TITLE 675 FIRE PREVENTION AND BUILDING SAFETY COMMISSION
Final Rule
LSA Document #07-483(F)
DIGEST
675 IAC 14-4.3-1 Adoption by reference; title; purpose
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 1. (a) That Those certain document documents being titled the 2003 International Residential Code for One and Two Family Dwellings, fifth printing, and Chapter 43 of the 2006 International Residential Code for One and Two Family Dwellings, first printing, published by the International Code Council, 5203 Leesburg Pike, Suite 708, Falls Church, Virginia 22041-3401, is are hereby adopted by reference as if fully set out in this rule save and except those revisions made in this rule.
(b) This rule shall be:
(1) known as the Indiana Residential Code, 2005 edition; and shall be
(2) published, except incorporated documents, by the fire and building services department of homeland security for general distribution and use under that title.
Wherever the term "this code" is used throughout this rule, it shall mean the Indiana Residential Code, 2005 edition.
(c) This rule is available for reference and review at the Department of Fire and Building Services, Homeland Security, Indiana Government Center-South, 402 West Washington Street, Room W246, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204.
(d) The purpose of this code is to provide minimum requirements for safety and to safeguard property, public safety, and general welfare through affordability, by regulating and controlling the design, construction, installation, and quality of materials of residential structures as regulated by this code.
(Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission; 675 IAC 14-4.3-1; filed Jun 13, 2005, 3:00 p.m.: 28 IR 3256, eff 90 days after filing with the Secretary of State; filed Mar 6, 2008, 11:13 a.m.: 20080402-IR-675070483FRA)
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 3. Change Section R202, Definitions, as follows:
(a) (1) Change the definition of ACCESSORY STRUCTURE to read as follows: In one and two family dwellings and for the purpose of APPENDIX E, structures not more than 3 stories high with separate means of egress, and the use of which is incidental to that of the main building and which is located on the same lot.
(b) (2) Change the definition of ALTERATION by deleting "other than repair".
(c) (3) Change APPROVED to read as follows: APPROVED means, as to materials, equipment, appliances, methods of design, and types of construction, acceptance by the building official by one (1) of the following methods:
(1) investigation or tests conducted by recognized authorities;
(2) investigation or tests conducted by technical or scientific organizations; or
(3) accepted principles.
The investigation, tests, or principles shall establish that the materials, equipment, appliances, methods of design, and types of construction are safe for their intended purpose.
(d) (4) Change the definition of BUILDING, EXISTING to read as follows: BUILDING, EXISTING. Existing building is a building or structure erected prior to the adoption of this code.
(e) (5) Change the definition of BUILDING OFFICIAL to read as follows: BUILDING OFFICIAL, as used in this code, shall be the local official or officials as designated in local ordinance, except it shall be the state building commissioner for Industrialized Building Systems under
675 IAC 15 and
IC 22-15 and for plan review for townhouses under
675 IAC 12 and
IC 22-15.
(f) (6) Delete the definition of CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS and substitute to read as follows: CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS. For construction documents, see the General Administrative Rules (
675 IAC 12) for Class 1 structures and local ordinance for Class 2 structures.
(g) (7) Delete, from the definition of ESSENTIALLY NONTOXIC TRANSFER FLUIDS, the following: "; and FDA-approved boiler water additions for steam boilers".
(h) (8) Change the definition of EXISTING INSTALLATIONS to read as follows: Any system regulated by this code that was legally installed prior to the effective date of this code.
(i) (9) Add the a definition of FAMILY after the definition of FACTORY-BUILT CHIMNEY to read as follows: FAMILY means an individual or 2 or more persons related by blood or marriage and/or a group of not more than 10 persons (excluding servants) who need not be related by blood or marriage living together in a dwelling unit.
(10) Change the definition of FIREBLOCKING to read as follows: Building materials, or materials labeled for use as fireblocking, installed to resist the free passage of flame to other areas of the building through concealed spaces.
(j) (11) Add, in the definition of FOAM PLASTIC INSULATION, "of" between the words "consisting" and "open".
(k) (12) Add the a definition of FOUNDATION WALL after FOAM PLASTIC INSULATION to read as follows: FOUNDATION WALL means the supporting element(s) that extend from the top of the footing to the bottom of the sill plate.
(l) (13) Delete, in the definition of HEATING DEGREE DAY (HDD), "acceptable to the code" and substitute "approved by the building".
