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• R404.1.8

  Rubble Stone Masonry

  • Rubble stone foundation walls are at least 16 in thick, hold back 8 ft or less at 30 psf/ft or less, and aren't used in SDC D or for townhouses in C.

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 4, FoundationsRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R606.12.3.4

  Material Restrictions

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 6, Wall ConstructionRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R608.1.2

  Other Concrete Walls

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 6, Wall ConstructionRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R324.6.4

  Screens With Multiple Glazing

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 3, Building PlanningRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R302.13

  Fire Protection of Floors

  • Unrated floors get 1/2 in gypsum or 5/8 in wood panel under the framing, unless sprinklered below, over a plain crawl space, built of 2x10 or larger lumber, or a small detached accessory floor.

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 3, Building PlanningRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R321.2.2

  Emergency Escape and Rescue Openings

  • Once released, a fall-prevention device on an escape window can't reduce the required clear opening.

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 3, Building PlanningRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R702.3.4

  Insulating Concrete Form Walls

  • ICF foam inside living space is covered per R303.4; adhesives may supplement mechanical fasteners and must suit the foam.

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 7, Wall CoveringRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R323.1.1

  Private Residence Elevators

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 3, Building PlanningRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

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