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• R317.5

  Fire Sprinklers

  • A garage relying on the sprinklered-subdivision setback reduction gets residential or quick-response sprinklers at 0.05 gpm/sq ft.

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

• R407

  Columns

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

• R905.3.2

  Slope

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 9, Roof AssembliesRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R908.3

  Roof Replacement

  • A roof replacement strips to the deck, except sound adhered ice barrier or self-adhered underlayment may stay and be covered (no more than two layers).

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 9, Roof AssembliesRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R802.6

  Bearing

  • Rafters and ceiling joists bear 1-1/2 in on wood or metal and 3 in on masonry or concrete; on 3:12 or steeper roofs with a proper tie, bearing on the ridge board is enough.

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 8, Roof-Ceiling ConstructionRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R610.5.1

  Top Plate Connection

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

• R1006.5

  Outlet

  • The air outlet is in the back or side of the firebox, or at hearth level within 24 in of the opening, closable and built so embers cannot fall into hidden combustible spaces.

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 10, Chimneys and FireplacesRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R603.1

  General

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

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