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3 sections matching “IBC 1404.2” for San Antonio, TX, the 2024 IRC

  • IBC 1404.2

    Weather protection

    • Coverings at the minimum thicknesses in Table 1404.2 are accepted weather coverings.
    • Minimum thickness (in): adhered masonry veneer 0.25; aluminum siding 0.019; anchored stone 2.0, cast stone 2.5; fiber-cement lap/panel 0.25; fiberboard 0.5; hardboard 0.25; exterior plywood with sheathing 0.313; porcelain tile 0.125; steel 0.0149; structural glass 0.344; three-coat stucco 0.875 over metal lath, 0.625 over masonry/concrete; two-coat stucco 0.5 masonry, 0.375 concrete; vinyl 0.035; wood shingles 0.375; wood siding without sheathing 0.5.

    Works withIBC 2304.6

    International Building Code, 2024 · Chapter 14, Exterior WallsRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

  • IBC 1402.6

    Water-resistive barriers

    • Type I–IV walls over 40 ft above grade plane with a combustible WRB must pass NFPA 285. Exempt if the WRB is the only combustible part and the covering is brick, concrete, stone, terra cotta, stucco or steel per Table 1404.2, or the WRB meets low heat-release limits (ASTM E1354) and flame spread ≤25 / smoke ≤450.

    Works withIBC 703.3IBC Table 1404.2IBC 1402.8

    International Building Code, 2024 · Chapter 14, Exterior WallsRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

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