2003 IBC	2001 FBC	Proposed code change/staff recommendation 	
Introduction			
This comprehensive building code establishes minimum regulations for building systems using prescriptive and performance-related provisions. It is founded on broad-based principles that make possible the use of new materials and new building designs. This 2003 edition is fully compatible with all the International Codes (“I-Codes”) published by the International Code Council (ICC), including the ICC Electrical Code, International Energy Conservation Code, International Existing Building Code, International Fire Code, International Fuel Gas Code, International Mechanical Code, ICC Performance Code, International  Plumbing Code, International Private Sewage Disposal Code, International Property Maintenance Code, International Residential Code, International Urban-Wildland Interface Code and International Zoning Code.
		Revised to read as follows: [1/12/04]
This comprehensive building code establishes minimum regulations for building systems using prescriptive and performance-related provisions. It is founded on broad-based principles that make possible the use of new materials and new building designs. This 2003 edition is fully compatible with all the International Codes (“I-Codes”) published by the International Code Council (ICC), including the ICC Electrical Code, International Energy Conservation Code, International Existing Building Code, International Fire Code, International Fuel Gas Code, International Mechanical Code, ICC Performance Code, International  Plumbing Code, International Private Sewage Disposal Code, International Property Maintenance Code, International Residential Code, International Urban-Wildland Interface Code and International Zoning Code.	
Letter Designations in Front of Section Numbers		General: Bracketed letters throughout the IBC and IRC [B], [F].etc.  I suggest removing these letters from all the codes as they do not serve any purpose for the FBC process.  For the ICC Code development process, the letter designations assign code committee maintenance on certain sections for the code change process.  For example, if a section in the IRC has bracketed [F] in front of it, any proposed code changes to that section would be heard by the Fire Code Committee instead of the Residential Code Committee.  The ICC process assigns maintenance based on subject matter and not necessarily by code.  Since Florida does not use this process, it may be confusing to users of the code. [Revised 3/2/04]	

