; (IFC[BE]
1019.3)
Neutral / The language only provides for a 50'
Opposed decrease in travel distance. The
reason statement discusses building
resilience, however the proposed text
does nothing for resilience.
Opposed The language found in the Fire Code is
already applicable as determined by
the code official. The proposed
language would make the additional
fire protection mandatory
Opposed No substantial reasoning for the
proposal. Furthermore the language
could then be used to increase the
in allout
of the
Support / travel
Modifydistance
to not strike
the additional
word "the"
E104-15
IBC, IFC
1019.3 (IFC [BE] 1019.3) Clarifies the language
E105-15
IBC, IFC
1020.1; (IFC[BE] 1020.1) Revises corridor construction - rating
E106-15
IBC, IFC
E107-15
IBC, IFC
Table 1020.2; (IFC[BE]
Table 1020.2)
1020.4 (IFC[BE] 1020.4) Revises the exceptions to dead end
corridors
Adds an additional requirement to exit
access travel distance in F-1 and S-1
occupancies
Attempts to clarify the common path of
travel
Modify
in the definition
Adds a requirement outside of Assembly Neutral
occupancies for aisle widths
Attempts to clarify exit access
Opposed The language can lead to more
requirements
confusion than clarity
Revises the definition of Atrium to
exclude unenclosed exit access stairs
Opposed Unenclosed exit access stairways
provide the same hazard as atriums
and are used for egress purposes
Support
Opposed The reason statement discusses
building resilience, however the
proposed text does nothing for
Clarifies ambulatory facilities in the table Support
Opposed This would require all sprinklered R4
occupancies to not exceed 20 for dead
end corridors.
E108-15
IBC, IFC
1020.4; (IFC[BE] 1020.4) Adds a new exception to dead end
corridors
Opposed We understand how the proponent
cam to the logic in the reason
statement, however disagree on the
language
Opposed
E109-15
IBC, IFC
E110-15
IBC, IFC
E111-15
IBC, IFC
E112-15
IBC, IFC
1021.4; (IFC[BE] 1021.4) Revises egress balcony distance
separation
1023.3.1; (IFC[BE]
Adds a new exception to this section
1023.3.1)
1023.4; (IFC[BE] 1023.4) Changes the word "necessary" to
"required"
1023.5; (IFC[BE] 1023.5) Adds the term "security" to the text
E113-15
IBC, IFC
1023.5, 1024.6; (IFC[BE] Penetrations into or through interior exit
1023.5, 1024.6)
stairways and ramps
E114-15
IBC, IFC
1023.11; (IFC[BE]
1023.11)
Adds a reference back to section 412.3.2 Support
for air traffic control tower stairs
E115-15
IBC, IFC
Adds new sections that reference
standpipe requirements
E116-15
IBC, IFC
E117-15
IBC, IFC
1023.12 (New), 1024.8
(New), 1026.5 (New);
(IFC[BE] 1023.12 (New),
1024.8 (New), 1026.5
(New))
403.5.5, 1025; (IFC[BE]
1025)
1025.1; (IFC[BE] 1025.1)
E118-15
IBC, IFC
1025.1 (IFC[BE] 1025.1) Deletes Group I-4 from the requirements Opposed Day care occupancies should not be
of luminous egress markings
deleted from this requirement
E119-15
IBC, IFC
E120-15
IBC, IFC
1025.1; (IFC[BE] 1025.1) Deletes Group I-3 from the requirements Opposed The proposal does not distinguish what
of luminous egress markings
conditions, therefore any I3, not just
jails would be exempt
1025.2.5; (IFC[BE]
Adds an exception for markings listed in Support
1025.2.5)
accordance with UL 1994
Opposed
Neutral
Opposed Opposed in support of E 113-15
Support
Support however, "two-way
communication" may need to be
modified because this does not include
security systems
Support
Moves the requirements for luminous
Support
egress markings from 1025 to 403
Deletes Group I-2 from the requirements Support
of luminous egress markings
E121-15
IBC, IFC
E122-15
IBC, IFC
E124-15
IBC, IFC
E125-15
IBC, IFC
E126-15
IBC, IFC
E127-15
IBC, IFC
E128-15
IBC, IFC
E129-15
IBC, IFC
E130-15
IBC, IFC
E131-15
IBC, IFC
1025.4, 1025.4.1(New). Revises the requirements to allow
1025.4.1.1(New),
Electroluminescent materials
1025.4.1.2(New),
1025.4.1.3(New);
(IFC[BE] 1025.4,
1025.4.1(New).
1025.4.1.1(New),
1025.4.1.2(New),
1025.4.1.3(New))
1025.4; (IFC[BE] 1025.4) Revises the language to require listing
instead of compliance with the UL
standard
1026.4.1; (IFC[BE]
Revises the language to reference back
1026.4.1)
to chapter 4
1027.5; (IFC[BE] 1027.5) Revises the fire separation distance
requirements for exterior stairs and
ramps
1027.5, 1027.6; (IFC[BE] Revises the fire separation distance
1027.5, 1027.6)
requirements for exterior stairs and
ramps in Group R3 occupancies
1028.1; (IFC[BE] 1028.1) Revises the language by replacing the
word "exit" with "path of travel"
403.5.1, 1028.1, 1028.2; Revises the language for two or more
(IFC[BE] 1028.1, 1028.2) exits egressing through the same area
Opposed Photoluminescent materials are
necessary in high rise buildings.
Electroluminescent material require
power supplies. If the building loses
both power supplies, then there are no
markings.
Support
Support
Opposed
Neutral
Support
Support
1028.4, 1028.4.1;
(IFC[BE] 1028.4,
1028.4.1)
Revises the language and adds an
Support
exception for gradual reduction of egress
not required if the capacity is 1.5 times
the required
1028.4.1; (IFC[BE]
Deletes the gradual reduction
Neutral
1028.4.1)
requirement of the code
1028.5; (IFC[BE] 1028.5) Revises the dispersal area requirements Support
"each person using.." Is this
ambiguous language?
E132-15
IBC, IFC
202(New), 1005.3.1,
Revises the language for smoke
1005.3.2, 1009.3,
protected seating and adds a new
1009.4, 1019.3, 1029.6, definition for open air assembly seating
1029.6.3, 1029.7,
1029.8, 1029.8.1,
1029.9.5,
1029.12.2.1, Table
1029.12.2.1, 1029.12.2.2
(IFC[BE] 1005.3.1,
1005.3.2, 1009.3,
1009.4, 1019.3, 1029.6,
1029.6.3, 1029.7,
1029.8, 1029.8.1,
1029.9.5, 1029.12.2.1,
Table 1029.12.2.1,
1029.12.2.2)
Support
E133-15
IBC, IFC
1029.6.2; (IFC[BE]
1029.6.2)
Removes the requirement for an
Support
evaluation in accordance with NFPA 101
E134-15
IBC, IFC
E135-15
IBC, IFC
Revises minimum aisle width.
Specifically for accessible route
Attempts to revise the stepped aisle
language for clarification
E136-15
IBC
E137-15
IBC, IFC
E138-15
IBC, IFC
E139-15
IBC, IFC
1029.9.1 (IFC[BE]
1029.9.1)
1029.10.1, 1029.10.2,
1029.10.2.1,
1029.10.2.2, 1029.10.3;
(IFC[BE] 1029.10.1,
1029.10.2, 1029.10.2.1,
1029.11, 1029.11.1,
1029.11.2, 1029.13,
1029.13.3 (New),
1029.13.3.1 (New),
1029.13.3.2 (New)
1029.11(New),
1029.11.1(New),
1029.11.2(New);
(IFC[BE] 1029.11(New),
1029.11.1(New),
1029.11.2(New))
1029.13.2.1; (IFC[BE]
1029.13.2.1)
1029.16.3; (IFC[BE]
1029.16.3)
Support
Neutral
Not sure the revision add clarity
Adds requirements for aisle accessways Opposed
Adds requirements for stepped aisles at
vomitories
Neutral
Adds language for aisle accessway
Support
transitions
Revises the guard height requirement in Opposed This would require a guard that would
assembly seating to 26" above a drinking
disrupt the viewing area and defeats
surface
the purpose of the code
E140-15
IBC, IFC
1030.1; (IFC[BE] 1030.1) Revises the requirements for emergency Opposed Opposed in support of E 141-15
escape and rescue windows
E141-15
IBC, IFC
1030.1; (IFC[BE] 1030.1) Revises the requirements for emergency Support
escape and rescue windows
E142-15
IBC, IFC
1030.1; (IFC[BE] 1030.1) Revises the requirements for emergency Opposed Opposed in support of E 141-15
escape and rescue windows
E143-15
IBC, IFC
E144-15
IBC, IFC
E145-15
IBC, IFC
E146-15
IBC, IFC
1030.1; (IFC[BE] 1030.1) Revises the requirements for emergency Support
escape and rescue windows by allowing
the provision found in the Residential
Code
Table 1006.3.2(2),
Revises the requirements for emergency Opposed
1030.1; (IFC[BE] Table escape and rescue windows
1006.3.2(2), 1030.1)
1030.1; (IFC[BE] 1030.1) Revises the requirements for emergency Opposed The language would permit only one
escape and rescue windows
emergency escape window and does
not define where
1030.1.1(New), 1030.4; Revises the requirements for emergency Opposed / The language of 1030.1.1 and 1030.4
(IFC[BE] 1030.1.1(New), escape and rescue window constraints
Modify
do not contain dimensional
1030.4)
requirements
1030.4 (IFC[BE]1030.4) Revises the requirements for emergency Support
escape and rescue window constraints to
not reduce the net clear opening
E147-15 Part 1 IBC, IFC
E59-15
IBC, IFC
E149-15
This language clarifies the
requirements
Adds language to permit hurricane
protection to be installed on emergency
escape and rescue windows
Opposed We understand the concern, however
the hurricane protection devices should
be openable from the inside
IBC
1010.1.4.5 (New),
1030.4; (IFC[BE]
1010.1.4.5 (New),
1030.4)
1103.2.4, 1106.5
Revises these sections in an attempt to
clarify Private garage regulations
EB93-15
IBC
[BE] 1508.1
E150-15
IBC
1103.2.14
Revises construction site accessibility
exemption
Revises walk-in cooler and freezer
accessibility requirements
Opposed The proposed language does not meet
the intended objective of the reason
statement. Just adding the term
"Group U" does nothing
Neutral
E151-15
IBC
1104.4
Adds "occupiable roofs" to the
accessibility requirements
Opposed We understand the reasoning,
however the proposed language does
not add clarity and may add more
confusion
Support
E152-15
IBC
E153-15
IBC
E154-15
IBC
E155-15
IBC
E156-15
IBC
E157-15
IBC
E158-15
IBC
E159-15
IBC
E160-15
IBC
E161-15
IBC
E162-15
1104.4
Revises the language of the aggregate
area calculation
1105.1, 1105.1.1 (New), Adds a new requirement to have
TABLE 1105.1.1 (New) automatic doors
1106.5
Attempts to clarify van spaces in R
occupancies
1107.5.1, 1107.5.1.1,
Revises accessibility provisions in Group
1107.5.1.2, 1107.6.2.2, I-1 and R-2 occupancies
1107.6.2.2.1,
1107.6.2.2.2, 1107.6.2.3,
1107.6.2.3.1,
1107.6.2.3.2
Neutral
1107.5.1.2
Adds an exception for swing up grab
bars
1107.5.2.2
Adds an exception for swing up grab
bars
1107.5.3.2
Adds an exception for swing up grab
bars
1107.6.1, 1107.6.1.1
Revises language to better address
buildings vs. multi buildings accessibility
1107.6.2.2, 1107.6.2.2.1, Revises the language in an attempt to
1107.6.2.3, 1107.6.3,
clarify counting of bedrooms as dwelling
1107.6.4
units for accessibility
Neutral
Combines R-3 and R-4 occupancies
Support
IBC
1107.6.3, 1107.6.4,
1107.6.4.1, 1107.6.4.2
1107.6.4.2
Neutral
E163-15
IBC
1107.7.1.2
E164-15
IBC
1109.2
E165-15
IBC
1109.2.1.2
Adds an exception for swing up grab
bars
Attempts to clarify the language for
entrances
Adds an exemption for toilet rooms for
areas that are exempt from Chapter 11
Adds an allowance for child height water
closet to be included in calculations
E166-15
IBC
1109.13
E167-15
IBC
202(New), 1109.15
E168-15
IBC
1110.4.13 (New)
Opposed This requirement exceeds A117
standards
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Support
Neutral
Neutral
Support
Neutral
Attempts to clarify that only one outlet is Support
required to be accessible
Revises the language for accessible
Support
gaming areas
Requires an accessible route to a play
Opposed
area
Dan Nichols??
E169-15
IBC
1111.1
Revises the language to add signage for Neutral
a lavatory in a group of lavatories that
are not all accessible
G21-15
FS159-15
FS160-15
FS161-15
FS162-15
FS163-15
FS164-15
FS165-15
FS166-15
FS167-15
FS168-15
S1-15
S2-15
S3-15
S4-15
S5-15
S6-15
S10-15
G15-15
G16-15
FS169-15
FS170-15
FS171-15
FS172-15
FS173-15
FS174-15
FS175-15
FS176-15
FS177-15
FS178-15
FS179-15
G17-15
FS180-15
FS181-15
FS182-15
FS183-15
ICC COMMITTEE ACTION HEARINGS ::: April, 2015
FS3
FS 1-15
703.4, 703.4 (New)
Proponent: Jeffrey Shapiro, Tyco Fire Protection Products, representing Tyco Fire Protection Products
2015 International Building Code
Delete and substitute as follows:
703.4 Automatic sprinklers. Under the prescriptive fire-resistance requirements of this code, the fire-resistance rating of a
building element, component or assembly shall be established without the use of automatic sprinklers or any other fire
suppression system being incorporated as part of the assembly tested in accordance with the fire exposure, procedures and
acceptance criteria specified in ASTM E 119 or UL 263. However, this section shall not prohibit or limit the duties and powers
of the building official allowed by Sections 104.10 and 104.11.
703.4 Automatic Sprinklers Assemblies utilizing fire sprinklers as an alternative to complying with a required fire resistance
rating for a building element, component or assembly shall only be permitted where approved by the Building Official in
accordance with Sections 104.10 and 104.11.
Reason: This proposal is based on text that was agreed to by major parties on both sides of the sprinklered-protected assembly issue during the last
NFPA code cycle. At the second revision meeting of the NFPA Technical Committee on Fire Protection Features, a great deal of effort went into
gaining this agreement, and it was supported by a majority of the committee members in attendance. Following the meeting, NFPA distributed the
recommendation to the full committee for balloting, and it fell short of the required majority to advance in the process.
Nevertheless, the proposed text provides a cleaner way of conveying the intent of this section, and it warrants consideration by ICC, recognizing that
previous efforts to delete the section or argue that it is not needed have not been successful.
This text will make it clear that a sprinkler-protected assembly is an alternative to a fire-resistive assembly that requires approval of the building official,
as opposed to being a fire-resistive assembly. This "alternative to" approach is consistent with terminology approved by ICC-ES for inclusion AC385
as a basis for evaluating assemblies that use window sprinklers.
Cost Impact: Will not increase the cost of construction
The proposal simply clarifies current provisions.
FS 1-15 : 703.4-SHAPIRO5682
ICC COMMITTEE ACTION HEARINGS ::: April, 2015
FS4
Change #
FS1-15
Code(s)
IBC
Affected Section(s)
703.4, 703.4 (New)
FS2-15
IBC
703.4
G5-15
IBC
202 (New)
FS3-15
IBC
703.5.1, Chapter 35
FS4-15
IBC
703.7
FS5-15
IBC
703.7.1 (New)
FS6-15 Part II
IBC
704.3
Notes
Position Reason
Replaces the automtic sprinkler requirement Opposed This proposal changes the scope of
for fire resistance rating reductions
the section and leaves the discretion
to the code official
Deletes the automtic sprinkler requirement Support Dan?
for fire resistance rating reductions
Adds two new definitions for Combustible
Neutral
Not sure that the language of
and Noncombustible
noncombustible addresses it with
clarity
Revises the language in this section to add Opposed
a new reference standard ASTM E2652
IBC increased the marking and identification Support Support but needs clarification that
lettering to a minimum of 3" (76 mm) with a
the identification is only for concealed
3/8" (9.5mm) stroke incorporating the
spaces
suggested wording: "FIRE AND/OR SMOKE
BARRIER—PROTECT ALL OPENINGS," to
be repeated every thirty feet. Lettering may
still not be visible if placed behind above
ceiling equipment, on other side of a duct,
etc. the code
change
to also
Require
that fire
stop request
systemsisand
joint allow Support
systems be marked or identified systems.
Should a repair be needed, knowing the
system
design
number
may
allow the
repair
If the face
of the
primary
structural
frame
is Support
unexposed, in all likelihood, the same face
of the column is also unexposed column
adjacent to a masonry wall, where the wall
assembly has a different and individual fire
resistance tested design equal to the hourly
rating of the individual encasement
requirements of the column.
FS6-15 Part I
IBC
704.2
text states that the encasement must be on Support
all four sides of the beam, the exception will
allow tested assemblies that have the
encasement on only the "exposed" sides of
the beam.
FS7-15
IBC
704.2, 704.4.1
FS8-15
IBC
704.2
FS9-15
IBC
Part I: 704.2
Part II: 704.3
FS10-15
IBC
704.3, Table 704.3
(New)
FS11-15
IBC
202 (New), 705.2
provide further clarification to a code
change proposal that was approved last
cycle. Some jurisdictions are interpreting
that those construction boundary elements,
such as, built-up and solid structural
elements, are columns and are requiring
them to be provided with individual fire
protection. Clarifies this provision is not
intended to address continuous columns,
does not have any connections to any
elements of a structural frame, and is within
a rated wall
clarifying for the structural elements that
exceed the limits of Section 2308, and
specifically 2308.8.1 and 2308. 8 2, and
keep the code user in this section of code
for all primary structural frame elements.
spaces are typically crawl spaces or under
structural floor areas where the area is not
being used for any building use such as
mechanical equipment or storage. The
concept is that there would not be anything
that would start on fire so it does not make
sense to delete the membrane of the
floor/ceiling assembly but to still require the
rating of any structural columns located
within the unusable space.