(m) (14) Add the following definitions after INSULATING SHEATHING:
INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE means the Indiana Building Code (
675 IAC 13).
ICC ELECTRICAL CODE means the Indiana Electrical Code (
675 IAC 17).
INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE means the Indiana Fire Code (
675 IAC 22).
INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE means the Indiana Fuel Gas Code (
675 IAC 25).
INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE means the Indiana Mechanical Code (
675 IAC 18).
INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE means the Indiana Plumbing Code (
675 IAC 16).
(n) (15) Delete the definition of LABELED and substitute to read as follows: LABELED. Equipment or materials to which has been attached a label, symbol, or other identifying mark of an organization engaged in product evaluation that maintains periodic inspection or production of labeled equipment or materials and by whose labeling the manufacturer indicates compliance with appropriate standards or performance in a specified manner.
(o) (16) Delete the definition of LISTED AND LISTING and substitute to read as follows: LISTED AND LISTING. Equipment or materials included in a list published by an organization engaged in product evaluation that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment or materials and whose listing states either that the equipment or material meets appropriate standards or has been tested and found suitable for use in a specified manner.
(17) Add a definition of MONO-PITCH TRUSS after MODIFIED BITUMEN ROOF COVERING to read as follows: MONO-PITCH TRUSS means a truss with a top chord having a single uninterrupted slope of more than 1.5/12.
(p) (18) Add
the a definition of NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE after MULTIPLE STATION SMOKE ALARM to read as follows: NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE means the Indiana Electrical Code (
675 IAC 17).
(q) (19) Add
the a definition of NFPA 70 after NATURAL DRAFT SYSTEM to read as follows: NFPA 70 means the Indiana Electrical Code (
675 IAC 17).
(r) (20) Delete the definition of PERMIT.
(s) (21) Delete, in the definition of PLUMBING, ", repairs, maintenance".
(t) (22) Delete, in the definition of PLUMBING APPURTENANCE, ", maintenance, servicing, economy".
(u) (23) Delete the definition of POTABLE WATER and substitute to read as follows: POTABLE WATER. Water that at the point of use is acceptable for human consumption under drinking water standards adopted by the Water Pollution Control Board at
327 IAC 8.
(v) Delete the definition of REGISTERED DESIGN PROFESSIONAL.
(w) Add (24) Change the definition of RECESSED LIGHT after RECEPTOR to read as follows: RECESSED LUMINAIRE. For purposes of Chapter 11, RECESSED LIGHT LUMINAIRE means a light fixture luminaire that by design penetrates the thermal boundary of the building.
(25) Add a definition for REGISTERED DESIGN PROFESSIONAL to read as follows: REGISTERED DESIGN PROFESSIONAL means an architect who is registered under IC 25-4 or a professional engineer who is registered under IC 25-31.
(x) (26) Delete the definition of ROOF REPAIR.
(27) Add a definition of SILL PLATE after the definition of SIDE VENT to read as follows: SILL PLATE means in frame construction the bottom rough structural member that rests on the foundation.
(y) (28) Add the a definition of SLAB-ON-GRADE FLOOR INSULATION after SKYLIGHT AND SLOPED GLAZING to read as follows: SLAB-ON-GRADE FLOOR INSULATION means insulation around the perimeter of the floor slab or its supporting foundation.
(29) Add a definition of SOLE PLATE after the definition of SOLAR HEAT GAIN COEFFICIENT (SHGC) to read as follows: SOLE PLATE means in frame construction the horizontal member of a frame wall or partition that rests on any type floor.
(z) (30) Add the a definition of SMOKE ALARM after SLOPE to read as follows: SMOKE ALARM an alarm device that is responsive to smoke.
(aa) (31) Add the a definition of TACTILE NOTIFICATION APPLIANCE after SWEEP to read as follows: TACTILE NOTIFICATION APPLIANCE a notification appliance that alerts by sense of touch or vibration.
(bb) (32) Add to the definition of TOWNHOUSE, between "units" and "in", "separated by property lines".
(33) Change, in the definition for UNUSUALLY TIGHT CONSTRUCTION, 3, to read as follows: 3. Caulking or sealants are applied to joints and openings in the thermal envelope of the building such as: joints around window and door frames; between supporting structure and sill and sole plates; wall-ceiling joints; and at penetrations for plumbing, electrical and gas lines.
(34) Add a definition of WORKMANSHIP after the definition of WOOD STRUCTURAL PANEL to read as follows: WORKMANSHIP means the installation, application, or construction of materials, equipment, or fixtures as they are intended to be incorporated into a one-or-two-family dwelling as mandated by this code, the manufacturer, or industry standards. Items that are aesthetic in nature and that do not affect the livability, intended use, or the safety of a structure are excluded.