The content of sections in this code which begin with a letter designation is maintained by another code development committee in accordance with the following: [E] = International Energy Conservation Code Development Committee; [EB] = International Existing Building Code Development Committee; [EL] = ICC Electrical Code Development Committee; [F] = International Fire Code Development  Committee; [M] = International Mechanical Code Development Committee; [P] = International Plumbing Code Development Committee; [PC] = ICC Performance Code Development Committee; [PM] = International Property Maintenance Code Development Committee; [RBE] = International Residential Code Building and Energy Development Committee; [RMP] = International Residential Code  Mechanical/Plumbing Development Committee; [UW] = International Urban-Wildland Interface Code Development Committee; and [Z] = International Zoning Code Development Committee.
		Revise to read as follows: [1/12/04]
The content of sections in this code which begin with a letter designation is maintained by another code development committee in accordance with the following: [E] = International Energy Conservation Code Development Committee; [EB] = International Existing Building Code Development Committee; [EL] = National Fire Protection Association  ICC Electrical Code Development Committee; [F] = International Fire Code Development  Committee; [M] = International Mechanical Code Development Committee; [P] = International Plumbing Code Development Committee; [PC] = ICC Performance Code Development Committee; [PM] = International Property Maintenance Code Development Committee; [RBE] = International Residential Code Building and Energy Development Committee; [RMP] = International Residential Code  Mechanical/Plumbing Development Committee; [UW] = International Urban-Wildland Interface Code Development Committee; and [Z] = International Zoning Code Development Committee.	
Chapter 1: Administration	Chapter 1: Administration		
	SECTION 101 GENERAL		
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Building Code of [NAME OF JURISDICTION], hereinafter referred to as “this code.”
		101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Florida Building Code of [NAME OF JURISDICTION], hereinafter referred to as “this code.”	
101.2
Exceptions:
1. Detached one- and two-family dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings (town houses) not more than three stories above grade plane in height with a separate means of egress and their accessory structures shall comply with the International Residential Code.
2. Existing buildings undergoing repair, alterations or additions and change of occupancy shall be permitted to comply with the International Existing Building
Code.		101.2
Exceptions:
1. Detached one- and two-family dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings (town houses) not more than three stories above grade plane in height with a separate means of egress and their accessory structures shall comply with the Florida International Residential Code.
2. Existing buildings undergoing repair, alterations or additions and change of occupancy shall be permitted to comply with the International Florida Existing Building
Code.	
101.4.1 Electrical. The provisions of the ICC Electrical Code shall apply to the installation of electrical systems, including alterations, repairs, replacement, equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and appurtenances thereto.
		101.4.1 Electrical. The provisions of the ICC Electrical Code Chapter 27 of the Florida Building Code, Building shall apply to the installation of electrical systems, including alterations, repairs, replacement, equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and appurtenances thereto.	
101.4.2 Gas. The provisions of the International Fuel Gas Code shall apply to the installation of gas piping from the point of delivery, gas appliances and related accessories as covered in this code. These requirements apply to gas piping
systems extending from the point of delivery to the inlet connections of appliances and the installation and operation of residential and commercial gas appliances and related accessories.		101.4.2 Gas. The provisions of the International Florida Building Code, Fuel Gas Code shall apply to the installation of gas piping from the point of delivery, gas appliances and related accessories as covered in this code. These requirements apply to gas piping systems extending from the point of delivery to the inlet connections of appliances and the installation and operation of residential and commercial gas appliances and related accessories.	
101.4.3 Mechanical. The provisions of the International Mechanical Code shall apply to the installation, alterations, repairs and replacement of mechanical systems, including equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and/or appurtenances,
including ventilating, heating, cooling, air-conditioning and refrigeration systems, incinerators and other energy- related systems.		101.4.3 Mechanical. The provisions of the Florida Building Code  International Mechanical Code shall apply to the installation, alterations, repairs and replacement of mechanical systems, including equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and/or appurtenances, including ventilating, heating, cooling, air-conditioning and refrigeration systems, incinerators and other energy- related systems.	
101.4.4 Plumbing. The provisions of the International Plumbing Code shall apply to the installation, alteration, repair and replacement of plumbing systems, including equipment,
appliances, fixtures, fittings and appurtenances, and where connected to a water or sewage system and all aspects of a medical gas system. The provisions of the International Private Sewage Disposal Code shall apply to private sewage
disposal systems.		101.4.4 Plumbing. The provisions of the International the Florida Building Code,  Plumbing Code shall apply to the installation, alteration, repair and replacement of plumbing systems, including equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and appurtenances, and where connected to a water or sewage system and all aspects of a medical gas system. The provisions of the International Private Sewage Disposal Code shall apply to private sewage disposal systems.	
101.4.5 Property maintenance. The provisions of the International Property Maintenance Code shall apply to existing structures and premises; equipment and facilities; light, ventilation, space heating, sanitation, life and fire safety hazards; responsibilities of owners, operators and occupants; and occupancy of existing premises and structures.		Delete section.  No action was taken by the Commission to adopt this Code.	
101.4.6 Fire prevention. The provisions of the International Fire Code shall apply to matters affecting or relating to structures, processes and premises from the hazard of fire and explosion arising from the storage, handling or use of
structures, materials or devices; from conditions hazardous to life, property or public welfare in the occupancy of structures or premises; and from the construction, extension, repair, alteration or removal of fire suppression and alarm systems or fire hazards in the structure or on the premises
from occupancy or operation.		101.4.6 Fire prevention. The For provisions related to fire prevention, refer to the Florida Fire Prevention Code. of The International Florida Fire Prevention Code shall apply to matters affecting or relating to structures, processes and premises from the hazard of fire and explosion arising from the storage, handling or use of structures, materials or devices; from conditions hazardous to life, property or public welfare in the occupancy of structures or premises; and from the construction, extension, repair, alteration or removal of fire suppression and alarm systems or fire hazards in the structure or on the premises from occupancy or operation.	
101.4.7 Energy. The provisions of the International Energy Conservation Code shall apply to all matters governing the design and construction of buildings for energy efficiency.
		101.4.7 Energy. The provisions of Chapter 13 of the Florida Building Code, Building the International Energy Conservation Code shall apply to all matters governing the design and construction of buildings for energy efficiency.	