Section 704.3 is a run on sentence which
combines too many subjects to be
understood clearly. The construction
requirements are relocated into a new table.
Next to each support category is the fireresistance requirements for that category.
Support
Support
Opposed
Support
some confusion as to what a projection is or Support
isn't. We have provided a new definition to
clarify what they may be
FS12-15
IBC
FS13-15
IBC
FS14-15
IBC
FS15-15
IBC
705.2
proposal provides that direction by requiring
an exterior wall to extend the full width of
the projection. The exterior wall would
provide protection from fire to and from
adjacent properties. The areas on either
side would not be required to be protected
similar to exterior walls of a building that are
perpendicular to the line
Table 705.2
the maximum distance that a projection
would be required was 40 inches. In the
current edition, a building that has a fire
separation distance of 30 feet would be
required to hold the projection back from the
lot line by a minimum of 20 feet. The writer
felt that was over-restrictive. This change
puts the requirement back to what was
permitted in previous codes and eliminates
the anomaly that was present in the 2012
edition.
Table 705.2
Add formula 2' + 2/3(FSF - 3') to replace
text "24 inches plus 8 inches for every foot
of FSD beyond 3 feet or fraction thereof" to
simplify use
705.2.3, 705.2.3.1
This proposal is editorial in nature, making
(New), 705.2.4 (New), no technical changes. It simply relocates the
1406.1, 1406.3,
provisions that state the protection and type
1406.4
of construction requirements for
combustible decks and balconies, and bay
and oriel windows from Chapter 14 to
Chapter 7 because it gets missed in Chapter
14. Section 1406.1 is deleted since it only
contained general charging language,
Opposed
Opposed
Support
Support
FS16-15
IBC
705.8
G14-15
FS17-15
IBC
705.8.1
FS18-15
IBC
705.8.1
code change addresses exterior opening
Neutral
protection for structures and buildings, and
portions thereof that do not include
surrounding exterior walls. the code does
not seem to regulate the proximity of the
useable space relative to the lot line. Most
Building Officials will consider that the face
of the building to be the structural frame and
would regulate the percentage of exterior
openings within, however the IBC as written
does not support this interpretation. the IBC
implies that if an exterior wall is not
provided then the openings on the exterior
perimeter are not regulated since they are
not openings in an exterior wall. A written
interpretation from ICC confirms this
Neutral
clarify that the limitation of openings in
Support
exterior walls is based on the fire separation
distance of each individual story. The
opening protection would depend on the
distance to the lot line at each story, not the
first story.
IBC does not clearly regulate exterior
Opposed
opening protection when buildings include
vertical offsets under which useable space
occurs. Proposed exception # 3 addresses
buildings with occupancies other than R-3,
and Group R-2 constructed of Type VB
construction, since they have been
historically separated 5 ft from a lot line.
Additionally these buildings will always be
protected with sprinklers. The proposed
code change treats outdoor areas under a
building, for example outdoor dining in a
restaurant part of which is indoors and part
of which is under a larger second floor,
similarly to parking garages and requires a
fire separation distance of 10 ft f
This may add confusion between
projections andother building
elements
FS19-15
IBC
705.8.2
FS20-15
IBC
705.8.5
FS21-15
IBC
705.8.6
FS22-15
IBC
705.8.6
FS23-15
IBC
705.8.6.1 (New)
This proposal allows the same assemblies
that are exempt from the interior fire window
requirements of Section 716.6 to also be
exempt from opening requirements for
exterior walls.
The existing provision indicates that
openings in exterior walls shall be separated
vertically not less than 3 feet (914 mm) by
spandrel girders exterior walls or other
similar assemblies that have a fireresistance rating of not less than 1 hour,
rated for exposure to fire from both sides.
the last sentence of 705.8.5 then waives the
unexposed surface temperature limitations
specified in ASTM E 119 or UL 263. That
vertical portion of the curtain wall is often
immediately adjacent to combustible
materials such as window coverings, drapes
and carpets.
this proposal will make it clear that in order
to apply the fire-resistive provisions of this
section, both buildings would have to have a
fire separation distance of less than 15 feet
to the imaginary line
buildings on the same lot with an imaginary
line designed to determine fire separation
distance, it adds additional requirements
that are not required in an identical situation
with a real property line between buildings
and with the same identical physical
arrangement. This is the section that creates
the conflict between imaginary lines and
real property lines.
this proposal is to eliminate a conflict and
align it with Section 705.8.6. Having a
requirement for roof and opening protection
for two buildings on the same lot with an
imaginary line between them and ignoring
the same exact scenario for two building on
separate lots is not logical
Support
Support
Support
Support
Support
FS24-15
IBC
705.9 (New), 714.3,
1403.4
FS25-15
IBC
705.11
FS26-15
IBC
705.11.1
FS27-15
IBC
706.1.1.1 (New)
FS28-15
IBC
706.2
FS29-15
IBC
706.2
this code change will require all fireSupport
resistance rated exterior walls to have
penetrations protected in accordance with
Sections 714.3.1 through 714.3.3. This is
consistent with the intent of the listed
assembly requirements and maintains the
type of construction fire-resistance rating
requirements of Tables 601, 602
Where the entire building is provided with a Neutral
Class C B roof covering, exterior wall shall
be permitted to terminate at the underside
of the roof sheathing or deck in Type III, IV
and V construction. Will allow the provision
in other occupancies when the roof covering
classification is a least a Class B.
This proposal would impose a limit on
Support
parapets heights (48") while still allowing a
reasonable degree of flexibility on a case by
case basis.
The proposed language specifies that where Opposed
a property line divides a building for
ownership purposes, and the building
portions on both sides of the line do not
exceed the maximum height and area
requirements of the code, a fire wall is not
required to be constructed on the property
line.
loading requirements for firewalls in NFPA Neutral
221 – 15 are based on Allowable Stress
Design level loads. They need to be revised
to coordinate with the current strength level
loading of ASCE 7 and to clarify how to
combine them with other loads.
Adds and exception Where double fire walls Opposed
are used in accordance with NFPA 221,
floor and roof sheathing not exceeding 3/4
inch (19.05 mm) thickness shall be
permitted to be continuous through the wall
assemblies of light frame construction.
FS30-15
IBC
706.3
FS32-15
IBC
706.5.1
FS31-15
IBC
706.3
FS33-15
IBC
706.8
proposal would permit cross-laminated
timber fire walls to be used in Types III and
IV construction in lieu of noncombustible
materials. These solid wood elements can
easily achieve a high fire resistance rating
and have inherent structural advantages in
fire conditions, when protected and rated
appropriately
Substituting two 2-hour light frame walls for
a single required 3-hour wall provides
flexibility in design and construction while
improving fire resistance, which outweighs
material considerations.
set a limitation of 15% of the area of the
protected wall to limit the amount of
openings. The 15% is based on the amount
of protected openings permitted in Table
705.8 for a fire separation distance of 3-5
feet
Occasionally, a limited fire wall is needed to
separate two buildings that are connected
with a narrow corridor. The 25% rule limits
the opening to 36".the proposed change
would allow that opening to be 12' wide. The
24' limit proposed would allow for loads up
to 16" wide, which would accommodate
most wide industrial loads.
Opposed
Opposed
Support
Opposed
FS34-15 Part I
IBC
706.10, 706.10.1
(New), 706.10.2
(New), Chapter 35
FS34-15 Part II IBC
707.9, 707.10 (New),
715.4 (New), 715.4.1
(New), Chapter 35
FS34-15 Part III IBC
715.7 (New), Chapter
35
FS35-15
707.3.11 (New),
711.2.4.7 (New)
FS36-15
707.6
the Code is silent as to how the joints
created between the top of a fire wall and a
fire fire resistance. Using tested joint
systems at the top of the firewall where the
firewall ends below the roof deck will
provide an assurance that fire cannot get
past the fire wall at this potential weak point.
ASTM E 2837, "Standard Test Method for
Determining the Fire Resistance of
Continuity Head-of-Wall Joint Systems
Installed Between Rated Wall Assemblies
and Nonrated horizontal Assemblies" was
developed precisely to address this
condition
rated and/or non-fire-resistance rated roof
are to be protected from fire spread through
the top-of-wall joint when any of the parapet
exceptions are used.
This proposal then recognizes the existence
of the new Standard ASTM E 2837, entitled
"Standard Test Method for Determining the
Fire Resistance of Continuity Head-of-Wall
Joint Systems Installed Between Rated Wall
Assemblies and Nonrated Horizontal
Assemblies"
The ASTM E 2837 Standard was created to
evaluate continuity head-of-wall joint
systems for this specific application,
providing exactly the code-mandated
performance
Fire pump rooms are constructed of fire
barriers and horizontal assemblies as stated
in Section 913.2.1 but a pointer should be
inserted in the fire barrier section for
designers and code officials
rolling steel fire doors, the most common
opening protective greater than 156 square
feet. The proposed Exception reflects longstanding common practice where the use of
rolling steel fire doors have been
determined to be both necessary and
practical as opening protective's
Support
Support
Support
Support
Opposed Rolling fire shutters present
challenges to egress requirements
that are often overlooked or missed.
FS37-15
707.9
FS38-15
708.4
FS39-15
708.4
would allow fire barriers such as shafts,
Opposed
occupancy separations and similar to be
discontinued through the cavity space of a
non-fire resistance rated roof-ceiling
assembly while the same fire barrier has to
be continuous thru the cavity space of a fire
resistance rated roof-ceiling assembly
proposal correlated Section 903.3.1.2 with Neutral
NFPA 13R Section 1.1. recognizing that the
intent of the exceptions is to cover buildings
protected by NFPA 13R systems and limit
the exceptions to buildings not exceeding 60feet in height above grade plane. As
currently written, the exceptions could be
applied to buildings that are taller than 60
feet, which was not intended and should not
be allowed
FRTW is permitted in numerous areas of
Opposed
the Code in non-combustible construction
because of its fire retardant properties.
NFPA 13 combustible concealed spaces
that are constructed entirely of FRTW are
not required to have sprinkler protection
(NFPA 13 Section 8.15.1.2.11). If draft
stopping were required at each dwelling
unit, it would block cross ventilation,
eliminating the use of ridge vents
FS40-15
708.4
Sections 718.3.2 exception #1, 718.3.3
Support
exception, 718.4.2 exception #2, and
718.4.3 exception allow elimination of draft
stops in concealed combustible floor or attic
spaces when the building is equipped
throughout with an automatic sprinkler
system. NFPA 13 has specific provisions
that would allow elimination of sprinkler
protection in combustible concealed spaces.
Either exceptions to section 718.3 and 718.4
have to be revised to indicate that draft
stopping can only be eliminated when
concealed combustible spaces are sprinkler
protected or another exception would be
required in Section 708.4 to coordinate the
noted exceptions with each other. proposed
exception creates this consistency
FS41-15
708.4
it is recognized that draft stops are not
Opposed
intended to offer significant fire resistance.
this proposal is to provide draft stops that
have a more robust fire performance at
increased intervals. IBC Table 722.6.2(1) for
guidance, 2 layers of ½" gypsum board or 2
layers of 15/32" wood structural panel (such
as plywood) bonded with exterior glue may
provide 20 minutes of fire resistance. The
proposed 5,000square foot or 4-dwelling unit
(whichever is smaller) threshold for applying
this exception is included to ensure that
someone won't argue that attics with a total
area that is smaller than these thresholds
don't need any draft stopping at all.
FS42-15
708.1, 708.4, 708.4
(New), 708.4.1 (New),
708.4.2 (New), 718.3,
718.3.2, 718.3.3,
718.4, 718.4.2,718.4.3
FS43-15 Part I
708.6
FS43-15 Part II
FS44-15
709.5, 716.6.7
709.5
Editorial correlation with 2015 IBC Section
420.1, which added the requirement for
separation walls in R-4 occupancies to be
fire partitions. to include all Group R
occupancies will eliminate the appearance
that R-4 has been omitted from the
requirements of 708.4. the 6 exceptions that
follow aren't clear with respect to which
parts of the main paragraph they apply to.
thresholds in 718.3.2 and 718.4.2 were
moved to Section 708.4 to eliminate the
conflict and consolidate all of the draft
stopping requirements for Group R in a
single location. Without fixing this, R-3 and
R-4 will continue to have conflicting
requirements in 708.4.2 and 718.4.
proposal is to address an anomaly in the
current code language. For fire barriers
there is a limitation on the total amount of
openings permitted of any type in 707.6. In
addition to that restriction the code also
limits fire-protection-rated glazing to 1 hour
or less fire-resistance-rated assemblies. And
the amount of fire protection rated fire
windows in a wall in further restricted in
Section 716.6.7. However, when you get to
the Fire Partition portion of the code there is
no overall limitation in openings. This allows
for additional fire-protection-rated glazing
and radiant heat transfer beyond the amount
restricted by Section 716.6.7.2 for fire
windows.
Same as Part 1.
This proposal would allow the installation of
a non-labeled protective plate, usually made
of steel or other resilient material, to be
installed on these doors to protect them
from excessive wear and damage
Support
Neutral
Neutral
Opposed Unless NFPA 80 allows 20 minute
rated doors to have this. Smoke
barrier doors are in 1xhour rated
walls with 20 minute opening
protective's.
FS45-15
709.5,
FS46-15
712.1.10.1
Exception 1 is the only application in the
Neutral
code where non-fire-rated and non-smokerated doors are allowed to "protect"
openings in required smoke barriers.
Elsewhere in the code, openings in smoke
barriers are required to be protected with
opening protective's which comply with
Section 716. openings in the required
smoke barriers in an occupancy which may
have defend-in-place fire safety procedures
should be held to no less of a performance
standard than required for other
occupancies
current language in the code is redundant
Support
and confusing
Shaft Enclosures - adding ASTM E2336Support
04(2013) standard test methods for Fire
Resistive Grease Duct Enclosures systems.
FS47-15
IBC
713.2
FS48-15
IBC
713.2
FS49-15
FS50-15
FS51-15
FS52-15
IBC
IBC
IBC
IBC
713.8.2 (NEW)
713.13
fix for pcblished error
713.13,713.14,3002.1 langauge fix
713.13.1
Support
Support
support
Support
FS53-15
IBC
713.13.3
Support
FS54-15
IBC
714.2 (NEW)
FS55-15
IBC
714.2 (NEW)
FS56-15
IBC
714.3.1.1, 714.4.1.1
helps support the intended protection in
713.13.1
The standard provides no indication that it is
promulgated according to a consensus
process
states that through - penetration fire stop
systems be installed per manufactures
instructions
States that through - penetration fire stop
systems be installed as tested
FS57-15
IBC
Membrane penetrations
Support
FS58-15
FS59-15
IBC
IBC
714.3.2,
714.4.2,717.6.1
(IMC)607.6.1
714.3.2
714.3.3,714.4.3
langauge clarification
langauge clarification
Support
Support
Same as above
Reject
Doesn't allow interconnecting ducts
beyond the space of origin
Same as above with the connecting
ducts allowed
as long as it is on the outside
allows one shaft to contain a
recycling and a waste chute
Opposed need more info why only I - 2
occupancy only
Support
opposed
I like installed per manufactures
instructions like in the above proposal
FS60-15
IBC
714.4.1
FS61-15
IBC
714.4.1.2
FS62-15
FS63-15
IBC
IBC
714.4.1.2
714.4.1.2
FS64-15
FS65-15
IBC
IBC
714.4.1.2
714.4.1.2
FS66-15
FS67-15
IBC
IBC
714.4.2
714.4.2
FS68-15
IBC
715.1
FS69-15
IBC
715.1
FS70-15
FS71-15
FS72-15
IBC
IBC
IBC
FS73-15
IBC
FS74-15
IBC
FS75-15
IBC
langauge that will make exceptions
consistent with the overall intent
clarifies existing exception for floor
penetrations by floor drains, tub drains or
showers
langauge fix
specifys what is penetrating the top of the
switch gear
added exception for parking garages
aims to rectify the significant inconsistency
in performance requirements for floor
penetrations
Support
Support
Support
Support
Support
Support
Support
adding Exception #8 to allow listed
Support
luminaires to penetrate ceiling membranes
this proposal is editorial in nature and
Support
makes no change to the current requirments
addition to exceptions for fire - resistant joint Support ( if in deed there is no current systems
editorial) available tp protect this joint
715.2
language fix
support
715.2,715.4
support
715.3
changes the exteroir walls with a horizontal support
fire separation distance from 5' to 10' for
consistenancy between the requirements for
exterior walls and fire -resistant joint
systems
707.5,711.4(New),711. The proposal is a reorganization of existing support
5(new),712.1.5,715,71 requirements
5.1(new),715.1,715.3(
New),715.3.1(new),71
5.3.2(new)715.4.2,715
.1.1
402.8.6.1,405.4.2,405. clarifying and slightly revising the text and support
4.3,407.3.1,
the reference. (technical revisions)
408.3.8,410.3.5,510.2,
705.8.2,706.8,722.2.4.
4,909.20.3.1,909.20.3.