675 IAC 14-4.3-13.5 Section R301.2.2.2.1; weight of materials
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 13.5. Make the following changes to Section R301.2.2.2.1:
(1) Change the first sentence to read as follows: Average dead loads shall not exceed 15 psf (0.72 kN/m2) for the combined roof and ceiling assemblies (on a horizontal projection) or 10 psf (0.48 kN/m2) for floor assemblies, except as further limited by Section R301.2.2.
(2) Change the exception to read as follows: Exceptions: 1. Roof and ceiling dead loads not exceeding 25 psf (1.19 kN/m2) shall be permitted provided the wall bracing amounts in Chapter 6 are increased in accordance with Table R301.2.2.2.1.
(3) Add two (2) exceptions to read as follows:
2. Light-frame walls with stone or masonry veneer shall be permitted in accordance with the provisions of Sections R702.1 and R703.
3. Fireplaces and chimneys shall be permitted in accordance with Chapter 10.
(Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission; 675 IAC 14-4.3-13.5; filed Mar 6, 2008, 11:13 a.m.: 20080402-IR-675070483FRA)
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 21. Delete the third sentence of Section R303.1 and substitute to read as follows: Ventilation openings shall be readily accessible and operable.
(Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission; 675 IAC 14-4.3-21; filed Jun 13, 2005, 3:00 p.m.: 28 IR 3265, eff 90 days after filing with the Secretary of State; filed Mar 6, 2008, 11:13 a.m.: 20080402-IR-675070483FRA)
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 23.5. Delete the first sentence of Section R304.3 and substitute to read as follows: Habitable rooms shall not be less than 7 feet (2,134 mm) in either horizontal dimension for the purpose of Section R304.2.
(Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission; 675 IAC 14-4.3-23.5; filed Mar 6, 2008, 11:13 a.m.: 20080402-IR-675070483FRA)
675 IAC 14-4.3-26 Section R309; garages and carports
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 26. Change the title and text of Section R309 as follows:
(a) (1) Change the title of Section R309 to read as follows: GARAGES, CARPORTS, OR ACCESSORY STRUCTURES.
(b) (2) Change the text of Section R309.2 to read as follows: The garage shall be separated from the residence and its attic area by a smoke separation of not less than 1/2 inch (13 mm) gypsum board applied to the garage side of the framing.
Exception: Pull down stairs may be installed in garage/attic separations when installed in a manner that resists the passage of smoke.
(c) (3) Change the second paragraph of Sections R309.3 and R309.4 to read as follows: The area of floor used for parking of automobiles or other vehicles shall be sloped to facilitate the movement of liquids to an approved drain or toward the main vehicle entry doorway.
(d) (4) Delete the title and text of Section R309.5, Flood hazard areas, and substitute to read as follows: R309.5 Detached garages, carports, or accessory structures.
R309.5.1 Separation. Detached garages, carports, or and accessory structures shall provide be separated from dwellings by not less than 6 feet (1,829 mm) of open space, between same and the residence, except that such space may be roofed in compliance accordance with Chapters 8 and 9 of this code. Detached garages, carports, or and accessory structures separated from the residence dwellings by less than 6 feet (1,829 mm) of open space shall be considered the same as attached and shall comply with this code. garages, carports, and accessory structures. In no case shall garages, carports, or accessory structures be attached to the dwelling when the footings of the structure to be attached are above the frost line and the adjacent footings of the dwelling are at or below the frost line unless approved by the building official.
R309.5.2 Requirements. Detached garages, detached carports, or accessory structures shall be constructed to applicable sections of this code unless otherwise noted in TABLE R309. Any habitable rooms(s) area(s) located within a detached garage detached carport, or accessory structure shall meet all applicable sections of this code and shall be provided with an exit door as specified in Section R311.1. R311.
(e) (5) Add TABLE R309 at the end of Section R309 to read as follows:
| | | |
| TABLE R309 |
| DETACHED GARAGES, DETACHED CARPORTS, OR ACCESSORY STRUCTURES |
| CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS | Portable 200 Square Feet Maximum | Monolithic1 Footings 721 Square Feet Maximum | Structures with Conventional Foundation |
| Footings and Foundations | No Requirements | 8" W × 18" D2 or 12" W × 12" D2 | |
| Floors | No Requirements | | |
| Exterior Walls | No Requirements | | |
| Girders and Headers | No Requirements | Indiana Residential Code | Indiana |
| Roof Systems | No Requirements | | Residential Code |
| Electrical Power Limits | One 20 Amp. Circuit | | |
| Water Supply/Sanitation | Not Allowed | 1 | |
| Permanent Heat | Not Allowed | 1 | |
| Maximum Number of Stories | 1 | 13 | 3 |
| NOTES: |
| 1In structures utilizing monolithic floor systems, the water and sanitation systems and permanent heating facilities may be installed when approved flexible connections are provided. |
| 26 × 6 - W2.9 × W2.9 welded wire fabric or equivalent is required when monolithic slab footing system is used. |
| 3One story unless otherwise approved by the building official. |
675 IAC 14-4.3-27 Section R310; emergency escape and rescue openings
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 27. Change Section R310 as follows:
(a) (1) Change the first sentence of Section R310.1 to read as follows: Every sleeping room shall have at least one openable emergency escape and rescue opening that opens directly to the exterior.