	101.4.11 Accessibility. For provisions related to accessibility, refer to Chapter 11 of the Florida Building Code, Building.	101.4.11 8 Accessibility. For provisions related to accessibility,
refer to Chapter 11 of the Florida Building Code, Building.	
	Section 102 Applicability		
102		In section 102, delete the following definitions: special inspection, special inspection continuous, special inspection periodic, and special observations.   [Revised 3/2/04]	
102.2 Other laws. The provisions of this code shall not be deemed to nullify any provisions of local, state or federal law.
	§101.4.2 Building. The provisions of the Florida Building Code shall
apply to the construction, erection, alteration, modification, repair,
equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of every public and private building, structure or facility or floating residential structure, or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings, structures or facilities.  Additions, alterations, repairs and changes of use or occupancy group in all buildings and structures shall comply with the provisions provided in Chapter 34 of this code.  The following buildings, structures, and facilities are exempt from the Florida Building Code as provided by law, and any further exemptions
shall be as determined by the Legislature and provided by law:	Delete section. In conflict with the law.  Also, replace the text in section 102.2 of the IBC with the text from 101.4.2 of the FBC.  	
	(a) Building and structures specifically regulated and preempted by the Federal Government.

(b) Railroads and ancillary facilities associated with the railroad.

(c) Nonresidential farm buildings on farms.

(d) Temporary buildings or sheds used exclusively for construction purposes.

(e) Mobile homes used as temporary offices, except that the provisions of part V (§§553.501-553.513, FS) relating to accessibility by persons with disabilities shall apply to such mobile homes.

(f) Those structures or facilities of electric utilities, as defined in §366.02 Florida Statutes, which are directly involved in the generation, transmission, or distribution of electricity.

(g) Temporary sets, assemblies, or structures used in commercial motion picture or television production, or any sound-recording equipment used in such production, on or off the premises.

(h) Chickees constructed by the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida or the Seminole Tribe of Florida. As used in this paragraph, the term "chickee" means an open-sided wooden hut that has a thatched roof of palm or palmetto or other traditional materials, and that does not incorporate any electrical, plumbing, or other nonwood features.	See above.	
	§101.4.2.1 The Florida Building Code does not apply to, and no code enforcement action shall be brought with respect to, zoning requirements, land use  requirements and owner specifications or programmatic requirements which do not pertain to and govern the design, construction, erection, alteration, modification, repair or demolition of public or private buildings, structures or facilities or to programmatic requirements that do not pertain to enforcement of the Florida Building Code.  Additionally, a local code enforcement agency may not administer or enforce the Florida Building Code, Building to prevent the siting of any publicly owned facility, including, but not limited to, correctional facilities, juvenile justice facilities, or state universities, community colleges, or public education facilities, as provided by law.	Add section 1001.4.2.1 of the FBC as a new section 102.1.1.	
	§101.4.2.2 In addition to the requirements of §§ 553.79 and 553.80 Florida Statutes, facilities subject to the provisions of chapter 395
Florida Statutes and part II of chapter 400 Florida Statutes shall have facility plans reviewed and construction surveyed by the state agency authorized to do so under the requirements of chapter 395 Florida Statutes and part II of chapter 400 Florida Statutes and the certification requirements of the Federal Government.	Add as new section 102.2.2.	
	§101.4.2.3 Residential buildings or structures moved into or within a county or municipality shall not be required to be brought into compliance with the state minimum building code in force at the time the building or structure is moved, provided:	Add as a new section 102.2.3.	
	1. The building or structure is structurally sound and in occupiable condition for its intended use;

2. The occupancy use classification for the building or structure is not changed as a result of the move;

3. The building is not substantially remodeled;

4. Current fire code requirements for ingress and egress are met;

5. Electrical, gas and plumbing systems meet the codes in force at the time of construction and are operational and safe for reconnection; and

6. Foundation plans are sealed by a professional engineer or architect licensed to practice in this state, if required by the Florida Building Code, Building for all residential buildings or structures of the same occupancy class.	See above.	
	§101.4.2.3.1 The building official shall apply the same standard to a moved residential building or structure as that applied to the remodeling of any comparable residential building or structure to determine whether the moved structure is substantially remodeled.
The cost of the foundation on which the moved building or structure is placed shall not be included in the cost of remodeling for purposes of determining whether a moved building or structure has been substantially remodeled.	Add as new section 102.2.4.	
	§101.4.2.4 This section does not apply to the jurisdiction and authority of the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services to inspect amusement rides or the Department of Insurance to inspect state- owned buildings and boilers.	Ad d as new section 102.2.5.	
	§101.4.2.5 Each enforcement district shall be governed by a board, the composition of which shall be determined by the affected localities.  At its own option, each enforcement district or local enforcement agency may promulgate rules granting to the owner of a single-family residence
one or more exemptions from the Florida Building Code relating to:

1. Addition, alteration or repair performed by the property owner upon his or her own property, provided any addition or alteration shall not exceed 1,000 square feet or the square footage of the primary structure, whichever is less.