2,
1023.3.1,3008.6.3,300
7.6.3,3104.10
716.1,716.5
makes all required opening protective be
support
installed in accordance with NFPA 80
FS76-15
IBC
FS77-15
IBC
FS78-15
IBC
FS79-15
IBC
FS80-15
IBC
FS81-15
IBC
FS82-15
IBC
FS83-15
IBC
FS84-15
IBC
FS85-15
FS86-15
IBC
IBC
FS87-15
FS88-15
FS89-15
IBC
IBC
IBC
FS90-15
FS91-15
FS92-15
FS93-15
IBC
IBC
IBC
table 716.3,2409.1
The changes to the table better reflect
existing code requirements
716.3.1
allows the use of the comparable UL
standard
716.4
Allows options for engineering analysis
based on two UL standards
Table 716.5
Clarifies the marking requirements for a
specific type of glaze
Table 716.5
Clarification of the code language through
deletion of misleading note
Table 716.5, 716.5.5, all changes deal with fire - protection tared
716.5.5.1, 716.5.8.1.2 glaze
Table 716.5, 716.5.6 corrects an inconsistency in the way fire
windows are treated in comparison to
transoms and sidelights found in the same
frame with a fire door
table 716.5,
allows fire protection rated glazing as vision
716.5.8.1.2,
panels in 3hr fire doors but limits it to 100 sq
716.5.8.1.2.1,
inches in 3 and 4 hr fire walls and fire
716.5.8.1.2.2
barriers.
table 716.5
This code change is intended to provide
requirements for opening protection
asemblies in 1hr fire walls
716.5.1
clarifies references to testing criteria
716.5.1.1(New),
adds criteria for fire door assemblies to
716.5.3.1
meet the requirement for smoke and draft
control doors
716.5.2
clarifies references to testing criteria
716.5.2
just language change
716.5.3.1.1
provides guidance where terminated stops
would be allowed
716.5.3.1
editorial changes
716.5.8
editorial changes
716.5.8.1.2.1
proposal allows greater contruction options
716.5.9.1
Latch required. Unless otherwise specifically
permitted, single side-hinged swinging fire
doors and both leaves of
pairs of side-hinged swinging fire doors shall
be provided with an active latch bolt that will
secure the door when it is closed.
support
support
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Support
Clarification is needed to show that
side-hinged swinging fire doors, and
no other types of fire doors, are being
addressed in these
provisions.
FS94-15
202 (New), 716.5.9.2, Add new definition as follows:
Neutral
716.5.9.3 (New)
SECTION 202 DEFINITIONS
DELAYED ACTION CLOSER. Self-closing
device that incorporates a delay prior to the
intiation of closing. Delayed action
closers are mechanical devices with an
adjustable delay.
716.5.9.2 Automatic-closing fire door
assemblies. Automatic-closing fire door
assemblies shall be self-closing in
accordance with NFPA 80.
Add new text as follows:
716.5.9.3 Delayed action closers Doors
required to be self-closing and not requried
to be automatic closing shall be
permitted to be equipped with delayed
action closers with not more than 60
seconds delay before the door is closed.
The IBC is silent regarding allowing
delayed action closers, and
applicable requirements.
Delayed action closer functionality is
commonly required and / or desired
for closers installed on doors.
Example: delayed action closers are
frequently
used in schools to allow a teacher to
lead a group of students from one
area of the building to another. A
door with a delayed action closer
allows the
teacher with a group of students to
pass through the door before it
closes, helping to keep the group
intact.
Unlike automatic-closing doors which
are commonly held in an open
position, self-closing doors which are
not automatic-closing doors are
normally in
a closed position unless being used.
Thus, in a fire situation, the doors
within the scope of this proposal
would be closed except when being
used and
during the relatively brief delay
caused by the delayed action closer.
The delay of delayed action closers is
usually adjustable. A maximum 60
FS95-15
716.5.9.3
FS96-15
716.5.9.4
Smoke-activated doors. Automatic-closing Support
doors installed in the following locations
shall be permitted to have hold-open
devices. Doors shall automatically
closeautomatic-closing by the actuation of
smoke detectors installed in accordance
with Section
907.3 or by loss of power to the smoke
detector or hold-open device. Doors that are
automatic-closing by smoke detection shall
not
have more than a 10-second delay before
the door starts to close after the smoke
detector is actuated.: Automatic-closing
doors that
protect openings installed in the following
locations shall comply with this section:
1. Doors installed across a corridor.
2. Doors installed in the enclosures of exit
access stairways and ramps in accordance
with Sections 1019 and 1023, respectively.
3. Doors that protect openings in exits or
corridors required to be of fire-resistancerated construction.
1.4. Doors that protect openings in walls that
are capable of resisting the passage of
smoke that seperate incidental uses in
accordance with Section 509.4.
2.7. Doors installed In fire wall walls in
accordance with Section 706.8.
3. In fire barriers in accordance with Section
Doors in pedestrian ways. Vertical sliding
Support
Sliding or vertical rolling steel fire doors in
openings through which pedestrians travel
shall be heat activated or activated by
smoke detectors with alarm verification.
The intent of this proposal is
clarification. Current items 1, 2, 3, 10
and 11 are addressed in the items
specific to smoke barriers, shaft
enclosures, fire barriers and smoke
barriers respectively. They should be
deleted as redundant. Current items
4 through 9 and 12 are reworded to
be consistent and to be technically
correct. Fire barriers were added to
the list to address doors that protect
openings in exit enclosures, vertical
shafts, incidental uses, etc. Items are
proposed to be renumbered to be in
the same order as they are found in
the code.
Sliding fire doors can operate
horizontally, thus the "vertical"
descriptor is not needed because it is
too limiting. Rolling steel fire doors
always
operate vertically by definition, so the
"vertical" descriptor is redundant and
unnecessary.
FS97-15
Table 716.6, 716.6.7.1 Where 3 /4-hour fire protection window
Support
assemblies permitted. Fire-protection-rated
glazing requiring 45-minute
opening protection in accordance with Table
716.6 shall be limited to fire partitions
designed in accordance with Section 708
and fire barriers utilized in the applications
set forth in Sections 707.3.6, 707.3.7 and
707.3.9 where the fire-resistance rating
does not exceed 1 hour. Fire-resistancerated glazing assemblies tested in
accordance with ASTM E 119 or UL 263
shall not
be subject to the limitations of this section.
The purpose of this proposal is to
clarify application of the code.
Sections 404.6 Enclosure of atriums,
707.3.6 Atriums, and 707.6 Openings
Exception 4 all provide for the use of
a 1 hour fire-resistance rated fire
barrier for enclosing an atrium and
provide for the use of fire windows.
FS98-15
716.6.2
Nonsymmetrical glazing systems.
Support
Nonsymmetrical fire-protection-rated glazing
systems in fire partitions, fire barriers or in
exterior walls with a fire separation distance
of 5 10 feet (15243048 mm) or less
pursuant to Section 705 shall be
tested with both faces exposed to the
furnace, and the assigned fire protection
rating shall be the shortest duration obtained
from the two tests conducted in compliance
with NFPA 257 or UL 9.
This proposal is submitted by the ICC
Fire Code Action Committee (FCAC).
This ICC committee was established
by the ICC Board of
Directors to pursue opportunities to
improve and enhance assigned
International Codes or portions
thereof. This includes both the
technical aspects of
the codes as well as the code content
in terms of scope and application of
referenced standards. The Fire-CAC
has held 10 open meetings and
numerous Regional Work Group and
Task Group meetings and conference
calls for the current code
development cycle which included
members of
the committees as well as any
interested party to discuss and
debate the proposed changes.
Related documentation and reports
are posted on the
FAC website at:
http://www.iccsafe.org/cs/CAC/Pages/
default.aspx?usertoken={token}&Site
=icc
Section 705.5 of the 2015
International Building Code (IBC)
states the required fire-resistance
rating of exterior walls with a fire
FS99-15
716.6.5
Installation. Fire-protection-rated glazing
Support
shall be in the fixed position or be automaticclosing and shall be installed in
approvedlabeled frames.
This proposal is submitted by the ICC
Fire Code Action Committee (FCAC).
This ICC committee was established
by the ICC Board of
Directors to pursue opportunities to
improve and enhance assigned
International Codes or portions
thereof. This includes both the
technical aspects of
the codes as well as the code content
in terms of scope and application of
referenced standards. The Fire-CAC
has held 10 open meetings and
numerous Regional Work Group and
Task Group meetings and conference
calls for the current code
development cycle which included
members of
the committees as well as any
interested party to discuss and
debate the proposed changes.
Related documentation and reports
are posted on the
FAC website at:
http://www.iccsafe.org/cs/CAC/Pages/
default.aspx?usertoken={token}&Site
=icc
Fire door and fire window frames are
commonly listed and labeled, and
code authorities typically look for
labels during installation. This
FS100-15
716.6.7.3
FS101-15
716 (New)
Where 1 /3-hour fire-protection window
Support
assemblies permitted. Fire-protection-rated
glazing shall be permitted in window
assemblies tested to NFPA 257 or UL 9
insmoke barriers andfire partitions requiring
1 /3-hour opening protection in
accordance with Table 716.6.
Support
This code change is intended to
remove the term "smoke barrier"
from this section on the grounds that:
A) The charging section for this sub
section does not include smoke
barriers. Section 716.6.7 addresses
the use of fire window assemblies in
fire partitions and fire barriers only.
B) This section states the fireprotection rating for window
assemblies in smoke barriers is 1/3hour in accordance with Table 716.6,
however
Table 716.6 states the minimum fire
window assembly rating in a smoke
barrier is 3/4-hour.
FS102-15 Part I
202 (New), 717 (New),
717.1 (New), 717.2
(New), 717.3 (New),
721.1.17 (New),
Chapter 35
Add new definition as follows:
Oppose
SECTION 202 DEFINITIONS
Fire Curtain FIRE CURTAIN. A flexible
membrane assembly constructed of
materials designed to restrict the spread of
fire
when tested in accordance with UL 10D.
Add new text as follows:
SECTION717 Fire and Smoke Curtains
717.1 General Fire and smoke curtains
permitted by other sections of this code
shall comply with the provisions of this
section.
717.2 Fire Test Criteria Fire and smoke
curtains shall be tested in accordance with
the requirements of UL 10D.
717.3 Activation Fire and smoke curtains
shall comply with the following criteria:
1. Fire and smoke curtains shall be actuated
by approved spot-type detectors listed for
releasing service.
2. Fire detection systems providing control
input or output signals to fire and smoke
curtains or elements thereof
shall comply with the requirements of
Section 907. Such systems shall be
equipped with a control unit complying
with UL 864 and listed as smoke control
equipment.
721.1.17 Fire curtains. Vertical floor
openings shall be permitted where protected
This proposal introduces fire curtains
into the code to be used in protecting
vertical openings. The current code
has several different ways to
protect these openings. These
curtains have been tested in
accordance with UL 10D which is
similar to UL 263 without the hose
stream test.
Horizontal assemblies are not
required to pass the hose stream test.
Therefore, the standards are similar
in how they evaluate the system. This
proposal would permit a horizontally
deployed curtain that would enclose
the vertical floor opening and provide
the same protection as the horizontal
assembly.
FS102-15 Part
II
404.6, 717 (New),
717.1 (New), 717.2
(New), 717.3 (New),
202 (New), Chapter 35
Revise as follows:
Oppose
404.6 Enclosure of atriums. Atrium spaces
shall be separated from adjacent spaces by
a 1-hour fire barrier constructed in
accordance with Section 707 or a horizontal
assembly constructed in accordance with
Section 711, or both.
Exceptions:1. A fire barrier is not required
where a glass wall forming a smoke partition
is provided. The glass wall shall
comply with all of the following:
1.1. Automatic sprinklers are provided along
both sides of the separation wall and doors,
or on the
room side only if there is not a walkway on
the atrium side. The sprinklers shall be
located
between 4 inches and 12 inches (102 mm
and 305 mm) away from the glass and at
intervals
along the glass not greater than 6 feet (1829
mm). The sprinkler system shall be
designed so
that the entire surface of the glass is wet
upon activation of the sprinkler system
without
obstruction;
1.2. The glass wall shall be installed in a
gasketed frame in a manner that the
framing system
deflects without breaking (loading) the glass
Section 404.6 requires that an atrium
be separated from other spaces of
the building by a one-hour fire barrier.
The exceptions to that
requirement permit the installation of
a non-fire rated assembly in
exception 1. ThIS proposal will permit
the installation of a fire curtain around
the
perimeter of the atrium as an
additional option. It is our position
that a fire curtain provides an
equivalent level of protection to glass
forming a smoke
partition protected by automatic
sprinklers outlined in exception 1. In
fact, this installation has been
approved by many jurisidictions as an
equivalent
design. The intent of the exception is
to provide a smoke separation at the
atrium. The proposal is also creating
a new section and definition to
address
the testing and installation
requirements for the curtain. UL 10D
has been specified as the test
standard for the fire curtains. It is
similar to other fireresistance
tests with the exception of a hose
stream test.
FS102-15 Part
III
202, 717 (New), 717.1
(New), 717.2 (New),
717.3 (New), 1019.3,
Chapter 35
Add new definition as follows:
Oppose
SECTION 202 DEFINITIONS
FIRE CURTAIN. A flexible membrane
assembly constructed of materials designed
to restrict the spread of fire when tested in
accordance with UL 10D.
Add new text as follows:
SECTION717 Fire and Smoke Curtains
717.1 General Fire and smoke curtains
permitted by other sections of this code
shall comply with the provisions of this
section.717.2 Fire Test Criteria Fire and
smoke curtains shall be tested in
accordance with the requirements of UL
10D.
717.3 Activation Fire and smoke curtains
shall comply with the following criteria:
1. Fire and smoke curtains shall be actuated
by approved spot-type detectors listed for
releasing service.
2. Fire detection systems providing control
input or output signals to fire and smoke
curtains or elements thereof shall comply
with the requirements of Section 907. Such
systems shall be equipped with a control
unit complying
with UL 864 and listed as smoke control
equipment.
Revise as follows:
1019.3 Occupancies other than Groups I-2
and I-3. In other than Group I-2 and I-3
This proposal presents a new type of
separation requirement for exit
access stairways. It introduces the
concept of fire curtains into the code
and permits their use to enclose exit
access stairs that serve a maximum
of four stories. Fire curtains are
tested to UL 10D which does not
include the
hose stream test. The intent is to
allow an alternative to a full
enclosure. The current code permits
stairs to be open between adjacent
stories without
enclosure. This proposal is also
consistent with the protection that
Exception 4 of Section 1099.3
provides, with the draft curtain and
closely spaced
sprinklers. In fact, the fire curtain will
provide a better level of protection
than the 18 inch draft curtains.
FS103-15
717.1.2 (IMC 607.1.2) Ducts that penetrate fire-resistance-rated
Support
assemblies without dampers. Ducts that
penetrate fire-resistance-rated assemblies
walls and are not required by this section to
have dampers shall comply with the
requirements of Sections 714.2 through
714.3.3. Ducts that penetrate horizontal
assemblies not required to be contained
within a shaft and not required by this
section to have dampers shall comply with
the requirements of Sections 714.4 through
714.5.2.
The purpose of this proposal is to
clarify that Section 714.3 is on rated
walls and 714.3 is on horizontal
assemblies. To say "fireresistancerated
assemblies" may confuse some code
users.
FS104-15
714.1.1, 717.1.2
This proposal is editorial in nature,
but may have minor technical
implications for some jurisdictions.
The proposal clarifies that
requirement to
comply with 714.2 through 714.3.3,
and 714.4 through 714.5.2 applies to
all ducts that penetrate fire resistancerated assemblies, not contained
within
a shaft, and not required by this
section to have fire dampers. This
change would then employ the
defined terminology "fire damper"
instead of the term
"damper", which can include "Ceiling
radiation dampers," "Combination
fire/smoke dampers," "Corridor
dampers," "Fire dampers" and
"Smoke
dampers.".
717.1.2 Ducts that penetrate fire-resistance- Support
rated assemblies without dampers. Ducts
that penetrate fire-resistance-rated
assemblies and are not required by this
section to have fire dampers shall comply
with the requirements of Sections 714.2
through 714.3.3. Ducts that penetrate
horizontal assemblies not required to be
contained within a shaft and not required by
this section to have fire dampers shall
comply with the requirements of Sections
714.4 through 714.5.2.
FS105-15
717.2.1 (IMC 607.2.1), 717.2.1 Smoke control system. Where the Support
Chapter 35
installation of a fire damper will interfere
with the operation of a required smoke
control system in accordance with Section
909, ducts used to supply uncontaminated
air shall be protected with a shaft enclosures
in accordance with Section 713, or tested in
accordance with ASTM E2816-11, with a
minimum F and T rating of
not less than 2 hours, continuously from the
air handling appliance or equipment to the
air outlet and inlet terminal, or approved
alternative protection shall be utilized.
Where mechanical systems including ducts
and dampers utilized for normal building
ventilation serve as part of the smoke
control system, the expected performance
of these systems in smoke
control mode shall be addressed in the
rational analysis required by Section 909.4.
Add new standard(s) as follows:
ASTM E2816-11, Standard Test Methods
for Fire Resistive Metallic HVAC Duct
Systems.
This proposal would require HVAC
ducts installed for the purposes of
stairwell pressurization to be
enclosed within a shaft or protected
by a
tested and listed assembly
conforming to the new ASTM E281611, Standard Test Methods for Fire
Resistive Metallic HVAC Duct
Systems evaluated
for the specific purpose. The new
ASTM Standard evaluates the HVAC
duct systems for surface burning
characteristics, non-combustibility,
fire
resistance, durability, and fire
engulfment with horizontal and
vertical through-penetration firestops.
The Standard can evaluate the fire
performance of
HVAC ducts for both supply
(pressurization) and return air, in the
vertical and horizontal orientation,
with or without openings. These test
methods
evaluate the ability of a HVAC duct
system to resist the spread of fire
from one compartment to another
compartment separated by fire
resistance
rated construction when the HVAC
FS106-15
717.2.3 (New) [IMC
607.2.3 (New)]
717.2.3 Smoke damper location. Smoke
Support
damper blades in the closed position shall
be located at or adjacent to but not more
than 24 inches away from the smoke barrier
or partition penetration. There shall be no
inlets or outlets between the damper and the
smoke barrier.
