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• IBC 110.1

  General

  • Permitted work is inspected and stays visible and accessible until approved; the owner bears the cost of uncovering it.

  International Building Code, 2024 · Chapter 1, Scope and AdministrationRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• IBC 415.11.12.2

  Combustible nonmetallic exhaust ducts

  • Combustible ducts 10 in or larger are sprinklered unless listed or 12 ft or shorter below the ceiling.

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

• IBC 719.2

  Plaster equivalents

  • ½ in unsanded gypsum plaster equals ¾ in gypsum sand plaster or 1 in cement sand plaster.

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

• IBC 907.5

  Occupant notification

  • Notification per 907.5.1 to 907.5.2.3.3.

  International Building Code, 2024 · Chapter 9, Fire Protection and Life Safety SystemsRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

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