2. Addition, alteration or repairs by a nonowner within a specific cost limitation set by rule, provided the total cost shall not exceed $5,000 within any 12-month period.

3. Building and inspection fees.

Each code exemption, as defined in this section, shall be certified to the local board 10 days prior to implementation and shall be effective only in the territorial jurisdiction of the enforcement district or local enforcement agency implementing it.	Add as a new section 102.2.6.	
102.5 Partial invalidity. In the event that any part or provision of this code is held to be illegal or void, this shall not have the effect of making void or illegal any of the other parts or provisions.		Delete section.  In conflict with the law.	
102.6 Existing structures. The legal occupancy of any structure existing on the date of adoption of this code shall be permitted to continue without change, except as is specifically covered in this code, the International Property Maintenance
Code or the International Fire Code, or as is deemed necessary by the building official for the general safety and welfare of the occupants and the public.  		102.6 Existing structures. The legal occupancy of any structure existing on the date of adoption of this code shall be permitted to continue without change, except as is specifically covered in this code, the International Property Maintenance Code or the International Florida Fire Prevention  Code, or as is deemed necessary by the building official for the general safety and welfare of the occupants and the public.  	
	Mod 981

101.4.2.3.2 (1) Relocation of an existing manufactured building does not constitute an alteration.  (2) A relocated building shall comply with wind speed requirements of the new location, using the appropriate wind speed map.  If the existing building was manufactured in compliance with the Standard Building Code (prior to March 1, 2002), the wind speed map of the Standard Building Code shall be applicable.  If the existing building was manufactured in compliance with the Florida Building Code (after March 1, 2002), the wind speed map of the Florida Building Code shall be applicable.	Add s.101.4.2.3.2, FBC as a new section 102.7, FBC.	

	SECTION 103 DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING SAFETY	.	

103.1, 103.2, and 103.3		Delete sections due to lack of authority as per FS.	
	SECTION 104 DUTIES AND POWERS OF BUILDING OFFICIAL		
104.1, 104.2, 104.3, 104.4, 104.5, 104.5, 104.6, 104.7, and 104.8  		Delete section due to lack of authority as per FS.  Requirements are covered by FS 468.	
104.10 Modifications		Delete section due to conflict with the law.	
104.11 Alternative materials, design and methods of construction and equipment. The provisions of this code are not intended to prevent the installation of any material or to prohibit
any design or method of construction not specifically prescribed by this code, provided that any such alternative has been approved. An alternative material, design or method of
construction shall be approved where the building official finds that the proposed design is satisfactory and complies with the intent of the provisions of this code, and that the material, method orwork offered is, for the purpose intended, at least the equivalent of that prescribed in this code in quality, strength, effectiveness,
fire resistance, durability and safety.

	§103.7 Alternate materials and methods.

§103.7.1 The provisions of the technical codes are not intended to prevent the use of any material or method of construction not specifically prescribed by them, provided any such alternate has been reviewed by the building official. The building official shall approve any such alternate, provided the building official finds that the alternate for the purpose intended is at least the equivalent of that prescribed in the technical codes in quality, strength, effectiveness, fire resistance, durability and safety. When alternate life safety systems are designed, the "SFPE Engineering Guide to Performance-Based Fire Protection Analysis and Design of Buildings," or other methods approved by the building official may be used. The building official shall require that sufficient evidence or proof be submitted to substantiate any claim made regarding the alternate.