This user friendly language is found
in all smoke damper installation
instructions that few in the industry
are aware of. This language will aid
in understanding the flexibility
associated with property location
requirements for installers, designers
and inspectors. These requirements
can be
found in Greenheck, Ruskin, Pottorff
and all the other manufactureres
instructions. One of the problems is
UL 555-S only requires that one set
of
instructions be furnished per
shipment of dampers and are rarely
available for those who may need
them in the field. This is consistent
with NFPA
90.A
FS107-15
717.3.1 (IMC 607.3.1) 717.3.1 Damper testing. Dampers shall be Support
listed and labeled in accordance with the
standards in this section.
1. Fire dampers shall comply with the
requirements of UL 555. Only fire dampers
and ceiling radiation dampers
labeled for use in dynamic systems shall be
installed in heating, ventilation and airconditioning systems designed
to operate with fans on during a fire.
2. Smoke dampers shall comply with the
requirements of UL 555S.
3. Combination fire/smoke dampers shall
comply with the requirements of both UL
555 and UL 555S.
4. Ceiling radiation dampers shall comply
with the requirements of UL 555C or shall
be tested as part of a fireresistance-rated
floor/ceiling or roof/ceiling assembly in
accordance with ASTM E119 or UL 263.
Only ceiling radiation dampers labeled for
use in dynamic systems shall be installed in
heating, ventilation and air-conditioning
systems designed to operate with fans on
during a fire.
5. Corridor dampers shall comply with
requirements of both UL 555 and UL 555S.
Corridor dampers shall
demonstrate acceptable closure
performance when subjected to 150 feet per
minute (0.76 mps) velocity across
The phrase "and ceiling radiation
dampers" was added to Section
717.3.1, Provision 1 during the
previous code cycle to differentiate
ceiling
radiation dampers labeled for use in
dynamic systems. However,
Provision 1 deals with fire dampers
so the reference to ceiling radiation
dampers is
inappropriate. This proposal relocates
the reference to ceiling radiation
dampers labeled for use in dynamic
systems to Provision 4 addressing
ceiling
radiation dampers.
FS108-15
717.3.2.1 (IMC
607.3.2.1), 717.3.2.3
(IMC 607.3.2.3)
717.3.2.1 Fire damper ratings. Firedampers Support
shall have the minimum fire protection
rating specified in Table 717.3.2.1 for the
type of penetration.
717.3.2.3 Combination fire/smoke damper
ratings. Combination fire/smokedampers
shall have the minimum fire protection
rating specified for firedampers in Table
717.3.2.1 for the type of penetration and
shall have athe minimum rating specified
for smoke damperdampers rating as
specified in Section 717.3.2.2.
This proposal is intended to clarify
the requirements in this section. The
term "fire-protection rating" is being
changed to "rating" because fire
dampers carry an hourly rating, not a
"fire-protection rating". The term "for
the type of penetration" was deleted
because it is not needed.
FS109-15
717.5.2 (IMC 607.5.2), 717.5.2 Fire barriers. Ducts and air transfer Support
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openings of fire barriers shall be protected
with approved fire dampers installed in
accordance with their listing. Ducts and air
transfer openings shall not penetrate
enclosures for interior exit stairways and
ramps and exit passageways, except as
permitted by Sections 1023.5 and 1024.6,
respectively.
Exception:Fire dampers are not required at
penetrations of fire barriers where any of the
following apply:
1. Penetrations are tested in accordance
with ASTM E 119 or UL 263 as part of the
fire-resistance-rated assembly.
2. Ducts are used as part of an approved
smoke control system in accordance with
Section 909 and where the use of a fire
damper would interfere with the operation of
a smoke control system.
3. Such walls are penetrated by ducted
HVAC systems, have a required fireresistance rating of 1 hour or less, are in
areas of other than Group H and are in
buildings equipped throughout with an
automatic sprinkler system in accordance
with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2. For the
purposes of this exception, a ducted HVAC
system shall be a duct system for conveying
supply, return or exhaust air as part of the
structure's HVAC system. Such a duct
This proposal permits an additional
exception to the requirement to install
fire dampers in duct and air transfer
openings through fire barriers
provided the HVAC ducts are
protected by a tested and listed
assembly conforming to the new
ASTM E2816-11, Standard Test
Methods for Fire
Resistive Metallic HVAC Duct
Systems evaluated for the specific
purpose. The test method evaluates
the ability of a HVAC duct system to
resist the
spread of fire from one compartment
to another compartment separated by
a fire resistance rated construction
when the HVAC duct system is
exposed to fire.
The level of fire protection offered by
the proposal is typically greater than
currently required by Table 717.3.2.1
for fire dampers. For example, a
typical 2-hour fire-resistance rated
construction only requires a fire
damper having a 1-1/2-hour fireresistance rating, whereas the duct
will maintain
the same fire-resistance rating of the
building construction being
FS110-15
717.5.2 (IMC 607.5.2), 717.5.2 Fire barriers. Ducts and air transfer Neutral
717.5.3 (IMC 607.5.5) openings of fire barriers shall be protected
with approved listed fire dampers installed
in accordance with their listing. Ducts and
air transfer openings shall not penetrate
enclosures for interior exit stairways and
ramps and exit passageways, except as
permitted by Sections 1023.5 and 1024.6,
respectively.
Exception: In occupancies other than Group
H,Firefire dampers are not required at
penetrations of fire barriers where
any of the following apply:
1. Penetrations are tested in accordance
with ASTM E 119 or UL 263 as part of the
fire-resistance-rated assembly.
2. Ducts are used as part of an approved
smoke control system in accordance with
Section 909 and where the use of a fire
damper would interfere with the operation of
a smoke control system.
3. Such walls are penetrated by ducted
HVAC systems, have a required fireresistance rating of 1 hour or less, are in
areas of other than Group H and are in
buildings equipped throughout with an
automatic sprinkler system in accordance
with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2. For the
purposes of this exception, a ducted HVAC
system shall be a duct system for conveying
supply, return or exhaust air as part of the
Section 717.5.4 (fire partitions)
already exclude H occupancies from
these exceptions. Fire barriers which
are more restrictive than fire
partitions should have the same
requirements. in entire Section 717.5,
fire and smoke dampers or
combination of F/S dampers are
required to be
"listed", except for these two
locations that are calling for
"approved" for no apparent reason.
FS111-15
717.5.2 (IMC 607.5.2), 717.5.2 Fire barriers. Ducts and air transfer Neutral
717.5.3 (IMC 607.5.5) openings of fire barriers shall be protected
with listedapproved fire dampers installed
in accordance with their listing. Ducts and
air transfer openings shall not penetrate
enclosures for interior exit stairways and
ramps and exit passageways, except as
permitted by Sections 1023.5 and 1024.6,
respectively.
Exception:Fire dampers are not required at
penetrations of fire barriers where any of the
following apply:
1. Penetrations are tested in accordance
with ASTM E 119 or UL 263 as part of the
fire-resistance-rated assembly.
2. Ducts are used as part of an approved
smoke control system in accordance with
Section 909 and where the use of a fire
damper would interfere with the operation of
a smoke control system.
3. Such walls are penetrated by ducted
HVAC systems, have a required fireresistance rating of 1 hour or less, are in
areas of other than Group H and are in
buildings equipped throughout with an
automatic sprinkler system in accordance
with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2. For the
purposes of this exception, a ducted HVAC
system shall be a duct system for conveying
supply, return or exhaust air as part of the
structure's HVAC system. Such a duct
Section 717.3.1 of the 2015
International Building Code is very
clear that all five types of dampers
shall be listed and labeled. However
there
are two provisions within Section 717
which reference "approved" dampers
instead of "listed" dampers. This
intent of this proposal is simply to
bring
consistency in terminology within
Section 717. This does not represent
a technical change, as Section
717.3.1 already requires dampers to
be listed
and labeled.
FS112-15
See Errata
717.5.2 (IMC 607.5.2) 717.5.2 Fire barriers. Ducts and air transfer Support
openings of fire barriers shall be protected
with approved fire dampers installed in
accordance with their listing. Ducts and air
transfer openings shall not penetrate
enclosures for interior exit stairways and
ramps and exit passageways, except as
permitted by Sections 1023.5 and 1024.6,
respectively.
Exception:Fire dampers are not required at
penetrations of fire barriers where any of the
following apply:
1. Penetrations are tested in accordance
with ASTM E 119 or UL 263 as part of the
fire-resistance-rated assembly.
2. Ducts are used as part of an approved
smoke control system in accordance with
Section 909 and where the use of a fire
damper would interfere with the operation of
a smoke control system.
3. Such walls are penetrated by fully ducted
HVAC systems, have a required fireresistance rating of 1 hour or less, are in
areas of other than Group H and are in
buildings equipped throughout with an
automatic sprinkler system in accordance
with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2. For the
purposes of this exception, a fully ducted
HVAC system shall be a duct system for
conveying supply, return or exhaust air as
part of the structure's HVAC system. Such a
The code currently implies that any
flex duct (or equipment flex
connections) negates the use of the
exception for fire dampers in 1 hour
walls in fully ducted, fully sprinklered
buildings.
The code permits the omission of the
fire damper for a metal duct system
that terminates either at a wall (such
as a sidewall grille) or continues on to
a
duct opening past the fire barrier and
has openings in the duct ("continuous
from the air-handling appliance or
equipment to the air outlet and inlet
terminals"). This section does not
even prohibit openings to be on both
sides of the duct as long as the
openings are in metal duct.
However, for some reason, if flex
duct is used to connect a metal duct
to a ceiling diffuser (standard
practice) this triggers the requirement
for a fire damper. See attached
sketch. The flex connection within the
concealed space does not constitute
a greater hazard then other
conditions that would permit the
omission of the fire dampers.
Likewise, an flex connection at the
AHU within the mechanical space
FS113-15
717.5.3 (IMC 607.5.5) 717.5.3 Shaft enclosures. Shaft enclosures Support
that are permitted to be penetrated by ducts
and air transfer openings shall be
protected with approved fire and smoke
dampers installed in accordance with their
listing.
Exceptions:
1. Firedampers are not required at
penetrations of shafts where any of the
following criteria are met:
1.1. Steel exhaust subducts are extended
not less than 22 inches (559 mm) vertically
in exhaust
shafts, provided there is a continuous
airflow upward to the outside, provided by
an exhaust fan
installed at the upper terminus of the shaft
that is powered continuously in accordance
with the
provisions 909.11.
1.2. Penetrations are tested in accordance
with ASTM E 119 or UL 263 as part of the
fireresistance-rated
assembly.
1.3. Ducts are used as part of an approved
smoke control system designed and
installed in
accordance with Section 909 and where the
firedamper will interfere with the operation
of the
smoke control system.
The exceptions permit elimination of
both fire dampers and smoke
dampers in shafts under certain
conditions.
In order to eliminate smoke dampers
in a shaft, an exhaust fan must be
installed at the upper terminus of the
shaft that will operate on standby
power
so as to maintain a continuous
upward airflow to the outside. (See
Criteria 2.3 in Exception 2 of this
section).
This proposal seeks to require the
same conditions for an exhaust fan in
order to be able to eliminate the fire
damper in the shaft.
The system can be intentionally or
unintentionally powered down if there
is shorted/melted wiring or other
ignited debris within the ventilation
shaft.
Without a fire damper and no upward
airflow to the outside, fire (and
smoke) could migrate via the shaft to
a floor remote from the area of origin.
At
present a smoke damper is required
in some cases while a fire damper is
not required and vice versa. Both
should be required under the same
FS114-15
717.5.3 (IMC 607.5.5) 717.5.3 Shaft enclosures. Shaft enclosures Neutral
that are permitted to be penetrated by ducts
and air transfer openings shall be
protected with approved fire and smoke
dampers installed in accordance with their
listing.
Exceptions:
1. Firedampers are not required at
penetrations of shafts where any of the
following criteria are met:
1.1. Steel exhaust subducts are extended
not less than 22 inches (559 mm) vertically
in exhaust
shafts, provided there is a continuous
airflow upward to the outside.
1.2. Penetrations are tested in accordance
with ASTM E 119 or UL 263 as part of the
fireresistance-rated
assembly.
1.3. Ducts are used as part of an approved
smoke control system designed and
installed in
accordance with Section 909 and where the
firedamper will interfere with the operation
of the
smoke control system.
1.4. The penetrations are in parking garage
exhaust or supply shafts that are separated
from other
building shafts by not less than 2-hour fireresistance-rated construction.
For all occupancy classifications,
Exceptions 1 allows deletion of fire
dampers when specific conditions are
met. Exception 2 allows deletion
of the smoke damper under the
conditions specified, but is limited to
B and R occupancies. The 22-inch
subduct as described, mitigates the
fire
damper. For fully sprinklered
buildings, the fan described in
Exception 2 that is continuously
operating and on standby power,
mitigates the smoke
damper. This combination creates an
equivalent and safe condition that
need not be limited to B and R
occupancies.
FS115-15
717.5.3 (IMC 607.5.5) 717.5.3 Shaft enclosures. Shaft enclosures Opposed The requirement for smoke dampers
that are permitted to be penetrated by ducts
at penetrations in shafts was first
and air transfer openings shall be
included in the IBC during the
protected with approved fire and smoke
comment phase of the development
dampers installed in accordance with their
of
listing.
the first edition of the International
Exceptions:
Building Code. This requirement did
1. Firedampers are not required at
not exist in any of the model building
penetrations of shafts where any of the
codes (BOCA, UBC & SBC). A
following criteria are met:
requirement for smoke dampers at
1.1. Steel exhaust subducts are extended
penetrations of shafts has never been
not less than 22 inches (559 mm) vertically
incorporated in the NFPA system of
in exhaust
codes.
shafts, provided there is a continuous
The justification for smoke dampers
airflow upward to the outside.
in the original code change is that
1.2. Penetrations are tested in accordance
smoke can travel through a duct to
with ASTM E 119 or UL 263 as part of the
locations in a building that are remote
fireresistance-rated
from
assembly.
the fire. While this statement is
1.3. Ducts are used as part of an approved
correct, smoke travel through ducted
smoke control system designed and
ventilation shafts has not been a
installed in
contributing factor to fire spread or
accordance with Section 909 and where the
fire deaths in
firedamper will interfere with the operation
buildings. Smoke detectors at HVAC
of the
equipment have been required to
smoke control system.
accomplish automatic shut off of
1.4. The penetrations are in parking garage
HVAC equipment to minimize the
exhaust or supply shafts that are separated
potential of
from other
smoke spread through ventilation
building shafts by not less than 2-hour fireducts. For example, the majority of
resistance-rated construction.
fire deaths in upper stories of the
FS116-15
717.5.3 (IMC 607.5.5) 717.5.3 Shaft enclosures. Shaft enclosures Opposed These allowances can easily be
that are permitted to be penetrated by ducts
misapplied. Just because dampers
and air transfer openings shall be protected
(fire or smoke) are part of a 909
with approved fire and smoke dampers
smoke control system is not a reason
installed in accordance with their listing.
to delete them. The following
Exceptions:
statements have been gleaned from
1. Firedampers are not required at
various editions of the ICC Smoke
penetrations of shafts where any of the
Control book by Evans and Klote:
following criteria are met:
"One thing to consider is the effect of
1.1. Steel exhaust subducts are extended
automatic sprinklers. If we accept the
not less than 22 inches (559 mm) vertically
concepts outlined in Section 909, we
in exhaust shafts, provided there is a
must assume that
continuous airflow upward to the outside.
automatic sprinklers have activated
1.2. Penetrations are tested in accordance
and minimized the fire size, as well
with ASTM E 119 or UL 263 as part of the
as the heat output, or that the fire is
fireresistance-rated assembly.
fuel-limited. Section 909
1.3. Ducts are used as part of an approved
is not intended to be used when
smoke control system designed and
uncontrolled fires can be expected."
installed in accordance with Section 909 and
"It may be argued that fire dampers
where the firedamper will interfere with the
can invariably interfere with proper
operation of the smoke control system.
operation of a smoke control system.
1.3. The penetrations are in parking garage
Does this mean that all fire
exhaust or supply shafts that are separated
dampers in smoke control systems
from other building shafts by not less than 2should be deleted? The code even
hour fire-resistance-rated construction.
allows increased activation
2. In Group B and R occupancies equipped
temperatures for fire dampers
throughout with an automatic sprinkler
installed within
system in accordance with Section
smoke control systems. If there is
903.3.1.1, smokedampers are not required
sufficient heat at a fire damper to
at penetrations of shafts where all of the
cause the fusible link to melt, there
following criteria are met:
may be the possibility of spreading
FS117-15
717.5.3 (IMC 607.5.5) 717.5.3 Shaft enclosures. Shaft enclosures Support
that are permitted to be penetrated by ducts
and air transfer openings shall be protected
with approved fire and smoke dampers
installed in accordance with their listing.
Exceptions:
1. Firedampers are not required at
penetrations of shafts where any of the
following criteria are met:
1.1. Steel exhaust subducts are extended
not less than 22 inches (559 mm) vertically
in exhaust shafts, provided there is a
continuous airflow upward to the outside.
1.2. Penetrations are tested in accordance
with ASTM E 119 or UL 263 as part of the
fireresistance-rated assembly.
1.3. Ducts are used as part of an approved
smoke control system designed and
installed in accordance with Section 909 and
where the firedamper will interfere with the
operation of the smoke control system.
1.4. The penetrations are in parking garage
exhaust or supply shafts that are separated
from other building shafts by not less than 2hour fire-resistance-rated construction.
2. In Group B and R occupancies equipped
throughout with an automatic sprinkler
system in accordance with Section
903.3.1.1, smokedampers are not required
at penetrations of shafts where all of the
following criteria are met:
The purpose of exception 5 is to
eliminate an inconsistency between
the IBC & IMC. Without the
exception, the IBC would require
dampers
while the IMC specifically prohibits
them for clothes dryers (IMC Sec.