(b) (2) Delete the second sentence of Section R310.1 without substitution.
(c) (3) In Section R310.1.2, change "24 inches (610 mm)" to "22 inches (559 mm)".
(d) (4) Add Section R310.1.5 to read as follows: R310.1.5 Sleeping room replacement window alterations. When replacing existing sleeping room windows, at least one of the replacement windows within that sleeping room shall comply with Section R310.5. Replacement windows that do not meet the current emergency escape requirements of Section R310, without structural alterations to the dwelling, may be installed as long as they meet the following requirements.
1. Replacement window installation shall not reduce the existing net clear opening by more than 6 inches horizontally and 6 inches vertically, except that awning replacement windows shall not reduce the existing net clear opening by more than 3 inches vertically.
2. In no case shall the replacement window net clear opening height be less than 22 inches (559 mm) and the net clear opening width be less than 20 inches (508 mm).
3. Double hung or sliding replacement windows shall have both sashes removable without the use of a key or tool. Single hung installations are not allowed by this section.
4. Casement and awning replacement windows may obtain the required net clear opening with the use of egress hardware.
5. If the replacement window cannot meet the minimum requirements listed in subdivisions 1, 2, 3, and 4, the existing window shall be replaced with a like window without reducing the existing net clear opening.
(5) Add Section R310.3.1 to read as follows: R 310.3.1 Door swing. In areas subject to snow or ice accumulation, doors installed at the bottom of bulkhead enclosures to basements that serve as escape and rescue openings shall swing into the structure.
(6) Add Section R310.5 to read as follows: R310.5 Emergency escape windows under decks and porches. Emergency escape windows are allowed to be installed under decks and porches provided the location of the deck or porch allows an unobstructed passageway, not less than 30 inches (762 mm) high, 30 inches (762 mm) wide and not more than 20 feet (6.1 m) in length, to a yard or court.
675 IAC 14-4.3-28 Section R311.4.3; landings at doors
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 28.
Make Delete the
following change to title and text of Section R311.4.3
In the exception to the second paragraph of SECTION R311.4.3, delete "7¾ inches (196 mm)" and substitute "8¼ inches (210 mm)". and substitute to read as follows:
R311.4.3 Landings at exterior doors. There shall be a landing on each side of each exterior door. The width of each landing shall not be less than the width of the door served. Every landing shall have a minimum dimension of 36 inches (914 mm) measured in the direction of travel. Exterior landings shall be permitted to have a slope not to exceed.25 units vertical in 12 units horizontal.
R311.4.3.1 Landings at the required exit door. Landings on the interior side of the required exit door shall not be more than 1.5 inches (38 mm) lower than the top of the threshold. Landings on the exterior side of the required exit door shall not be more than 8.25 inches (209 mm) below the top of the threshold. Where exterior landings serving the required exit door are not at grade level, they shall be provided with access to grade by steps, a stairway in accordance with Section R311.5 or a ramp in accordance with Section R311.6.
R311.4.3.2 Landings at the non-required exterior door. Doors, other than the required exit door, shall have landings installed not lower than 8.25 inches (209 mm) below the top of the threshold.
Exceptions:
1. Where the distance in height, measured between the top of the threshold and a floor below, is 16.5 inches (418 mm) or less, a single step with tread depth of at least 11 inches (279 mm) is permitted to be installed instead of a landing.
2. When a stairway of three or fewer risers is located at a non-required exterior door, a landing is not required for the exterior side of the non-required exterior door, provided the door, other than the screen or storm door, does not swing over the stairway.
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 32. (a) Change the first sentence of Section R311.5.6.2 to read as follows: Handrails for stairways shall serve each tread for the full length of the flight, from a point directly above the top riser of the flight to a point directly above the lowest riser of the flight.
(b) Change Exception 1 by adding the words "or by a landing" after "turn" and before the ".".
(Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission; 675 IAC 14-4.3-32; filed Jun 13, 2005, 3:00 p.m.: 28 IR 3267, eff 90 days after filing with the Secretary of State; filed Mar 6, 2008, 11:13 a.m.: 20080402-IR-675070483FRA)
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 34.5. Change Section R311.6.1 to read as follows: Ramps shall have a maximum slope of one unit vertical in twelve units horizontal ( 8.3 percent slope).