	104.11 Alternative materials, design and methods of construction and equipment. The provisions of this code are not intended to prevent the installation of any material or to prohibit any design or method of construction not specifically prescribed by this code, provided that any such alternative has been approved. An alternative material, design or method of construction shall be approved where the building official finds that the proposed design is satisfactory and complies with the intent of the provisions of this code, and that the material, method or work offered is, for the purpose intended, at least the equivalent of that prescribed in this code in quality, strength, effectiveness, fire resistance, durability and safety.  When alternate life safety systems are designed, the "SFPE Engineering Guide to Performance-Based Fire Protection Analysis and Design of Buildings," or other methods approved by the building official may be used.  The building official shall require that sufficient evidence or proof be submitted to substantiate any claim made regarding the alternate. [Revised 3/2/04]	
	§103.7.2 Accessibility Alternate designs and technologies for providing access to and usability of a facility for persons with disabilities shall be in accordance with §11-2.2.	§104.11.3 Accessibility Alternate designs and technologies for
providing access to and usability of a facility for persons with
disabilities shall be in accordance with §11-2.2.	
	SECTION 105 PERMITS		
105.1.1 Annual permit. In lieu of an individual permit for each alteration to an already approved electrical, gas, mechanical
or plumbing installation, the building official is authorized to issue an annual permit upon application therefor to any person, firm or corporation regularly employing one
or more qualified trade persons in the building, structure or on the premises owned or operated by the applicant for the permit.
	Mod 896
104.1.7 Annual Facility Permit. In lieu of an individual permit for each alteration to an existing electrical, gas, mechanical, plumbing or interior non-structural office system(s), the building official is authorized to issue an annual permit for any Group F occupanciesy to facilitate routine or emergency service, repair, refurbishing, minor renovations of service systems or manufacturing equipment installations/relocations.  The building official shall be notified of major changes and shall retain the right to make inspections at the facility site as deemed necessary.  A facility service permit shall be assessed an annual fee and shall be valid for one year from date of issuance.  A separate permit shall be obtained for each facility and for each construction trade, as applicable.  The permit application shall contain a general description of the parameters of work intended to be performed during the year.	Replace text in 15.1.1, IBC with text from s.104.1.7, FBC.	
	104.1.8 Food Permit. As per §500.12, Florida Statutes, a food permit from the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is required of any person who operates a food establishment or retail store.	Add as new section 105.1.3.	
105.2 Work exempt from permit. Exemptions from permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction. Permits shall not be required for the following:
Building:
1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 120 square feet (11.15 m2).
2. Fences not over 6 feet (1829 mm) high.
3. Oil derricks.
4. Retaining walls which are not over 4 feet (1219 mm) in height measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge or impounding Class I, II or III-A liquids.
5. Water tanks supported directly on grade if the capacity does not exceed 5,000 gallons (18 925 L) and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed 2 to 1.
6. Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches (762 mm) above grade and not over any basement or story below and which are not part of an accessible route.
7. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops and similar finish work.
8. Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery.		Change were made for consistency with Florida Law.  The Commission has no authority to provide for deleted exemptions. [Revised 3/2/04]

105.2 Work exempt from permit. Exemptions from permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this code.
[Remainder of text deleted.]
	
9. Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to a Group R-3 occupancy, as applicable in Section 101.2, which are less than 24 inches (610 mm) deep, do not exceed 5,000 gallons (18 925 L) and are installed entirely above ground.
10. Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes and not including service systems.
11. Swings and other playground equipment accessory to detached one- and two-family dwellings.
12. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall which do not project more than 54 inches (1372 mm) from the exterior wall and do not require additional support of Group R-3, as applicable in Section 101.2, and Group U occupancies.
13. Movable cases, counters and partitions not over 5 feet 9 inches (1753 mm) in height.	.	Same as above.  [Revised 3/2/04]	
Electrical:
Repairs and maintenance: Minor repair work, including the replacement of lamps or the connection of approved portable electrical equipment to approved permanently installed receptacles.
Radio and television transmitting stations: The provisions of this code shall not apply to electrical equipment used for radio and television transmissions, but do apply to equipment and wiring for power supply, the installations
of towers and antennas.
Temporary testing systems: A permit shall not be required for the installation of any temporary system re-quired for the testing or servicing of electrical equipment or apparatus.		Same as above. [Revised 3/2/04]	
Gas:
1. Portable heating appliance.
2. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make such equipment unsafe.
Mechanical:
1. Portable heating appliance.
2. Portable ventilation equipment.
3. Portable cooling unit.
4. Steam, hot or chilled water piping within any heating or cooling equipment regulated by this code.
5. Replacement of any part which does not alter its approval or make it unsafe.
6. Portable evaporative cooler.
7. Self-contained refrigeration system containing 10 pounds (4.54 kg) or less of refrigerant and actuated by motors of 1 horsepower (746 W) or less. 		Same as above. [Revised 3/2/04]