504.2), multistory domestic kitchen
exhaust (IMC Sec. 505.3), and in
grease
ducts (IMC Sec. 505.3). However, the
exception as written goes beyond that
to allow undampered shaft
penetrations in all kitchen exhausts
that
comply with the IMC.
FS118-15
717.5.5 (IMC 607.5.4) 717.5.5 Smoke barriers. A listed smoke
Neutral
damper designed to resist the passage of
smoke shall be provided at each point a
duct or air transfer opening penetrates a
smoke barrier. Smoke dampers and smoke
damper actuation methods shall comply with
Section 717.3.3.2.
Exceptions:
1. Smoke dampers are not required where
the openings in ducts are limited to a single
smoke compartment and the ducts are
constructed of steel.
2. Smoke dampers are not required in
smoke barriers required by Section 407.5
for Group I-2, Condition 2— where the
HVAC system is fully ducted in accordance
with Section 603 of the International
Mechanical Code and where buildings are
equipped throughout with an automatic
sprinkler system in accordance with Section
903.3.1.1 and equipped with quick-response
sprinklers in accordance with Section
903.3.2. For the purposes of this exception,
a ducted HVAC system shall be a duct
system for conveying supply, return or
exhaust air as part of the structure's HVAC
system. Such a duct system shall be
constructed of sheet steel not less than No.
26 gage thickness and shall be continuous
from the air-handling appliance or
equipment to the air outlet and inlet
Smoke barrier walls are used to
divide areas of a building into
separate smoke compartments so
that occupants can be evacuated or
relocated to adjacent smoke
compartments or other areas of the
building. They are also used to
enclose areas of refuge and or
elevator lobbies.
Although not required by the IBC,
smoke barriers can also be used as
part of a smoke control system,
accessible means of egress, and
compartmentation of underground
buildings. IBC Section 709.3 "Fireresistance rating" states that a 1-hour
fire-resistance rating is required for
smoke barriers. In addition to a 1
hour fire resistance rating for the
smoke barrier, the IBC also requires
that all the elements such as doors,
penetrations, joints and ducts of a
smoke barrier have quantifiable
resistance to smoke/air leakage.
Smoke barriers are required to be
permanently identified and
marked with signs or stenciling with
wording that requires that openings
should be protected after construction
and during ongoing maintenance and
repairs.
FS119-15
717.6.2 (IMC 607.6.2), 717.6.2 Membrane penetrations. Ducts and Support
717.6.2.1 (IMC
air transfer openings constructed of
607.6.2.1)
approved materials in accordance with the
International Mechanical Code that
penetrate the ceiling membrane of a fireresistance-rated floor/ceiling or
roof/ceiling assembly shall be protected with
one of the following:
1. A shaft enclosure in accordance with
Section 713.
2. A listed ceiling radiation damper installed
at the ceiling line where a duct penetrates
the ceiling of a fireresistance-rated
floor/ceiling or roof/ceiling assembly.
Exceptions:
1. A fire resistance rated assembly tested
in accordance with ASTM E 119 or UL 263
showing that ceiling radiation dampers are
not required in order to maintain the fire
resistance rating of the assembly.
2. Where exhaust duct penetrations are
protected in accordance with Section
714.4.1.2 are located within the cavity of a
wall and do not pass through another
dwelling unit or tenant space.
3. Where duct and air transfer openings
are protected with a duct outlet penetration
system tested as part of a fire-resistancerated assembly in accordance with ASTM E
119 or UL 263.
3. A listed ceiling radiation damper installed
This proposal combines Section
717.6.2 and 717.6.2.1 in a way that
the requirements could be understood
better. The changes are merely
editorial and not technical.
FS120-15
717.6.2.1 (IMC
607.6.2.1)
717.6.2.1 Ceiling radiation dampers. Ceiling Neutral
radiation dampers shall be tested in
accordance with Section 717.3.1. Ceiling
radiation dampers shall be installed in
accordance with the details listed in the fireresistance-rated assembly and the
manufacturer's instructions and the listing.
Ceiling radiation dampers are not required
where one of the following applies:
1. Tests in accordance with ASTM E 119 or
UL 263 have shown that ceiling radiation
dampers are not necessary in order to
maintain the fire-resistance rating of the
assembly.
2. Where exhaust duct or outdoor air duct
penetrations are protected in accordance
with Section 714.4.2, are located within the
cavity of a wall and do not pass through
another dwellingunit or tenant space.
3. Where duct and air transfer openings are
protected with a duct outlet protection
system tested as part of a fireresistancerated assembly in accordance with ASTM E
119 or UL 263.
This section provides multiple
exemptions for ceiling radiation
dampers. Exception 2 exempts
exhaust air ducts that meet certain
requirements. There
is no apparent reason to not also
exempt outdoor air ducts meeting the
same requirements. This appears to
simply be an oversight.
FS121-15 Part I
718.3.2
718.3.2 Groups R-1, R-2, R-3 and R-4.
Neutral
Draftstopping shall be provided in
floor/ceiling spaces in Group R-1 buildings,
in Group R-2 buildings with three or more
dwelling units, in Group R-3 buildings with
two dwelling units and in Group R-4
buildings.
Draftstopping shall be located above and in
line with the dwelling unit and sleeping unit
separations.
Exceptions:
1. Draftstopping is not required in buildings
equipped throughout with an automatic
sprinkler system in accordance with Section
903.3.1.1.
2. Draftstopping is not required in buildings
equipped throughout with an automatic
sprinkler system in accordance with Section
903.3.1.2, provided that automatic
sprinklers in accordance with Section
903.3.1.1 are installed in the combustible
concealed spaces where the draftstopping is
being omitted.
The requirement to have an NFPA
13R sprinkler system protect
combustible concealed spaces
contradicts the intent of a 13R
system. The
NFPA 13R code specifically excludes
the installation of sprinklers in
combustible concealed spaces.
Section 6.6.6 of NFPA 13R, 2010
edition (the
edition referenced by the 2012 IBC),
reads as follows:
"6.6.6 Sprinklers shall not be required
in attics, penthouse equipment
rooms, elevator machine rooms,
concealed spaces dedicated
exclusively to and
containing only dwelling unit
ventilation equipment, crawl spaces,
floor/ceiling spaces, noncombustible
elevator shafts where the elevator
cars comply
with ANSI A17.1, Safety Code for
Elevators and Escalators, and other
concealed spaces that are not used
or intended for living purposes or
storage
and do not contain fuel-fired
equipment."
FS121-15 Part
II
718.4.2
718.4.2 Groups R-1 and R-2. Draftstopping Neutral
shall be provided in attics, mansards,
overhangs or other concealed roof spaces
of Group R-2 buildings with three or more
dwelling units and in all Group R-1
buildings. Draftstopping shall be installed
above, and in line with, sleeping unit and
dwelling unit separation walls that do not
extend to the underside of the roof
sheathing
above.
Exceptions:
1. Where corridor walls provide a sleeping
unit or dwelling unit separation,
draftstopping shall only be required above
one of the corridor walls.
2. Draftstopping is not required in buildings
equipped throughout with an automatic
sprinkler system in accordance with Section
903.3.1.1.
3. In occupancies in Group R-2 that do not
exceed four stories abovegrade plane, the
attic space shall be subdivided by draftstops
into areas not exceeding 3,000 square feet
(279 m2) or above every two dwelling units,
whichever is smaller.
4. Draftstopping is not required in buildings
equipped throughout with an automatic
sprinkler system in accordance with Section
903.3.1.2, provided that automatic
sprinklers in accordance with Section
The requirement to have an NFPA
13R sprinkler system protect
combustible concealed spaces
contradicts the intent of a 13R
system. The
NFPA 13R code specifically excludes
the installation of sprinklers in
combustible concealed spaces.
Section 6.6.6 of NFPA 13R, 2010
edition (the
edition referenced by the 2012 IBC),
reads as follows:
"6.6.6 Sprinklers shall not be required
in attics, penthouse equipment
rooms, elevator machine rooms,
concealed spaces dedicated
exclusively to and
containing only dwelling unit
ventilation equipment, crawl spaces,
floor/ceiling spaces, noncombustible
elevator shafts where the elevator
cars comply
with ANSI A17.1, Safety Code for
Elevators and Escalators, and other
concealed spaces that are not used
or intended for living purposes or
storage
and do not contain fuel-fired
equipment."
FS122-15
718.3.2
718.3.2 Groups R-1, R-2, R-3 and R-4.
Opposed Group R-4 congregate residences are
Draftstopping shall be provided in
groups of sleeping units that operate
floor/ceiling spaces in Group R-1 buildings,
as a single-family home. Requiring
in Group R-2 buildings with three or more
draftstopping between
dwellingunits, in Group R-3 buildings with
bedrooms is a significantly higher
two dwelling units and in Group R-4
requirement than specified for any
buildings.
other occupancy. By letting the
Draftstopping shall be located above and in
provisions for Group R-4 fall back to
line with the dwelling unit and sleeping unit
the Group
separations.
R-3 requirements, there would be
Exceptions:
draftstopping between dwellings.
1. Draftstopping is not required in buildings
Sections 903.2.8.3 through
equipped throughout with an automatic
903.2.8.3.2 were added in 2015
sprinkler system in accordance with Section
IBC/IFC for attic protection in Group
903.3.1.1.
R-4 Condition 2 facilities to address
2. Draftstopping is not required in buildings
the issue of the
equipped throughout with an automatic
possibility of fires within an attic
sprinkler system in accordance with Section
space.
903.3.1.2, provided that automatic
[F] 903.2.8.3 Group R-4 Condition 2.
sprinklers are installed in the combustible
An automatic sprinkler system
concealed spaces where the draftstopping is
installed in accordance with Section
being omitted.
903.3.1.2 shall be permitted in Group
R-4
Condition 2 occupancies. Attics shall
be protected in accordance with
Section 903.2.8.3.1 or 903.2.8.3.2.
[F] 903.2.8.3.1 Attics used for living
purposes, storage or fuel-fired
equipment. Attics used for living
purposes, storage or fuel-fired
equipment shall be
FS123-15
720.1
720.1 General. Insulating materials,
Neutral
including facings such as vapor retarders
and vapor-permeable membranes, similar
coverings and all layers of single and
multilayer reflective foil insulations, shall
comply with the requirements of this
section.
Where a flame spread index or a smokedeveloped index is specified in this section,
such index shall be determined in
accordance with ASTM E 84 or UL 723. Any
material that is subject to an increase in
flame spread index or smoke-developed
index beyond the limits herein established
through the effects of age, moisture or other
atmospheric conditions shall not be
permitted. Insulating materials include but
are not limited to facings such as vapor
retarders, vapor permeable membranes and
similar coverings, and all layers of single
and multilayer reflective foil insulations.
Exceptions:
1. Fiberboard insulation shall comply with
Chapter 23.
2. Foam plastic insulation shall comply with
Chapter 26.
3. Duct and pipe insulation and duct and
pipe coverings and linings in plenums shall
comply with the International Mechanical
Code.
4. All layers of single and multilayer
This is simple clarification and
language cleanup. Section 720.1 is
intended to apply to all insulating
materials but the sentence as is
causes
confusion because it refers to two
types of insulation materials, namely
(1) facings such as vapor retarders
and vapor-permeable membranes
and
similar coverings and (2) all layers of
single and multilayer reflective foil
insulations. Therefore it is better if
they are shown in a separate
sentence at
the end of the section that way the
sentence is clearer.
The other change is that the correct
section for reflective plastic core
insulation materials (which are a
subset of reflective insulation
materials) is 2614
and not 2613.
FS124-15
720.1, 720.2.1
720.1 General. Insulating materials,
Support
including facings such as vapor retarders
and vapor-permeable membranes, similar
coverings and all layers of single and
multilayer reflective foil insulations, shall
comply with the requirements of this
section.
Where a flame spread index or a smokedeveloped index is specified in this section,
such index shall be determined in
accordance with ASTM E 84 or UL 723. Any
material that is subject to an increase in
flame spread index or smoke-developed
index beyond the limits herein established
through the effects of age, moisture or other
atmospheric conditions shall not be
permitted.
Exceptions:
1. Fiberboard insulation shall comply with
Chapter 23.
2. Foam plastic insulation shall comply with
Chapter 26.
3. Duct and pipe insulation and duct and
pipe coverings and linings in plenums shall
comply with the International Mechanical
Code.
4. All layers of single and multilayer
reflective plastic core insulation shall
comply with Section 2613.
720.2.1 Facings. Where such materials are
installed in concealed spaces in buildings of
The stricken language "all layers" is
redundant and could cause
confusion. Furthermore, this is not
the correct method for testing these
types of products. ASTM E 84
procedures call for the entire product
to be tested, not each component of
the product.
The word "foil" is an outdated
describer of reflective insulation
products. Some do contain foil, but a
majority of the industry has moved to
metalized
films. All reflective insulations require
the same testing regiment
independent of composition.
FS125-15
720.1, 720.5.1 (New)
720.1 General. Insulating materials,
Support
including facings such as vapor retarders
and vapor-permeable membranes, similar
coverings and all layers of single and
multilayer reflective foil insulations and
radiant barriers fully laminated to the
underside of a wood roof deck, shall comply
with the requirements of this section. Where
a flame spread index or a smoke-developed
index is specified in this section, such index
shall be determined in accordance with
ASTM E 84 or UL 723. Any material that is
subject to an increase in flame spread index
or smoke-developed index beyond the limits
herein established through the
effects of age, moisture or other
atmospheric conditions shall not be
permitted.
Exceptions:
1. Fiberboard insulation shall comply with
Chapter 23.
2. Foam plastic insulation shall comply with
Chapter 26.
3. Duct and pipe insulation and duct and
pipe coverings and linings in plenums shall
comply with the International Mechanical
Code.
4. All layers of single and multilayer
reflective plastic core insulation shall
comply with Section 2613.
Add new text as follows:
Reason: The proposal adds
necessary language to ensure that
radiant barriers attached to wood roof
decks are properly installed below an
approved
roof covering. The current language
in the code does not include any
reference to a very predominant
product type in the market place for
almost 30
years. This proposed language
addresses this need.
Product History Acceptance and
Distribution
Of the top 100 U.S. builders, 87
utilize this product type 650,000,000+
sq. ft. of this product is installed
annually Current ASTM Standards
include C 1313 and C 1744 Codes
that include Radiant Barrier:
HI-Chapter 181 of Title 3, Table
402.1.1.1, Section 402.1.1.6 and
Section 402.1.1.8.1 TX-Austin,
Chapter 25-12, Article 12. Energy
Code, Section 402.6
FL-2010 Florida Building Code,
Section 405.6.1, Figure 405.6.1 and
Table 303.2 (ASTM Standards) CATitle 24, Part 6, Subsection 8,
Section (f), Subsection 2, Table 151B, Table 151-C, Table 151-D
FS126-15
720.1, 720.1.1 (New),
2615 (New), 2615.1
(New), 2615.2 (New),
2615.3 (New),
2615.3.1 (New),
2615.3.2 (New)
720.1 General. Insulating materials,
Support
including facings such as vapor retarders
and vapor-permeable membranes, similar
coverings and all layers of single and
multilayer reflective foil insulations, shall
comply with the requirements of this
section.
Where a flame spread index or a smokedeveloped index is specified in this section,
such index shall be determined in
accordance with ASTM E 84 or UL 723. Any
material that is subject to an increase in
flame spread index or smoke-developed
index beyond the limits herein established
through the effects of age, moisture or other
atmospheric conditions shall not be
permitted.
Exceptions:
1. Fiberboard insulation shall comply with
Chapter 23.
2. Foam plastic insulation shall comply with
Chapter 26.
3. Duct and pipe insulation and duct and
pipe coverings and linings in plenums shall
comply with the
International Mechanical Code.
4. All layers of single and multilayer
reflective plastic core insulation shall
comply with Section 2613.
Insulating materials, including the following,
shall comply with the requirments of this
This proposal addresses three issues
that currently exist in this code
section.
1. It corrects an editorial mistake in
section 720.1 exception 4. The
exception should reference 2614
instead of 2613. This exception is
being
rewritten in affirmative language
rather than as an exception. The
change recognizes that the reflective
insulations explicitly covered by the
code (in section 2614) are reflective
plastic core insulations.
2. NO technical changes have been
made to this section, except for
adding radiant barriers to the
materials listed.
3. This proposal establishes a new
section on radiant barriers with plastic
core that are installed with an air
space between the radiant barrier and
the roof deck. A new section 2615 is
proposed for these insulation
materials. This is a different and
distinct product category separate
from
the existing section 2614 Reflective
Plastic Core Insulation. Radiant
barriers with plastic core provide
different types of performances, are
FS127-15
720.1, 720.5.1 (New), 720.1 General. Insulating materials,
Support
720.5.2 (New), 202
including facings such as vapor retarders
(New)
and vapor-permeable membranes, similar
coverings and all layers of single and
multilayer reflective foil insulations and
interior radiation control coatings, shall
comply with the requirements of this
section. Where a flame spread index or a
smoke-developed index is specified in this
section, such index shall be determined in
accordance with ASTM E 84 or UL 723. Any
material that is subject to an increase in
flame spread index or smoke-developed
index beyond the limits herein established
through the effects of age, moisture or other
atmospheric conditions shall not be
permitted.
Exceptions:
1. Fiberboard insulation shall comply with
Chapter 23.
2. Foam plastic insulation shall comply with
Chapter 26.
3. Duct and pipe insulation and duct and
pipe coverings and linings in plenums shall
comply with the International Mechanical
Code.
4. All layers of single and multilayer
reflective plastic core insulation shall
comply with Section 2613.
Add new text as follows:
720.5.1 Interior radiation control coatings
This proposal addresses the following
issues that currently exist in this code
section.
1. The proposal adds necessary
language to ensure that interior
radiation control coatings in roof
systems are properly installed below
an
approved roof covering. The current
language in the code does not
include any reference to a very
predominant product type in the
market
place. This proposed language
addresses this need.
