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10 sections matching “IBC 402.6.4” for San Antonio, TX, the 2024 IRC and IBC

  • IBC 402.6.4

    Plastic signs

    • Plastic storefront signs facing the mall are limited per 402.6.4.1 to 402.6.4.5.

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

  • IBC 402.6.4.2

    Height and width

    • Signs up to 36 in high; vertical signs up to 96 in high and 36 in wide.

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  • IBC 402.6.4.4

    Plastics other than foam plastics

    • Non-foam sign plastics meet 2606.4 or self-ignite at 650°F+ with flame spread 75 or less and smoke 450 or less.

    Works withIBC 2606.4

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  • IBC 402.6.4.4.1

    Encasement

    • Edges and backs of plastic signs are fully encased in metal.

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  • IBC 402.6

    Interior finishes and features

    • Mall finishes and installations follow 402.6.1 to 402.6.4.

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

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