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  • IBC 603.1

    Allowable materials

    • Combustibles allowed in Type I/II include FRT wood in nonbearing partitions (2 hours or less), nonrated exterior walls, roof framing and decks/balconies on buildings up to 3 stories, insulation with flame spread 25 or less, foam plastics per Chapter 26, Class A–C roofing, finishes, trim, millwork, blocking, and small tenant partitions.

    Works withIBC 2303.2IBC Chapter 26IBC 803IBC 804IBC 806

    International Building Code, 2024 · Chapter 6, Types of ConstructionRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

  • IBC 410.2.2

    Technical production areas: galleries, gridirons and catwalks

    • Gridirons and catwalks needn't be rated and aren't floors, stories or mezzanines.

    International Building Code, 2024 · Chapter 4, Special Detailed Requirements Based on Occupancy and UseRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

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