2. This proposal adds a new definition
and section for Interior Radiation
Control Coatings (IRCC). It also adds
the term to the changing language
of this section to ensure that the
IRCC WHEN installed complies with
the fire safety requirements in this
section.
As characterized by ASTM, an
Interior Radiation Control Coating
(IRCC) is a non-thickness dependent,
low emittance coating. When applied
to building
materials such as plywood, OSB or
metal roofing, according to the
manufacturer's installation instruction,
FS128-15
Table 721.1(2)
TABLE
Support
This proposal adds in two new
configurations for wall assemblies to
Table 721.1(2).
These assemblies are found in the
latest edition of the Gypsum
Association Fire-Resistance Design
Manual (the first one is based on GA
File Nos. WP
7054, WP 7058, WP 7060, WP
7065.2, WP 7065.4, WP 7065.5, WP
7076, WP 7078, and WP 7265; the
second one is based on WP 7059,
WP 7061,
WP 7077, and WP 7257) and are
consistent with UL designs (U415,
U417, U438, U497, U498, V455,
V473, and V493). Inclusion of these
additional configurations provide
appropriate guidance for designers to
achieve a 2-hour rating with a
minimum assembly thickness
of 3-3/4"
FS129-15
TABLE 721.1 (3)
TABLE
Support
This proposal, in our opinion, is an
editoral change as it simply is
provided to correct what is currently
specified in the 2015 IBC. The
current
text entry as published in the 2015
IBC is not correctly shown as the
current code does not specify the
resilient channel requirement as
shown in the
following link and the figure shown in
the reason. This figure was
referenced in the AWC code proposal
submitted last code cycle and
approved by the
membership.
(http://www.awc.org/publications/dca/
dca3/WIJ-1.7.I-joist_2layers_with_RCs.htm)
The reason statement for including
this proposal previously in the 2015
IBC stated:
Many code officials have come to
rely upon Table 720 as the preferred
source of information regarding fire
resistance rated assemblies. Because
of
its importance, we believe that the
table should offer the most common
generic assemblies. Floor systems
utilizing I-joists have increased from
FS130-15
TABLE 721.1 (3)
TABLE
FS131-15
722
Delete without substitution:
SECTION 722
CALCULATED FIRE RESISTANCE
Support
This proposal, in our opinion, is an
editoral change as it simply is
provided to correct what is currently
specified in the 2015 IBC. The
current
text entry as published in the 2015
IBC is not correctly shown as the
current code does not specify the
resilient channel requirement as
shown in the
following link and the figure shown in
the reason. This figure was
referenced in the AWC code proposal
submitted last code cycle and
approved by the
membership.
(http://www.awc.org/publications/dca/
dca3/WIJ-1.6.I-joist_2layers_with_RCs.htm)
The reason statement for including
this proposal previously in the 2015
IBC stated:
Reason: Many code officials have
come to rely upon Table 720 as the
preferred source of information
regarding fire resistance rated
assemblies.
Because of its importance, we
believe that the table should offer the
most common generic assemblies.
Floor systems utilizing I-joists have
Opposed Delete entire section and reference
out of the code since it's not
frequently used.
FS132-15
803.3
803.3 Heavy timber exemption. Exposed
Neutral
portions of building elements complying with
the requirements for buildings of Type IV
construction in Section 602.4 shall not be
subject to interior finish requirements except
in interior exit stairways, interior exit ramps,
and exit passageways.
FS133-15
803.9.1 (New)
803.9.1 Identification. Each HDPE or PP
panel used as an interior finish shall be
identified by the manufacturer with a
manufacturer's designation indicating
compliance with 803.1.2. The designation
shall be acid etched, sand blasted, laser
etched, embossed, or of a type that, once
applied, cannot be removed without being
destroyed.
Neutral
FS134-15
TABLE 803.11
m. Corridors in ambulatory care facilities
shall be provided with Class A or B
materials.
Support
Cross laminated timber may be used
to form the entire interior surfaces of
egress elements and should be
regulated in those circumstances.
The requirement is the same for any
other material used in those
circumstances. For a complete list of
AWC code change proposals and
additional
information please go to
http://www.awc.org/CodeOfficials/2015-IBC-Code-Changes.
The Manufacturer's Designation
provides a method by which code
officials and others can determine
that the panels are in compliance with
the Code. This can be easily done
and the requirement is similar to that
which is required for safety glazing.
This footnote increases the corridor
finish requirements for ambulatory
care facilities, eliminated the Class C
option for sprinklered facilities.
The sub-group of Group contains
occupants who are incapable of selfpreservation. While it is not a defendin-place scenario, where occupants
are expected to stay inside of the
building, it is a staged evacuation
scenario. Occupants will stay in the
building for a short period of time, but
the ultimate goal is complete
evacuation. This upgrade is to ensure
that the corridor are tenable until
evacuation is complete. This also
matches the current requirements for
certification under Medicaid and
Medicare.
FS135-15
803.11 (New)
803.11 Laminated products factorySupport
produced with a wood substrate Laminated
products factory-produced with a wood
substrate shall comply with one of the
following:
1. The laminated product shall meet the
criteria of Section 803.1.1 when tested in
accordance with NFPA 286 using the
product mounting system, including
adhesive, of actual use, as described in
Section 5.8 of NFPA 286.
2. The laminated product shall have a Class
A, B, or C flame spread index and smoke
developed index, based on the
requirements of Table 803.1.1, in
accordance with ASTM E84 or UL 723. Test
specimen preparation and
mounting shall be in accordance with ASTM
E2579.
Add new standard(s) as follows: ASM E257913 Standard Practice for Specimen
Preparation and Mounting of Wood
Products to Assess Surface Burning
This language has not yet been
incorporated into the IFC (which did
incorporate the language dealing with
on site applied facings in IFC
section 803.7), because it wanted the
IBC to take the lead. ASTM has
developed mounting methods for
both "facings or wood veneer
intended to be
applied on site over a wood
substrate" and laminated products
that are factory-produced and have a
wood substrate. The concept is that
facings that
are produced as part of a commercial
(factory-produced) panel are finished
products and the manufacturer
should be responsible to ensure that
the
product itself (the full panel) is safe
and there is no need to discuss a
substrate. It has been shown that,
when veneers are applied over a
wood
substrate the resulting flame spread
is much higher than when applied
over gypsum board or over a noncombustible substrate. Therefore the
requirement in ASTM E2579 is that
the testing be done with the full
product and, thus, there will no need
FS136-15
803.11 (New)
803.11 Facings or wood veneers intended to Support
be applied on site over a wood substrate
Facings or veneers intended to be applied
on site over a wood substrate shall comply
with one of the following:
1. The facing or veneer shall meet the
criteria of Section 803.1.1 when tested in
accordance with NFPA 286 using the
product-mounting system, including
adhesive, as described in Section 5.9 of
NFPA 286.
2. The facing or veneer shall have a Class
A, B or C flame spread index and smokedeveloped index, based on the
requirements of Table 803.11, in
accordance with ASTM E 84 or UL 723.
Test specimen preparation and
mounting shall be in accordance with ASTM
E 2404.
This language has already been
approved by the IFC (section 803.7).
ASTM has developed mounting
methods for both "facings or wood
veneer intended to be applied on site
over a wood substrate" and laminated
products that are factory-produced
and have a wood substrate. The IFC
agreed to move ahead with this one
(dealing with on site facings) but
wanted the IBC to take the lead with
the factory-produced ones. The
concept is
that these facings (applied on site)
are basically the same as wall
coverings and the manufacturer
should be responsible for the facing
only and needs
to ensure that the material is safe and
should test over the appropriate
substrate. It has been shown that,
when veneers are applied over a
wood
substrate the resulting flame spread
is much higher than when applied
over gypsum board or over a noncombustible substrate. Therefore the
requirement in ASTM E2404 is that
the testing be done over a standard
wood substrate and, thus, there will
no need to retest for different types of
FS137-15
803.13.1, 803.13.1.1
803.13.1 Direct attachment and furred
Opposed
construction. Where walls and, ceilings or
structural elements are required by any
provision in this code to be of fire-resistancerated or noncombustible construction, the
interior finish material shall be applied
directly against such construction or to
furring strips not exceeding 13/
4 inches (44 mm), applied directly against
such
surfaces.
803.13.1.1 Furred construction. If the
interior finish material is applied to furring
strips, the intervening spaces between
such furring strips shall comply with one of
the following:
1. Be filled with material that is inorganic or
noncombustible;
2. Be filled with material that meets the
requirements of a Class A material in
accordance with Section 803.1.1 or
803.1.2; or
3. Be fireblocked at a maximum of 8 feet
(2438 mm) in every direction in accordance
with Section 718.
Exception: Concealed spaces created with
noncombustible furring strips.
Currently, Section 803.13.1.1 could
be interpreted to require fire stopping
or fire blocking materials even if
there were no combustible
materials within the concealed
spaces created by the furring stripes.
The proposed exception clarifies that
there is no need for fire stopping or
fire
blocking when there is nothing
combustible within the concealed
space.
The term "structural elements" is
added to Section 803.13.1 for
consistency with Section 803.13.
FS138-15
803.13.2
803.13.2 Set-out construction. Where walls Opposed The proposed third exception meets
and ceilings are required to be of firethe intent of the code in that
resistance-rated or noncombustible
noncombustible material, while not
construction and walls are set out or ceilings
structural, meets the combustibility
are dropped distances greater than specified
requirements of Section 803.13.1.
in Section 803.13.1, Class A finish
The applicability of this solution is
materials, in accordance with Section
codified in 803.13.1 item 2. This
803.1.1 or 803.1.2, shall be used.
proposal simply allows larger areas to
Exceptions:
be filled.
1. Where interior finish materials are
This would reduce the complexity of
protected on both sides by an automatic
framing small pop-outs and covering
sprinkler system in accordance
with gypsum board or plaster.
with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2.
2. Where interior finish materials are
attached to noncombustible backing or
furring strips installed as
specified in Section 803.13.1.1.
3. Where the combustible void is filled with
an approved noncombustible material.
FS139-15
803.1, 803.1.1,
803.1.1.1 (New),
803.1.2, 803.1.2.1,
803.1.3, 803.1.3.1,
803.1.4, 803.5,
803.5.1 (New),
803.5.1.1 (New),
803.5.2 (New), 803.6,
803.7, 803.8, 803.9,
803.11
803.1 General. Interior wall and ceiling
Support
finish materials shall be classified for fire
performance and smoke development in
accordance with Section 803.1.1 or 803.1.2,
except as shown in Sections 803.2803.1.3
through 803.13. Materials tested in
accordance with Section 803.1.280 3.1.1
shall not be required to be tested in
accordance with Section 803.1.1803.1.2.
803.1.1 Interior wall and ceiling finish
materials. tested in accordance with NFPA
286 Interior wall and ceiling finish materials
shall be classified in accordance with ASTM
E 84 or UL 723NFPA 286 and comply with
Section 803.1.1.1. Such interior finish
materialsMaterials complying with Section
803.1.1.1 shall be grouped inconsidered to
also comply with the following classes in
accordance with their flame spread and
smoke-developed indexes.
requirements of a Class A:= Flame spread
index 0-25; smoke developed index 0-450.
Class B:= Flame spread index 26-75; smoke
developed index 0-450.
Class C:= Flame spread index 76-200;
smoke developed index 0-450.
Exception: Materials tested, in accordance
with Section 803.1.2.
Add new text as follows:
803.1.1.1 Acceptance Criteria for NFPA 286
The interior finish shall comply with the
This reorganizes section 803 to make
it follow the testing logic, but it does
not change any of the requirements.
Any interior wall and ceiling finish
material is permitted to be tested to
NFPA 286 and therefore this should
come first, as section 803.1.1. This
needs to
be followed by the criteria for NFPA
286 testing. The section also needs to
say that anything that passes NFPA
286 (i.e. the corresonding criteria) is
acceptable as a Class A in
accordance with ASTM E84 and does
not need retesting. Then comes the
section on ASTM E84, with the
corresponding
criteria, as section 803.1.2.
The next section, 803.1.3, addresses
the materials that have other
requirements and cannot simply be
tested to either one of the above
without further
details. That includes all of the
materials in sections 803.2 through
803.13.
Textile wall coverings and expanded
vinyl wall coverings are covered in
803.5 and 803.7. Therefore the
testing in accordance with NFPA 265
needs to
FS140-15
Compliance
with this
standard
requires the
use of
proprietary
products
406.8.3, 424.2, 804.2, 406.8.3 Floor surface.
Support
804.3, Chapter 35
Repair garage floors shall be of concrete or
similar noncombustible and nonabsorbent
materials.
Exception: Slip-resistant, nonabsorbent,
interior floor finishes having a critical radiant
flux not more than 0.45 W/cm2, as
determined by ASTM E648 or NFPA 253,
shall be permitted.
424.2 Materials. Children's play structures
shall be constructed of noncombustible
materials or of combustible materials that
comply with the following:
1. Fire-retardant-treated wood complying
with Section 2303.2.
2. Light-transmitting plastics complying with
Section 2606.
3. Foam plastics (including the pipe foam
used in softcontained play equipment
structures) having a maximum heatrelease
rate not greater than 100 kilowatts when
tested in accordance with UL 1975 or when
tested in accordance with NFPA 289, using
the 20 kW ignition source.
4. Aluminum composite material (ACM)
meeting the requirements of Class A interior
finish in accordance with Chapter 8 when
tested as an assembly in the maximum
thickness intended for use.
5. Textiles and films complying with the fire
propagation performance criteria contained
ASTM E648 is technically equivalent
to NFPA 253. Since the flooring
industry routinely references ASTM
E648, this proposal will remove
confusion when people reference the
ASTM test instead of the NFPA test.
FS141-15
901.7
901.7 Fire areas. Where buildings, or
Support
portions thereof, are divided into fire areas
so as not to exceed the limits established for
requiring a fire protection system in
accordance with this chapter, such fire
areas shall be separated by fire walls
constructed in accordance with Section 706,
fire barriers constructed in accordance with
Section 707, exterior walls constructed in
accordance with Section 705, or horizontal
assemblies constructed in accordance with
Section 711, or both, having a fireresistance rating of not less than that
determined in accordance with Section
707.3.10 combination.
The definition of "fire area"
specifically includes areas "enclosed
and bounded by fire walls, fire
barriers, exterior walls or horizontal
assemblies." Section 901.7 seems to
conflict with that by specifying only
fire barriers and horizontal
assemblies to create fire areas. The
reference to the fire-resistance rating
of the wall is deleted because the
reference to Section 707 includes
Table 707.3.10.
FS142-15
909.20.1
909.20.1 Access. Access to the stairway or Support
ramp shall be by way of a vestibule or an
open exterior balcony. The minimum
dimension of the vestibule shall be not less
than the required width of the corridor
leading to the vestibule but shall not have a
clear width of less than 44 inches (1118
mm) and shall not have a length of less than
72 inches (1829 mm) in the direction of
egress travel into the stairway between the
centerline of the doorways into the vestibule
and stairway.
The proposed code change seeks to
clarify the dimensional requirements
in vestibules used to access stairway
doors in smoke proof enclosures. A
smoke proof enclosure is an interior
exit stairway that is protected with a
two-hour fire barrier and incudes a
vestibule separating the occupied
story from the stairway. The vestibule
seeks to keep smoke from migrating
into the stairway portion due to
egress by occupants and due to fire
fighting operations. The dimensional
requirements for the vestibule seek to
allow sufficient distance between the
doorway into the vestibule and into
the stairway such that both doorways
are not open at the same time.
Additionally the vestibule provides
fire fighters with a safe area to attack
a fire on the fire floor without
compromising the smoke proof
integrity of the stairway. Both the
handbook and the commentary
conservatively dimension the 72 inch
dimension to be perpendicular to the
access doorway into the stairway
from the vestibule. If the two
doorways are not in line, offset or
perpendicular to one another the
direction of travel into the vestibule,
FS143-15
909.20.5
909.20.5 Stairway and ramp pressurization Support
alternative. Where the building is equipped
throughout with an automatic sprinkler
system in accordance with Section
903.3.1.1, the vestibule is not required,
provided each interior exitstairway or ramp
is pressurized to not less than 0.100.05 inch
of water (2512.5 Pa) and not more than 0.35
inches of water (87 Pa) in the shaft relative
to the building measured with all interior
exitstairway and ramp doors closed under
maximum anticipated conditions of stack
effect and wind effect.
This change is consistent with a
similar requirement for the pressure
differential across smoke barriers. It
is also consistent with the NFPA Life
Safety Code, NFPA 101 for
smokeproof enclosures in sprinkler
protected buildings. It is recognized
in NFPA 92, Standard for Smoke
Control Systems. The Handbook of
Smoke Control Engineering and the
Principles of Smoke Management
contain tables giving the suggested
minimum pressure design difference
across a barrier, Table 9.1 and Table
6.12, respectively. The latter text
states on page 107, "These values for
sprinklered buildings were calculated
from the equation for buoyancy of
combustion gases (Chapter 5) for a
gas temperature of 1700°F (927°C),
for a neutral
plane located at a height of two-thirds
of the ceiling height below the ceiling
and with a safety factor of 0.03 in.
H2O (7.5 Pa)."
FS144-15
909.21.1
909.21.1 Pressurization requirements.
Neutral
Elevator hoistways shall be pressurized to
maintain a minimum positive pressure of
0.10 inch of water (25 Pa) and a maximum
positive pressure of 0.250.35 inch of water
(6788 Pa) with respect to adjacent occupied
space on all floors. This pressure shall be
measured at the midpoint of each hoistway
door, with all elevator cars at the floor of
recall and all hoistway doors on the floor of
recall open and all other hoistway doors
closed. The pressure differentials shall be
measured between the hoistway and the
adjacent elevator landing. The opening and
closing of hoistway doors at each level must
be demonstrated during this test. The supply
air intake shall be from an outside,
uncontaminated source located a minimum
distance of 20 feet (6096 mm) from any air
exhaust system or outlet.
