M1903.1
General
- Fuel cell power plants up to 1,000 kW meet ANSI/CSA FC 1 and NFPA 853.
International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 19, Special Appliances, Equipment and SystemsRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)
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Surge Protection
- Every dwelling service gets a surge-protective device (NEC 230.67).
Local review: Whole-service SPDs became required in the 2020 NEC; confirm San Antonio's adopted edition.
International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 36, ServicesRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)
G2425.2
General
- Every appliance vents outdoors except those exempted by G2425.8.
International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 24, Fuel GasRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)
R703.9.2
Exterior Insulation and Finish System (EIFS) With Drainage
International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 7, Wall CoveringRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)
R325.2
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms have at least 3 sq ft of window, half of it openable, unless they have artificial light and an exhaust fan to outdoors.
International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 3, Building PlanningRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)
R318.7.13.2
Handrails of Ship's Ladders
International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 3, Building PlanningRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)
G2404
General
International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 24, Fuel GasRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)
R404.1.4
Seismic Design Category D
International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 4, FoundationsRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)
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