Exception: Where it is technically infeasible to comply because of site constraints, ramps may have a maximum slope of one unit vertical in eight units horizontal (12.5 percent slope).
(Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission; 675 IAC 14-4.3-34.5; filed Mar 6, 2008, 11:13 a.m.: 20080402-IR-675070483FRA)
675 IAC 14-4.3-36 Section R312.2; guard opening limitations
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 36. Add, in the first sentence of Section R316.2 R312.2, ", decks" between "balconies" and "and".
(Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission; 675 IAC 14-4.3-36; filed Jun 13, 2005, 3:00 p.m.: 28 IR 3267, eff 90 days after filing with the Secretary of State; filed Mar 6, 2008, 11:13 a.m.: 20080402-IR-675070483FRA)
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 37. Delete the text of Section R313 and substitute to read as follows: R313.1 Labeling. Each smoke alarm shall be listed:
R313.2 Required smoke alarm locations. At least one smoke alarm shall be installed in each of the following locations:
(a) In the living area remote from the kitchen and cooking appliances. Smoke alarms located within 20 feet (6.1 m) horizontally of a cooking appliance must incorporate a temporary silencing feature or be photoelectric type.
(b) In each room designed for sleeping.
(c) On the ceiling of the upper level near the top or above each stairway, other than a basement stairway, in any multistory dwelling. The alarm shall be located so that smoke rising in the stairway cannot be prevented from reaching the alarm by an intervening door or obstruction.
(d) On the basement ceiling near the stairway.
R313.2.1 Alterations and additions. When interior alterations or additions requiring a permit occur, or when one or more sleeping rooms are added or created in existing dwellings, the individual dwelling unit shall be provided with smoke alarms located as required for new dwellings; the smoke alarms shall be interconnected and hard wired.
Exceptions:
1. Smoke alarms in existing areas shall not be required to meet the requirements of R317.5 R313.5 where the alterations do not result in the removal of the interior wall or ceiling finishes exposing the structure unless there is an attic, crawlspace, or basement available that could provide access for hard wiring and interconnection without the removal of interior finishes.
2. Repairs are exempt from the requirements of this section.
R313.3 Prohibited smoke alarm locations. A smoke alarm required under this section shall not be placed:
1. within 3 feet (914 mm) horizontally from any grille moving conditioned air within the living space; or
2. in any location or environment that is prohibited by the terms of the listing.
R313.4 Mounting requirements. Smoke alarms required by Section R313.2 shall be mounted in accordance with their listing, installation instructions, and the requirements of this section.
R313.4.1 Flat Ceilings. In rooms with flat, peaked sloping or single slope ceilings with a slope of less than 1.5/12, smoke alarms shall be mounted either:
1. on the ceiling at least 4 inches (102 mm) from each wall; or
2. on a wall with the top of the alarm not less than 4 inches (102 mm) below the ceiling and not farther from the ceiling than 12 inches (305 mm) or the distance from the ceiling specified in the smoke alarm manufacturer's listing and installation instructions, whichever is less.
R313.4.2 Peaked Sloping Ceilings. In rooms with peaked sloping ceilings with a slope of 1.5/12 or greater, smoke alarms shall be:
1. mounted on the ceiling or wall within 3 feet (914 mm) measured horizontally, from the peak of the ceiling;
2. at least 4 inches (102 mm), measured vertically, below the peak of the ceiling; and
3. at least 4 inches (102 mm) from any projecting structural element.
R313.4.3 Single Slope Ceilings. In rooms with single slope ceilings with a slope of 1.5/12 or greater, smoke alarms shall be:
1. mounted on the ceiling or wall within 3 feet (914 mm), measured horizontally, of the high point of the ceiling; and
2. not closer than 4 inches (102 mm) from any adjoining wall surfaces or any projecting structural element.
R313.4.4 Visible and tactile notification appliances. In addition to the smoke alarms required pursuant to this section, listed visible and tactile notification appliances, when installed, shall meet the following:
R313.4.4.1 Candela Rating-Sleeping Room. A visible notification appliance, when installed in a room designed for sleeping, shall have a minimum rating of 177 candela, except that when the visible notification appliance is wall-mounted or suspended more than 24 inches (610 mm) below the ceiling, a minimum rating of 110 candela is permitted.
R313.4.4.2 Candela Rating-Nonsleeping Room. A visible notification appliance, when installed in an area other than a room designed for sleeping, shall have a minimum rating of 15 candela.
