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• IBC 1607.8.3

  Heavy vehicle garages

  • Requirements for heavy vehicle garages; see linked sections.

  Works withIBC 1607.8.1

  International Building Code, 2024 · Chapter 16, Structural DesignRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R801.3

  Roof Drainage

  • On expansive or collapsible soils, homes need gutters or another controlled roof drain that discharges at least 5 ft from the foundation or into an approved system.

  Local review: San Antonio's expansive clays make this apply to most homes: plan gutters and downspouts that discharge 5 ft or more from the foundation.

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

• E4302

  Power Sources

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 43, Class 2 Remote-Control, Signaling and Power-Limited CircuitsRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R1001.9.1

  Hearth Thickness

  • The fireplace hearth is at least 4 in thick.

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

• P2722

  Fixture Fitting

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 27, Plumbing FixturesRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• P3005.2

  Cleanouts Required

  • Cleanouts are provided per P3005.2.1 to 2.11.

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 30, Sanitary DrainageRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R1005

  Factory-Built Chimneys

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

• R702.3

  Gypsum Board and Gypsum Panel Products

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

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