Exceptions:
1. On floors containing only Group R
occupancies, the pressure differential is
permitted to be measured between the
hoistway and a dwelling unit or sleeping unit
.
2. Where an elevator opens into a lobby
enclosed in accordance with Section 3007.6
or 3008.6, the pressure differential is
permitted to be measured between the
hoistway and the space immediately outside
There has been no research about
the maximum pressure differential for
elevator pressurization systems.
There is no technical reason to
limit the value to 0.25 in water (67
Pa). The suggested value of 0.35 in
water (88 Pa) is the recognized
maximum for stair pressure systems.
It is
recognized that the minimum
pressure differential across smoke
barriers in sprinklered protected
buildings is 0.05 inch water (12 Pa),
as noted in IBC
909.6.1.
FS145-15
909.21.3, Chapter 35
909.21.3 Ducts for system. Any duct system Support
that is part of the pressurization system
shall be protected with the same
fireresistance rating as required for the
elevator shaft enclosure.
Exception: HVAC ducts tested and listed for
in accordance with ASTM E2816 with
minimum F and T rating of not less than 2
hours, continuously from the air handling
appliance or equipment to the air outlet and
inlet terminal.
Add new standard(s) as follows:
ASTM E2816-11, Standard Test Methods
for Fire Resistive Metallic HVAC Duct
Systems
This proposal permits an additional
option for protection of ducts that are
part of a pressurization system by
using a tested and listed assembly
conforming to the new ASTM E281611, Standard Test Methods for Fire
Resistive Metallic HVAC Duct
Systems evaluated for the specific
purpose. IBC section 717.2,1 requires
that where the installation of a fire
damper will interfere with the
operation of a required smoke control
system in accordance with Section
909, approved alternative protection
shall be utilized. Where mechanical
systems, including ducts and
dampers, serve as part of the smoke
control system, the expected
performance of these systems in
smoke control mode must be
addressed in the rational analysis
required by Section 909.4.
This principle of protecting HVAC
ducts used as part of a smoke control
system from the effects of fire
exposure is also already contained in
section
909.4.4 which requires that the
design consider the effects of the
heating, ventilating and air-
FS146-15
1403.5
FS149-15 Part I
1403.5, 1407.10.4,
1409.10.4
2603.5.5
FS149-15 Part
II
FS150-15
1404.2
FS151-15
1404.2
FS152-15
1403.2, 1404.2,
1404.2.1 (New)
1404.2
FS153-15
1403.5 Vertical and lateral flame
propagation. Exterior walls on buildings of
Type I, II, III or IV construction that are
greater than 40 feet (12 192 mm) in height
above grade plane and contain a
combustible water-resistive barrier in
accordance with Section 1404.2 shall be
tested in accordance with and comply with
the acceptance criteria of NFPA 285. For
the purposes of this section, fenestration
products and, flashing of fenestration
products and water resistive barrier flashing
and accessories at other locations, including
through-wall flashings, shall not be
considered part of the water-resistive
barrier.
Exceptions:
1. Walls in which the water-resistive barrier
is the only combustible component and the
exterior wall has a wall covering of brick,
concrete, stone, terra cotta, stucco or steel
with minimum thicknesses in accordance
with Table 1405.2.
2. Walls in which the water-resistive barrier
is the only combustible component and the
water-resistive barrier has a peak heat
release rate of less than 150 kW/m2, a total
heat release of less than 20 MJ/m2 and an
effective heat of combustion of less than 18
MJ/kg as determined in accordance with
ASTM E 1354 and has a flame spread index
Adds procedures for compliance with NFPA
285
Adds procedures for compliance with NFPA
285
Revises the water resistive barrier
requirements
Revises the water resistive barrier
requirements
Revises the water resistive barrier
requirements
Revises the water resistive barrier
requirements
Neutral
Opposed
Opposed
Opposed
Support
Opposed
Opposed
This proposal clarifies the intention of
the current code that the trigger for
requiring NFPA 285 testing is the
water-resistive barrier material and
not its accessories. It extends to the
excepted accessories specifically
mentioned to include flashings that
are not associated with fenestration.
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202 (New), , 1402.1,
Revises the air barrier requirements
Opposed
1404.3 (New), 1405.5
(New)
1404.3, 1405.5
Clarify need for air barriers with energy code
coordination.
1404.12.2
Reduces fire separation distance between
walls with polypropylene siding.
anchored masonry veneer has performed
Neutral
well for thirty years with an allowable
minimum nominal dimension of 2 inches on
residential structures and should be
permitted as the minimum dimension on all
structures.
reorganize the minimum veneer thickness Support
requirements in Table 1405.2 to clarify
which minimum thickness requirements
apply to specific products depending upon
whether they are used as an anchored or
adhered veneer
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IBC
FS156-15
IBC
FS157-15
Table 1405.2
FS158-15
Table 1405.2
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IBC
1405.3
FS160-15
1405.3.1
FS161-15
202 (New),
Table 1405.3.2
FS162-15
202
Table 1405.3.2
FS163-15
1405.3.4
FS164-15
1405.4,
Chapter 35
establishes some basic conditions of use
associated with the intended performance of
the moisture vapor
clarifies the vapor retarder requirement for
Zone Marine 4
revises the table to broaden the available
product solutions to include all types of
continuous insulation in order to meet the
intent of the code as it related to the
appropriate use of vapor retarders
the intent of the product is to provide an
insulation material that contains limited
thermal bridging- particularly at framing
members. The proposal revises the table to
broaden the available product solutions to
include all types of continuous insulation
change recognizes the similar
characteristics polypropylene siding and
insulated vinyl siding have to vinyl siding as
vented cladding
incorporates this industry standard by
reference into the code, as was previously
done in the 2012
Support
Support
Support
Support
Support
Support
FS165-15
1405.4
FS166-15
1405.4.2
FS167-15
1406.3
FS168-15
1409.2
S1-15
S2-15
The standard
contains
language that
appears to
affect
enforceability.
See Sections
6.5, 6.7, 9.4,
10.1
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S4-15
S5-15
S6-15
S10-15
G15-15
G16-15
FS169-15
FS170-15
2603.3
2603.3
FS171-15
2603.3
Chapter 35
2612.5
proposal incorporates AAMA 714 by
reference into the code
code change removes the text that indicates
weep holes must be installed in the first
course above grade at the base of a wall
and instead requires that they be installed
within a minimum distance above the
finished grade
proposal seeks to allow plastic composites
which comply with the requirements of
Section 2612 in those applications
proposal is a correction to the original
proposal
Support
Support
Neutral
Support
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Support
Support
change is a clarification only
describes conditions under which foam
plastic insulation without added flame
retardants can be used safely in buildings.
would include below-grade insulation placed Support
horizontally for frost protected
shallow foundations per Section 1809.5(2);
such insulation must also comply with the
insulation protection requirements of this
section and the referenced standard ASCE
32.
FS172-15
2603.4
this proposal suggests that heavy timber is a Neutral
wood material that could safely be used as a
thermal barrier, while thin wood panels are
not appropriate thermal barriers.
FS173-15
2603.5.5
FS174-15
2603.5.5
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2603.5.8 (New)
FS176-15
IBC2603.6
(New)
FS177-15
202 (New), ,
2603.6 (New),
2603.6.1
(New),
2603.6.2
(New),
2603.6.3 (New)
clarifies the applicability of the code
provisions of 2603.5.4, by requiring a Class
A material in an NFPA 285 assembly
Allows an exception for non high rise
sprinkler buildings to remove the
requirement of Section 2603.5 requires all
foam plastic exterior insulation materials to
conform to the limits of NFPA 285.
provide language referencing the Section
718 fire blocking requirements for
concealed spaces of exterior walls
proposal requires foam insulation on
exterior walls in thickness ½ in. or greater
(the same min. thickness in the UL fire
experiments) to be protected from the
exterior of the building by an approved
thermal barrier that complies with Section
2603.4 requirements (items 1 and 2) or min.
½ in thick exterior wall coverings with
comparable thermal transmission
properties.
proposal provides language to Section 2603
to clarify the acceptable use of foam plastic
in all types of construction.
FS178-15
2603.7
FS179-15
2603.4
2603.7.1, 2603.7.2
Support
Oppose
Neutral
Support
oppose
The problem is then with the last sentence Support
of 2603.7.2 which directs the Code official to
"approve" the insulation based on a different
set of room fire tests, which do not all
provide a flame spread and smoke
developed value.
introduces clear language for testing of
Support
metal faced foamed plastic core sandwich
panels
I don't think we want foam plastics in
our healthcare or other high risk
populations
G17-15
FS180-15
FS181-15
IBC
2606.11
2609.4
FS182-15
2611.1, 2611.2, 2611.4
2611.3, 2611.3
FS183-15
1410.1
22612.2, 2612.2.1,
2612.2.2, 2612.3,
2612.4, 2612.6
Neutral
Removed ambiguous language
Neutral
Allows unlimited light transmitting plastic for Neutral
greenhouses not open to the public.
Base code is out of date and creates undue Neutral
impact on interior signs
proposal is an effort to move the language
of the IBC to be in close alignment with the
language of the IRC
Neutral
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2015 PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE
INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE
The following is the tentative order in which the proposed changes to the code will be discussed at the
public hearings. Proposed changes which impact the same subject have been grouped to permit
consideration in consecutive changes.
Proposed change numbers that are indented are those which are being heard out of numerical order.
Indentation does not necessarily indicate that one change is related to another. Proposed changes may
be grouped for purposes of discussion at the hearing at the discretion of the chair. Note that some P code
change proposals may not be included on this list, as they are being heard by another committee.
Numbers not used:
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Code(s)
IPC
Affected Section(s)
202
P2-15
IPC
202
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IPC
202
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IPC
202
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202
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202
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IPC
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202
303.4
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303.5
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IPC
304.4, 304.5, 504.6,
504.7.2
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305.1
P12-15
IPC
305.6
Notes
Revises the definition of Builidng
Drain
Position Reason
Support Clarifies that it’s the plumbers
responsibilty to extend to the sewer
lateral and should be defined as a drain
until the connection to the sewer
Add definition of Clear-Water Waste Oppose New defination conflicts with two existing
definitions. "Devoid of solids" contradicts
the explanation
Add definition of Full-Open Valve
Oppose The intent of the code is not to restrict
the through-flow area through the piping
system not the "component's throughflow area.
Revises the definition of Hot Water Oppose WH's are already allowed to be set
above 135°. Hot Water definition is
meant to be a mininum outlet temp.
ASSE 1016 devices are required no
matter the WH setting. WH minimum
temp would make more cense.
Revises the definition of Local Vent Oppose Existing text is clear
Stack
Add definition of Press-Connect
Oppose "Press-connect joint" is not consistent
Joint
with existing code term
Delete definition of swimming pool Support Unnecessary definition
Revise to clarify third-party
Support Clarifies poorly written requirement
certification requirements
Add new section 303.5 Cast Iron soil Oppose Wrong section. Changes in reference
pipe, fitting and components for the
standard should have been proposed in
new inspection process and
Tables 702.1-4. Otherwise there are
reference standard
conflicting standards
Mandates the use of mesh cover on Oppose Mandates the use of non-permenantly
drain pipe terminals
attached cover on a discharge drain pipe
for a non-issue. Mildew growth likely.
Rodent screens are already required.
Revise protectection against
Support
corrosion to create uniformity with
changes made in the IRC
Reduces piping in concealed
Support
locations from needing shield plates
from 1 1/2 to 1 1/4
Creates consistency between code books
Creates consistency between code books
P13-15
IPC
306.2.4
Add new text with stating the
requirements of ASTM D2321 for
Plastic sewer and DWV piping
underground installation
Add specifics on cutting, notching,
and boring of framing members
Oppose
The code can't spell out every reference
standard
P14-15
IPC
307.1 - 307.53
Oppose
Table 308.5
Revise Hanger spacing for PE and
PEX piping
Support
IPC
Table 308.5
Revise Hanger Spacing for Brass,
Copper, Copper Alloy piping
Neutral
IPC
Table 308.5
Revise Hanger Spacing foe PE-RT
Support
P19-15 Part I IPC
308.6
Support
P15-15 Part I IPC
308.1
Revise to clarify sway bracing
requirements of drain pipes 4" +
Add new text for thermal expansion
tanks support
The code can't accommodate every
jurisdiction that does not adopt the code
in its entirety. In this case the IBC is a
required reference standard.
Fixes consistency problem between
codes and manufacturer specs and is
already updated in 2015 IRC
I agree with reason for removing brass,
but I would need to see manfucaturer
recommendations to determine spacing
requirements
Creates consistency with IMC.
Coordinate with P 16-15
Revision provides clarity
P16-15
IPC
P17-15
P18-15
P20-15 Part I IPC
312.1
Revise to allow air or gas pressure
testing for plastic pipes
Neutral
P21-15
IPC
IPC
Revise and add sections to provide
temperature testing of fixtures
Revise DWV water test to 5 foot of
head water
Support
P22-15
312.1.1, 312.1.2,
312.5.1, 107.4.1.1
312.2
P23-15
IPC
312.2
Support
Same as P 22-15
P24-15
IPC
312.6
Revise DWV water test to 5 foot of
head water
Revise gravity sewer test to just fill
with water to highest point
Oppose
Sewer test should not be less than
drainage branches attached thereto
Support
Support
Non-pressurized expansion tanks already
have this requirement. I don’t think it
should be supported by the water heater.
Changes to IRC and IMC should be
made for consistency
I would have to see manufacturer
instructions for testing and the
requirement there of. Not practical in the
field. Air test was not excluded for plastic
under previous codes years.
Maxium temperature requirement at
fixtures should be verified
Creates consistency through codes. Air
Test requirement should reflect reduction
in pressure and plastic pipe should be
able to be tested with air at 2.17psi
P25-15
IPC
312.10.1
Revise inspections of backflow
assemblies to "periodic"
Oppose
P26-15
IPC
Chapter 4
Revise Sections into alphabetical
order
Support
403.3, IBC 2902.3
Revise to include Farmstands under Oppose
expetions for public toilets
Add footnote to table reducing
occupant load to assembly space
only for places of religious worship
Revise table for R-2 required
plumbing fixtures reducing by half
Oppose
Revise table to add casino
description and unique fixture
requirements
Revise table footnote for service
sinks w/ a 30 occupant exception
Neutral
Revise table to eliminate
bathtub/shower requirement for S
occupany
Revise table to remove Occupancy
column
Revise table to double requirement
of female water closets
Support
Add new text for public swimming
pools and fixture requirements
Support
Add new text for public swimming
pools and fixture requirements
Add text for excess number od
elimination fixtures for males
Support
G192-15 Part
III
P27-15
IPC/IBC
P28-15
IPC/IBC
Table 403.1, IBC
Table 2902.1
P29-15
IPC/IBC
Table 403.1, IBC
Table 2902.1
P30-15
See Errata
Table 403.1
P31-15
IPC/IBC
Table 403.1, IBC
Table 2902.1
P33-15
IPC/IBC
Table 403.1, IBC
Table 2902.1
P34-15
IPC/IBC
P35-15
IPC/IBC
Table 403.1, IBC
Table 2902.1
Table 403.1, IBC
Table 2902.1
P36-15 Part I IPC/IBC
P36-15 Part
II
P37-15
IBC
IPC/IBC
202 (New), Table
403.1 (IBC 2902.1),
403.1.1 (New) (IBC
2902.1.1 (New))
2902.1.1
403.1.2 (New) (IBC
2902.1.2 (New))
Oppose
Oppose
Periodic is un-specificied time period.
What is an approved reliability-centered
inspection. I don't think over-testing is an
actual problem.
Would make using the chapter easier
Employees must have toilet facilities and
public can be combined. Hygiene with
food is important. Portable toilets and
wash stations may be more reasonable.
Completely disagree, my experience is
that churchs use assembly space and
classrooms at the same time.
Occupants don't complain about having
too many plumbing fixtures. R-3's and R4's would come into question if proposal
passes.
The reason makes sense to me. Every
casino has different.
They reason for the proposal is not
explained and I see no reason to make
the change
Support
Support
Oppose
I am tired of waiting for the females in
my life as they stand in land for the toilet
everywhere I go
P 36-15 should adress this issue
P38-15
IPC/IBC
P39-15
IPC/IBC
P40-15
IPC/IBC
P41-15
P42-15
IPC/IBC
IPC/IBC
P43-15
IPC/IBC
P44-15
403.1.2 (IBC
2902.1.2), 403.2.1
(IBC 2902.2.1), 403.4
(IBC 2902.4)
403.1.2 (New) (IBC
2902.1.2 (New))
403.1.2 (IBC
2902.1.2)
403.2 (IBC 2902.2)
403.2 (IBC 2902.2)
Revise text to add gender-neutral
Oppose
toilets in the total number of fixtures
required
Add text for excess number od
elimination fixtures for males
Revise text for fakily or assited use
toilets and bathroom fixtures
Revise text for separate facilties
Revise separate facilities
requirement to add expection of 30
for drinking and dining spaces
403.2 (IBC 2902.2) , Revise and add text stating single403.2.1 (IBC 2902.1), use toilets shall not be identified for
403.2.2 (New) (IBC
exclusive use by either sex, and
2902.2.2 New)) ,
similar single-stall requirement
403.4 (IBC 2902.4)
Oppose
IPC/IBC
403.2 (IBC 2902.2)
Support
P45-15
IPC/IBC
P46-15 Part I IPC
403.3 (IBC 2902.3)
403.6 (New)
P47-15
IPC
404.1.1 (New)
P48-15
IPC
405.3.1
P49-15
IPC
405.3.1, 405.3.5
P50-15
IPC
405.4.1
P114-15
IPC
Table 605.3
Revise Separate Facilities
requirement expections to include
business occupancies 50 or fewer
and reducing the requirement for
Mercatile to 50 or fewer as well
Revise text for clarity
Add text requiring the equal
distribution of lavatories to water
closets between for each sex
Add new text for clustered family-orassisted use toilet facilites, 50%
shall be accissible
Revise to include exception for the
clearance of the childrens accessible
water closet which is already stated
in ICC ANSI117.1
The added text clarifies that the
width between partitions must be 30
inches and the spacing between
adjacent fixtures is only applicable
where partitions will not be installed.
