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• IBC 705.5

  Fire-resistance ratings

  • Exterior walls are rated per Table 601 and Table 705.5; walls with FSD over 10 ft are rated from inside only, 10 ft or less from both sides.
  • Groups A, B, E, F-2, I, R, S-2, U: under 5 ft 1 hour; 5–10 ft 1 hour; 10–30 ft 1 hour (0 for IIB and VB); 30 ft or more 0. F-1, M, S-1: 2 / 1–2 / 0–1 / 0. H: 3 / 2–3 / 1–2 / 0. R-3 of IIB/VB and private garages need no rating at FSD 5 ft or more.

  Works withIBC 601IBC Table 705.5IRC R302.1

  International Building Code, 2024 · Chapter 7, Fire and Smoke Protection FeaturesRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• IBC 602.1

  General

  • Every building is Type I, II, III, IV or V; elements meet Table 601 ratings and exterior walls Table 705.5, per 703.2; opening protection only where other sections require.

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• IBC 704.9

  Exterior structural members

  • Exterior load-bearing members take the highest of Table 601 for the element, Table 601 for exterior bearing walls, and Table 705.5.

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• IBC 3103.3

  Location

  • Temporary structures are located per Table 705.5 fire separation rules.

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  International Building Code, 2024 · Chapter 31, Special ConstructionRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• IBC 406.5.6

  Fire separation distance

  • Exterior walls and openings follow Tables 601 and 705.5.

  Works withIBC 601IBC 705.5

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

• IBC 1705.5.3

  Mass timber construction

  • Mass timber (IV-A, IV-B, IV-C) inspections per Table 1705.5.3: anchorage, erection, screws, adhesive anchors and connections.

  Works withIBC Table 1705.5.3

  International Building Code, 2024 · Chapter 17, Special Inspections and TestsRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

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