R313.5 Connection to Power Source. Each smoke alarm shall be powered from:
1. the electrical system of the home as the primary power source and a battery as a secondary power source; or
2. a battery rated for a 10 year life, provided the smoke alarm is listed for use with a 10 year battery.
Exception: Visible and tactile notification appliances are required to operate from the primary power source but are not required to operate from a secondary power source.
R313.5.1 Circuitry. Each smoke alarm whose primary power source is the home electrical system shall be mounted on an electrical outlet box and be connected by a permanent wiring method to a general branch circuit. The same branch circuit may serve more than one smoke alarm. The branch circuit for the alarm shall not include any switches between the branch circuit overcurrent protective device and the alarm and shall not be protected by a ground-fault circuit-interrupter.
R313.5.2 Interconnection. When more than one smoke alarm is required to be installed within an individual dwelling unit, the alarm devices shall be interconnected in such a manner that the actuation of one alarm will activate all of the alarms in the individual unit.
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 38.5. Change "Exception", in R317.1, to "Exceptions", number the exception as 1, and add a second exception to read as follows: 2. Wall assemblies need not extend through attic spaces of two-family dwelling structures under single ownership when the ceiling is protected by not less than 5/8-inch Type X gypsum board and an attic draft stop constructed as specified in R502.12.1 is provided above and along the wall assembly separating the dwellings. The structural wall framing supporting the ceiling shall also be protected by not less than 1/2-inch gypsum board or equivalent on the interior surface.
(Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission; 675 IAC 14-4.3-38.5; filed Mar 6, 2008, 11:13 a.m.: 20080402-IR-675070483FRA)
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 46. Delete the text first sentence of Section R319.3 and substitute to read as follows: Fasteners for pressure preservative treated wood shall be of G185 hot-dipped galvanized steel, stainless steel, silicon bronze, copper, or meet the requirements of the chemical manufacturer of the chemicals used in the treated wood. Except for borate treated wood, aluminum fasteners, hardware, or flashing shall not be in direct contact with pressure preservative treated wood. Fasteners for fire-retardant treated wood shall be of hot-dipped galvanized steel, stainless steel, silicon bronze, copper, or meet the requirements of the chemical manufacturer of the chemicals used in the treated wood.
(Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission; 675 IAC 14-4.3-46; filed Jun 13, 2005, 3:00 p.m.: 28 IR 3270, eff 90 days after filing with the Secretary of State; filed Mar 6, 2008, 11:13 a.m.: 20080402-IR-675070483FRA)
675 IAC 14-4.3-50 Section R323; flood-resistant construction
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 50. Delete Section 323 R323 FLOOD-RESISTANT CONSTRUCTION and substitute to read as follows: See local ordinance.
(Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission; 675 IAC 14-4.3-50; filed Jun 13, 2005, 3:00 p.m.: 28 IR 3270, eff 90 days after filing with the Secretary of State; filed Mar 6, 2008, 11:13 a.m.: 20080402-IR-675070483FRA)
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 51. Delete the exceptions in Section 401.1. R401.1.
(Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission; 675 IAC 14-4.3-51; filed Jun 13, 2005, 3:00 p.m.: 28 IR 3270, eff 90 days after filing with the Secretary of State; filed Mar 6, 2008, 11:13 a.m.: 20080402-IR-675070483FRA)
675 IAC 14-4.3-62 Section R403.1.6; foundation anchorage
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 62. Make Delete the following changes to first paragraph of Section R403.1.6 (a) Change and the fourth sentence first six (6) sentences of the second paragraph and substitute to read as follows: Bolts shall be at least ½ inch (13 mm) in diameter and shall extend a minimum 7 inches (178 mm) into the core, cell, or joint of the masonry unit and 7 inches (178 mm) into concrete.
(b) Change the fifth sentence to read as follows: Interior bearing wall Sill plates and wall-panel sole plates supported directly on monolithic slab concrete or masonry foundations shall be positively anchored with anchor bolts or approved fasteners to the foundation in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. this section.
Exterior wall wood sole and sill plates supported directly on masonry or concrete foundations shall be anchored to the foundation with bolts spaced a maximum of 6 feet on center. There shall be a minimum of two bolts for each plate section with one bolt located not more than 12 inches (305 mm) or less than seven bolt diameters from each end of the plate section. Sill plates supporting floor systems, on walls having less than 7 feet (2,135 mm) of unbalanced fill, shall be anchored to the foundation with bolts spaced not more than 12 inches (305 mm) from corners and a maximum of 6 feet (1,828 mm) on center. Sill plates supporting floor systems, on walls having 7 feet (2,135 mm) or more of unbalanced fill, shall be anchored to the foundation with bolts spaced not more than 12 inches (305 mm) from corners and a maximum of 4 feet (1,219 mm) on center. Bolts shall be at least 1/2 inch in diameter and shall extend a minimum 7 inches (178 mm) into masonry or concrete and shall have at least 1 1/2 inches of grout or concrete surrounding the bolt shaft. Interior bearing wall sole plates on concrete slab foundations shall be positively anchored with approved fasteners. A washer, sized to cover the hole in the plate, shall be installed on each bolt and a nut shall be used to tighten the washer to the plate.
(Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission; 675 IAC 14-4.3-62; filed Jun 13,
2005, 3:00 p.m.: 28 IR 3271, eff 90 days after filing with the Secretary of State; filed Mar 6, 2008, 11:13 a.m.: 20080402-IR-675070483FRA)
675 IAC 14-4.3-66 Table R403.2; size of footings supporting piers and columns
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 66. Add TABLE R403.2 to read as follows:
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| TABLE R403.2 |
| SIZE OF FOOTINGS SUPPORTING PIERS AND COLUMNS |
| Spacing of Girder "S"1 | Type of Loading2 | Column Size Required3 | Size of Plain Concrete Footing Required3 |
| | A | B | C | Steel | Wood | |
| 10' | 5'–6" | – | – | | | |
| 15' | 4'–0" | – | – | | | |
| 20' | – | – | – | | 4" × 4" | 2' × 2' × 8" C 5 |
| 10' | 8'–6" | 5'–0" | – | | | |
| 15' | 6'–0" | 4'–0" | – | | | |
| 20' | 4'–6" | – | – | | | |
| 10' | 12'–0" | 9'–0" | 8'–0" | 3" | | |
| 15' | 10'–0" | 8'–0" | 7'–0" | Steel | 6" × 6" | 4' × 4' × 16" 5 |
| 20' | 8'–0" | 7'–0" | 6'–0" | Pipe4 | | |
| 10' | 16'–0" | 12'–6" | 11'–0" | | | |
| 15' | 13'–6" | 10'–6" | 10'–0" | | | |
| 20' | 12'–0" | 9'–6" | 8'–0" | | | |
| 10' | 20'–0" | 16'–0" | 13'–6" | | 8" × 8" | 4'3" × 4'3" × 17" 5 |
| 15' | 17'–0" | 13'–6" | 11'–6" | | | |
| 20' | 15'–0" | 12'–0" | 10'–0" | | | |
| 1The spacing "S" is the tributary load in the girder. It is found by adding the unsupported spans of the floor joists on each side that are supported by the girder and dividing by 2. |
| 2Figures under type of loading columns are the allowable girder span. |
| Type A loading is for a girder supporting 1 floor and a roof. |
| Type B loading is for a girder supporting 2 floors and a roof. |
| Type C loading is for a girder supporting 3 floors and a roof. |
| 3Required size of column is based on girder support from 2 sides. Size of footing is based on allowable soil pressure of 2,000 pounds per square foot. |
| 4Schedule 40. |
| 5Footing thickness is based on the use of plain concrete with an ultimate compressive strength of not less than 2,000 pounds per square inch at 28 days. If approved, the footing thickness may be reduced based on an engineered design utilizing higher strength concrete and/or reinforcement. |
675 IAC 14-4.3-68 Section R404.1; concrete and masonry foundation walls
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 68. (a) In the first sentence of Section R404.1, add "ACI 332" after "ACI 318" and before "NCMA TR68-A".
(b) Delete the last sentence of Section R404.1.
(Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission; 675 IAC 14-4.3-68; filed Jun 13, 2005, 3:00 p.m.: 28 IR 3272, eff 90 days after filing with the Secretary of State; filed Mar 6, 2008, 11:13 a.m.: 20080402-IR-675070483FRA)
675 IAC 14-4.3-71 Section R404.1.5; foundation wall thickness based on walls supported
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 71. Delete the text of Section R404.1.5 and substitute to read
The thickness of as follows: Concrete and masonry
foundation walls shall not be less than the thickness of the wall supported.
EXCEPTION: A foundation wall Exceptions: Foundation walls of at least 8 inches
(203 mm) nominal thickness shall be permitted:
1. Under brick veneered frame walls, with brick or masonry veneer, that are wider than the foundation as permitted in paragraph R606.3, or stud walls that are wider than required by Table R602.3.1 and are supported by a floor system.
2. Under 10 inch (254 mm) wide, multiple wythe masonry cavity walls, where the total height of the walls supported, including gables, is not more than 20 feet, (6,096 mm) provided the requirements of Sections R404.1.1 and R404.1.2 are met.
675 IAC 14-4.3-78 Section R407.3; structural requirement
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 78. In At the end of the first sentence of Section R407.3, add "top and" after "the" and before "bottom". "and attached at the top to the structural framing".
(Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission; 675 IAC 14-4.3-78; filed Jun 13, 2005, 3:00 p.m.: 28 IR 3274, eff 90 days after filing with the Secretary of State; filed Mar 6, 2008, 11:13 a.m.: 20080402-IR-675070483FRA)
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 78.5. Change the last sentence of Section R408.1 to read as follows: One such ventilation opening shall be within 4 feet (1,219 mm) of each corner of said building.
(Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission; 675 IAC 14-4.3-78.5; filed Mar 6, 2008, 11:13 a.m.: 20080402-IR-675070483FRA)
675 IAC 14-4.3-79 Section R408.2; openings for under-floor ventilation
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 79. Make the following changes to Section R408.2:
(a)
(1) Delete the first two (2) sentences of R408.2 without substitution.
(2) Change Exception 1 to read as follows: Ventilation openings to the outdoors are not required if ventilation openings to the interior are provided.
(b) (3) Amend Exception 5 as follows: Delete "Section N1102.1.7" and substitute "Chapter 11 of this code".
(4) Add Exception 6 to read as follows: 6. Ventilation openings are not required when the under-floor space is insulated in accordance with Chapter 11 of this code, the insulation materials comply with Sections R314 and R316 of this code and the ground surface is covered with an approved vapor retarder that extends to the exterior walls and all penetrations. The vapor retarder shall have a minimum thickness of 0.006 inch and shall be installed so that any joints are lapped at least 6 inches (152 mm). Mechanical ductwork shall be uninsulated and shall have no openings into the under-floor space. A hard surface pad with dimensions of at least 16 inches (407 mm) by 16 inches (407 mm), and an electrical receptacle shall be installed to allow for the installation of dehumidification equipment in the event of high humidity conditions in the under-floor spaces. Openings into conditioned space shall be permitted.
(5) Add Exception 7 to read as follows: 7. Ventilation openings are not required when the under-floor space is insulated in accordance with Chapter 11 of this code, the insulation materials comply with Sections R314 and R316 of this code and there is a concrete floor at least 2 inches (51 mm) thick installed on the ground surface of the under-floor space. A vapor retarder, at least 0.006 inch (.152 mm) thick and extending to the exterior walls and penetrations, shall be installed under the concrete floor. Conditioned air shall be circulated through the under-floor space at a rate of at least 1 cfm (10 m2) for each 50 square feet (1.02 L/s) of under-floor space.
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 80. Change Section R408.3 to read as follows: An access opening 24 inches by 18 inches (610 mm by 457 mm) shall be provided to the under-floor space. When the under-floor space access opening is through a wall, the opening shall be a minimum of 24 inches (609 mm) wide by 16 inches (406 mm) high with an areaway provided for access to the under-floor opening. The areaway shall be not less than 24 inches (609 mm) long parallel to the wall at the access opening by 16 inches (406 mm) wide perpendicular to the wall at the center of the access opening. The bottom of the areaway shall be below the threshold of the access opening. The under-floor access opening shall not be under a door.
Exception: Access may be placed under a doorway provided the step or steps that cover the opening to the crawlspace are attached to the structure at the top with a fixed pin-type hinge, so that, when the step or steps are in the raised position, passage by way of the doorway is restricted.
675 IAC 14-4.3-86.5 Table R502.5(1); girder spans and header spans for exterior bearing walls
Authority:
IC 22-13-2-2;
IC 22-13-2-13
Sec. 86.5. Delete Table R502.5(1) and substitute to read as follows:
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| TABLE R502.5(1) |
| GIRDER SPANSa AND HEADER SPANSa FOR EXTERIOR BEARING WALLS |
| (Maximum spans for Douglas fir-larch, hem-fir, southern pine and spruce-pine-firb and regulated number of jack studs) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Girders and Headers Supporting | Size | Ground Snow Load (psf) e |
| 30 | 50 | 70 |
| Building width c (feet) |
| 20 | 28 | 36 | 20 | 28 | 36 | 20 | 28 | 36 |
| Span | NJd | Span | NJd | Span | NJd | Span | NJd | Span | NJd | Span | NJd | Span | NJd | Span | NJd | Span | NJd |
| Roof and Ceiling | 2-2×4 | 3-6 | 1 | 3-2 | 1 | 2-10 | 1 |
3-2 | 1 | 2-9 | 1 | 2-6 | 1 | 2-10 | 1 | 2-6 | 1 | 2-3 | 1 |
| 2-2×6 | 5-5 | 1 | 4-8 | 1 | 4-2 | 1 | 4-8 | 1 | 4-1 | 1 |