Revise text term Brass to Copper
Alloy
Revise text term Brass to Copper
Alloy
Oppose
Oppose
Oppose
Oppose
Support
Oppose
Oppose
Oppose
Support
Oppose
Oppose
Same as P 37-15
P126-15
IPC
Table 605.8
P118-15
IPC
Table 605.4
P129-15
IPC
P134-15
IPC
605.11, 605.11.1,
605.11.2, 605.11.3,
605.11.4
605.24.1
P168-15
IPC
Table 702.1
P179-15
IPC
705.3, 705.3.1,
705.3.2, 705.3.3,
705.3.4
P180-15
IPC
705.16.1, 705.16.2,
705.16.3, 705.19
705.16.1
P181-15 Part IPC
I
PSD1-15
P182-15
IPC
705.16.2
P183-15
IPC
705.16.3
P185-15
IPC
705.18
P187-15
IPC
705.19
P191-15 Part IPC
I
P196-15
IPC
708.1.6
P51-15 Part I IPC
405.4.3
P52-15
405.5 (New)
IPC
P53-15 Part I IPC
712.3.3.1
405.8, 1002.2
Revise text term Brass to Copper
Alloy
Revise text term Brass to Copper
Alloy
The proposal removes brass
because brass is a copper alloy and
is covered in Section 605.13
Revise text to remove the the term
Brass
Remove Brass pipie term and move
standard to copper-alloy
The proposal removes brass
because brass is a copper alloy and
is covered in Section 706.6 and
Secton 705.7.
Revise text to remove the the term
Brass
Revise text to remove the the term
Brass
Oppose
Revise text to remove the the term
Brass and replace with copper-alloy
Revise text to remove the the term
Brass and replace with copper-alloy
Revise text term from red brass to
copper-alloy
Revise text term from red brass to
copper-alloy
Revise text term from Brass to
copper-alloy
Revise text term from Brass to
copper-alloy
Revise reference standard to new
updated standard
Add new text for Plumbing fixtures
with a pumped waste and its new
reference standard
Revise text to allow slip joints
connections between the fixture
outlet and the connection to the
drainage piping
Oppose
Oppose
Oppose
Oppose
Oppose
Oppose
Oppose
Oppose
Oppose
Oppose
Oppose
Oppose
Oppose
Support
Support
Support
P54-15 Part I IPC
412.4 (New)
P55-15 Part I IPC
407.2
P56-15
IPC
409.1, Chapter 14
P57-15
IPC
409.3, 409.4 (New),
802.1.6
P58-15
IPC
410.1, Chapter 14
P59-15
IPC/IBC
410.2 (IBC 2902.6)
P60-15
IPC/IBC
410.2 (IBC 2902.6)
P61-15
P62-15
IPC
P63-15
IPC
P64-15
IPC
P65-15
IPC
P66-15
IPC
P67-15
IPC
Add new text requiring floor drains in
laundery rooms above finished
space.
Revise text to remove the
requirement for a overflow oulet on a
bathtub
Revise text to and new reference
standard that adds a sanitization
cycle to kill bacteria
Delete and add new text seperating
residential and commercial
dishwashers and their waste
connections
Revise and add text for testing
drinking-water coolers and
certification
revised to increase the occupant
load up to 30 for those small
occupancies where drinking
fountains are not required
revised to increase the occupant
load up to 50 for those small
occupancies where drinking
fountains are not required
Withdrawn
411.3 (New), Chapter Add new text and reference standard
14
for eyewash and emergency shower
mixing valves
411.3 (New), Chapter Add new text and reference standard
14
regulating mixing valves that can not
shut inadvertently shut off flow to
emergency fixture
416.5, 416.6 (New)
Revise and add text to require watertemperature limiting devices for
private and public lavatories
417.3.1 (New),
Add new text for rinsing shower
424.3.1 (New), 305.4 drains on pool decks
202 (New), 418.4
Add new text for hot water
(New)
temperture limits at sinks and scald
hazard definition
[BG] 419.3
Delete without subsistution details of
finishes around a urinal which is
stated in the building code
Support
Oppose
Oppose
Support
Neutral
Oppose
Oppose
Oppose
Support
Oppose
Oppose
Oppose
Support
P68-15
P69-15
IPC
Withdrawn
422.1, 609.1, 713.1
P70-15
IPC
422.10.
P71-15
IPC
422.3
P72-15
IPC
422.4
P73-15
IPC
422.5, 422.9.1
P74-15
IPC
422.6, 422.7, 713.2
P75-15
IPC
422.8
P76-15
IPC
423.3, 424.10 (New)
P77-15
IPC
424.3
P78-15
IPC
424.3
P79-15
IPC
424.3, 424.4
P80-15
IPC
424.3
P81-15
IPC
424.5
P82-15 Part I IPC
424.5
Revise text to replace occupancy
descriptions with occupancy groups
Oppose
Delete without substitution Special
elevations for valves, oulets, and
devices for health care facilities
Delete section for protection of water
supply system in Health Care
Facility section
Revise text for materials in a health
care facility
Delete text for access and sterlizer
piping
Revise text term Clinical Sink and
Bedpan washers to Flushing rim sink
Oppose
Revise text dealing with ice
prohibited in soiled utility room
Revise and add text moving the
Head shampoo sink requirements to
a new section
Revise text to change how
temperature is controlled for
individual shower valves by other
means or a mixing valve
Add text to include minimum rated
flow mark for the shower valve
Revise text stating showerheads
shall match-up the rated flow of the
thermal shock protection
Revise text to change how
temperature is controlled for
individual shower valves by other
means or a mixing valve
Delete bathtub and whirlpool bathtub
valves maxiumum temperature
requirements
Revise text to require ASSE 1070 or
CSA B125.3 devices to be
accessible
Oppose
Oppose
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Oppose
Oppose
Oppose
Support
Oppose
Oppose
Support
P83-15
IPC
424.7
P84-15
IPC
P86-15
IPC
P87-15
IPC
202, 425.3.4, 501.7,
712.3.2, 1103.4,
1113.1.2, 1302.5,
1302.8.1, 1302.9,
1303.8, 1303.12,
604.11
202 (New), Section
428 (New), 428.1
(New)
501.4
P88-15
IPC
501.8, 501.9 (New)
P89-15
IPC
502.1, Chapter 14
P90-15
IPC
P91-15
IPC
P92-15
IPC
202 (New), 502.6
(New), 502.6.1 (New),
502.6.2 (New)
504.6
Remove the text that allows the
discharge piping serving a PRV and
TRV from dicharging into a pan that
serves the water heater
504.6
Remove the text that allows the
discharge piping serving a PRV and
TRV from dicharging into a pan that
serves the water heater
504.6
Specifies size and support for PEX
and PE-RT when used as a
discharge pipe
504.6.1 (NEW)
Add new text specifiing size of
indirect waste piping receiving
discharge from multiple relief valves
504.7
Add text requiring pans for tankless
water heaters
P93-15 Part I IPC
P94-15
IPC
P95-15
IPC
Revise text to include other devices Oppose
for tmperature-actuted, flow
reduction at individual fixtures
fittings
The purpose of this proposal is
Support
consistency between terminologies
in the codes - "accessible" changed
to "access to"
Add new text and defination for
Service Sinks
Support
Revise text for water heaters to be
located in "close proximity" to the
"pressure zone" of the distribution
system
Revise and add tempering valve for
water heaters and minimum hot
water distribution system temp of
124°
Revise to add text where to find
requirements for solar thermal water
heating systems
Additonal scald hazard protection
Oppose
Oppose
Support
Oppose
Oppose
Oppose
Support
Support
Oppose
P96-15
See Errata
504.7
Eliminates the requirement for a
water heater pan unless the WH is
elevated above a finished floor
Oppose
P97-15
IPC
P98-15 Part I IPC
504.7
602.3.1, Chapter 14
Support
Support
P99-15 Part I IPC
602.3.1, Chapter 14
Oppose
P100-15
IPC
Support
P101-15 Part
I
P102-15
P103-15
P104-15
P105-15
P106-15
P107-15 Part
I
P108-15
IPC
603.1 (New), 608.16.1
(New), 608.16.2
(New)
603.1
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
604.2
Table 604.3
603.1 (New)
Table 604.4
Table 604.4
Table 604.4
Neutral
Oppose
Oppose
Oppose
Oppose
Opposed
IPC
Table 604.4
P109-15 Part IPC
I
P110-15
IPC
Table 604.4
P111-15
IPC
604.4 (New)
P112-15
IPC
Table 605.3, Table
605.4
P113-15 Part IPC
I
P115-15 Part IPC
I
P117-15 Part IPC
I
Table 605.3, Table
605.4
605.4
P119-15
IPC
Table 604.4
Support
Revises the maximum flow rates
Revises the maximum flow rates
Revises the maximum flow rates
Revises the maximum flow rates for
toilets and urinals
Revises the maximum flow rates for
toilets and showers
Revises the maximum flow rates for
public use toilets
Adds a requirement for the
Maximum length of dead leg piping
Adds a new standard for
polyethylene of raised temperature
(PE-RT) plastic tubing
Revise Reference Standard listing
Opposed
Opposed
Opposed
Opposed
Neutral
Neutral
Supply piping pressure rating for hot Support
and cold
PEX chlorine resist rating
Support
605.17, 605.17.3
(New), 605.17.3.1
(New)
Table 605.5, Chapter Adds a new standard for
14
polyethylene of raised temperature
(PE-RT) plastic tubing
Neutral
P120-15
IPC
Table 605.5
P121-15
P122-15
P123-15
IPC
IPC
IPC
605.5.1.1 (New)
605.6, 605.9
Table 605.7, Chapter
14
605.7, Chapter 14
Neutral
oppose
support
Table 605.7, Chapter
14
Table 608.1
605.10.2, 605.10.3,
605.19.1, 605.22.4,
608.13.2, 608.13.3,
608.16.3, 608.16.4.1,
703.3, 705.2.2,
705.2.3, 705.4.1,
705.8.1, 705.11.2,
705.11.3, 907.3
605.14.6
support
support
P124-15 Part IPC
I
P125-15
IPC
P127-15
IPC
P128-15 Part IPC
I
P130-15
IPC
P131-15 Part IPC
I
P132-15 Part IPC
I
Adds a new standard for
polyethylene of raised temperature
(PE-RT) plastic tubing
Neutral
support
support
support
support
oppose
P133-15 Part
I
P135-15 Part
I
P136-15
P137-15
P138-15
P139-15
P140-15
P141-15
P142-15
P143-15
P144-15
P145-15
IPC
605.14.7 (New),
605.15.4 (New),
605.17.3 (New)
605.16.2
IPC
605.24.3 (New), 605.9
oppose
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
neutral
oppose
oppose
oppose
oppose
support
support
neutral
neutral
neutral
P146-15
P147-15
IPC
IPC
604.1, Chapter 14
607.6 (New)
607.2.1.1
607.2.1.2
607.2.1.2
607.3
607.3.1 (New)
607.6 (New)
607.6 (New)
607.6 (New), 607.7
(New)
607.6 (New)
608.1.1 (New)
oppose
oppose
support
P148-15
IPC
P149-15
P150-15 Part
I
P151-15
P152-15
P153-15
P154-15
P155-15
P156-15
IPC
IPC
P157-15
P158-15
P159-15
IPC
IPC
IPC
P160-15
IPC
P161-15
IPC
P162-15 Part
I
P163-15
P164-15
P165-15
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
P166-15 Part IPC
I
P167-15
IPC
P169-15
IPC
P170-15 Part IPC
I
P171-15
IPC
608.1.2 (New),
608.1.2.1 (New),
608.1.2.2 (New),
608.1.2.3 (New)
608.3, 608.4 (New)
608.7
oppose
608.9
608.11
608.13.1
608.13.4
608.13.5, 608.13.8
608.13.6, 608.13.6.1
(New), 608.13.6.2
(New), 608.13.6.3
(New)
608.13.7, 608.13.10
608.13.9, 608.16.7
608.16.1 (New),
608.16.1, 608.16.1.2
(New)
608.16.1, 608.16.9,
608.16.10
608.16.1, 608.16.1.1
(New), 608.16.1.2
(New), 608.16.10
608.16.11 (New),
801.1, 801.2, 802.1
610.1
611.2
614 (New), 614.1
(New), 614.2 (New),
701.2
support
oppose
neutral
neutral
support
neutral
701.8
Table 702.1,Table
702.2, Table 702.3,
705.12 (New)
Table 702.2
support
support
Table 702.3, 703.2,
705.16 (New)
neutral
support
support
oppose
oppose
support
support
support
neutral
oppose
neutral
oppose
neutral
neutral
P172-15 Part
I
P173-15
P174-15 Part
I
P175-15
P176-15
P177-15
P178-15 Part
I
P184-15 Part
I
P186-15
P188-15
P189-15
P190-15 Part
I
P192-15
P193-15
P194-15 Part
I
P195-15 Part
I
P197-15 Part
I
P198-15 Part
I
P199-15
IPC
Table 702.4
support
IPC
IPC
Table 702.4
Table 702.4
support
support
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
702.5
703.4
704.1, Table 704.1
704.2
oppose
support
oppose
support
IPC
oppose
IPC
IPC
IPC
705.16.4, 707.1,
Chapter 14
705.18
Table 706.3
706.4 (New)
705.16.4, 707.1,
Chapter 14
709.3
709.4
712.3.2
IPC
712.3.3
support
IPC
712.4.2
support
IPC
712.4.2
support
IPC
neutral
P200-15
P201-15
IPC
IPC
P202-15 Part
I
P203-15 Part
I
P204-15 Part
I
P205-15 Part
I
P206-15
P207-15
IPC
713 (New), 713.1
(New), 713.1.1 (New),
713.1.2 (New)
713.4
713.5, 713.6, 713.7,
713.7.1, 713.7.2
715.1, 715.2 (New)
715.2, 715.3, 715.4,
715.5
717.4, 717.5
support
718 (New), Chapter
14
802.1
802.1
neutral
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
support
neutral
neutral
oppose
support
support
oppose
support
support
neutral
oppose
oppose
support
P208-15
P209-15
P210-15
IPC
IPC
IPC
202, 422, 713, 802.1
802.1.2.1 (New)
802.1.2 (New),
802.1.7 (New),
802.1.8
202 (New), 428
(New), 428.1 (New)
802.3.3.1 (New)
804.1, 804
804.1, 804.2 (New)
903.1, 903.1.1 (New),
903.1.2 (New),
903.1.3 (New),
903.1.4 (New), 903.6
support
oppose
neutral
P211-15
IPC
P212-15
P213-15
P214-15
P215-15 Part
I
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
P216-15
P217-15
IPC
IPC
902.3, 903.3, 305.5
Table 909.1 (New),
909.2
911.1, 911.2, 911.3,
911.3 (New)
Withdrawn
oppose
support
915.1
neutral
915.1, 915.1.1 (New),
915.2, 915.2.1,
915.2.2, 915.2.3,
915.2.4, 915.2.5
support
IPC
IPC
IPC
915.2.3
915.2.3
918.1
neutral
oppose
oppose
IPC
IPC
918.3.1
918.8
oppose
support
IPC
IPC
918.8
918.8
support
support
IPC
IPC
IPC
Part II:
P3114.8
413.1, 413.3,
1003.3.1
oppose
neutral
support
P218-15 Part IPC
I
P219-15 Part
I
P220-15 Part IPC
I
P221-15 Part IPC
I
P222-15
P223-15
P224-15 Part
I
P225-15
P226-15 Part
I
P227-15
P228-15 Part
I
P229-15
P230-15
P231-15
oppose
support
neutral
oppose
neutral
support
P232-15
P233-15
P234-15
IPC
IPC
IPC
P235-15
P236-15
IPC
IPC
P237-15
IPC
P238-15
IPC
P239-15
IPC
P240-15
P241-15
IPC
IPC
P242-15
P243-15
P244-15
P245-15
IPC
IPC
IPC
P246-15
P247-15
P248-15
P249-15
P250-15
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
IPC
P251-15
P252-15
P253-15
P254-15
P255-15
P256-15
P257-15
P258-15
P259-15
1003.3.1
1003.3.2
1003.3.2, 1003.3.3
(New)
1003.4.2.1
Table 1102.4, Chapter
14
Table 1102.4, Chapter
14
Table 1102.4, Chapter
14
Table 1102.4, Chapter
14
Table 1102.4
Table 1102.5, Chapter
14
Withdrawn
1105.2
1105.2
1106.1, 1106.2,
provide alternative engineered sizing
1106.2.1 (New), Table of roof drains
1106.2.1 (New),
1106.2.1.1 (New),
1106.2.1.2 (New),
1106.2.2 (New),
1106.2.2.1 (New)
oppose
support
oppose
1106.5, 1108.3
1301.1.1 (New)
1301.2.1
1301.4
1301.4
support
support
oppose
oppose
oppose
permits for repair and operation of
non-potable water systems
oppose
oppose
support
oppose
neutral
support
support
oppose
oppose
support
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Support/
Modify
Neutral
Support
Neutral
Support
P260-15
P261-15
P262-15
P263-15
P264-15
P265-15
P266-15
P267-15
P268-15
P269-15
P270-15
P271-15
P272-15
P273-15
P274-15
P275-15
P276-15
P277-15
P278-15
Oppose/N - Similar to P259, but does not add as
eutral
much clarity.
Neutral
Support
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
- Not sure of the benefit of these
changes.
Neutral
Neutral
Support
Support
Oppose/N - Similar to P270 in reasoning, but P270
eutral
frovides guidance instead of complete
deletion
Oppose/N
eutral
Support
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Neutral
Support