Mechanical:
1. Portable heating appliance.
2. Portable ventilation equipment.
3. Portable cooling unit.
4. Steam, hot or chilled water piping within any heating or cooling equipment regulated by this code.
5. Replacement of any part which does not alter its approval or make it unsafe.
6. Portable evaporative cooler.
7. Self-contained refrigeration system containing 10 pounds (4.54 kg) or less of refrigerant and actuated by motors of 1 horsepower (746 W) or less.
8. The installation replacement, removal or metering of any load management control device.	
Plumbing:
1. The stopping of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste or vent pipe provided, however, that if any concealed trap, drain pipe, water, soil, waste or vent pipe becomes defective and it becomes necessary to remove and replace the same with new material, such work shall be considered as new work and a permit shall be obtained and inspection made as provided in this code.
2. The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves or fixtures, and the removal and reinstallation of water closets, provided such repairs do not involve or require the replacement or rearrangement of valves, pipes or fixtures.		Same as above. [Revised 3/2/04]

Plumbing:
1. The stopping of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste or vent pipe provided, however, that if any concealed trap, drain pipe, water, soil, waste or vent pipe becomes defective and it becomes necessary to remove and replace the same with new material, such work shall be considered as new work and a permit shall be obtained and inspection made as provided in this code.
2. The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves or fixtures, and the removal and reinstallation of water closets, provided such repairs do not involve or require the replacement or rearrangement of valves, pipes or fixtures.	
105.2 Work exempt from permit. 
Building:...
11. Swings and other playground equipment accessory to detached one- and two-family dwellings.
	Mod 548
101.4.2.6 This section does not apply to swings and other playground equipment accessory to a one or two-family dwelling.

EXCEPTION:  Electrical service to such playground equipment shall be in accordance with Chapter 27 of this code.	Do not consider 101.4.2.6, FBC since it is already covered by s.105.2, IBC.    	
105.2.2 Repairs. Application or notice to the building official is not required for ordinary repairs to structures, replacement of lamps or the connection of approved portable electrical equipment to approved permanently installed receptacles.  Such repairs shall not include the cutting away of any wall, partition or portion thereof, the removal or cutting of any structural beam or load-bearing support, or the removal
or change of any required means of egress, or rearrangement of parts of a structure affecting the egress requirements; nor shall ordinary repairs include addition to, alteration of, replacement or relocation of any standpipe,
water supply, sewer, drainage, drain leader, gas, soil, waste, vent or similar piping, electric wiring or mechanical or other work affecting public health or general safety.	Mod 560

104.1.4 Minor repairs. Ordinary minor repairs may be made with the approval of the building official without a permit, provided that the repairs do not include the cutting away of any wall, partition or portion thereof, the removal or cutting of any structural beam or load-bearing support, or the removal or change of any required means of egress, or rearrangement of parts of a structure affecting the egress requirements; additionally, ordinary minor repairs shall not include addition to, alteration of, replacement or relocation of any standpipe, water supply, sewer, drainage, drain leader, gas, soil, waste, vent or similar piping, electric wiring systems or mechanical equipment or other work affecting public health or general safety, and such repairs shall not violate any of the provisions of the technical codes.  
	Replace text in s.105.2.2, IBC with the text from FBC (s.104.1.4). 	
105.2.3 Public service agencies. A permit shall not be required for the installation, alteration or repair of generation, transmission, distribution or metering or other related equipment that is under the ownership and control of public service agencies by established right.		Delete 105.2.3 due to lack of authority.  [Revised 3/2/04]	
105.3 Application for permit. To obtain a permit, the applicant shall first file an application therefor in writing on a form furnished by the department of building safety for that purpose.		Proposed changes were made for consistency with Florida Statutes. [Revised 3/2/04]

105.3 Application for permit. To obtain a permit, the applicant shall first file an application therefor in writing on a form furnished by the department of building department safety for that purpose.	
Such application shall:
1. Identify and describe the work to be covered by the permit for which application is made.
2. Describe the land on which the proposed work is to be done by legal description, street address or similar description that will readily identify and definitely locate the proposed building or work.
3. Indicate the use and occupancy for which the proposed work is intended.
4. Be accompanied by construction documents and other information as required in Section 106.3.
5. State the valuation of the proposed work.
6. Be signed by the applicant, or the applicant’s authorized agent. 
7. Give such other data and information as required by the building official.
		Proposed changes were made for consistency with Florida Statutes. [Revised 3/2/04]

Permit application forms shall be in the format prescribed by a local administrative board, if applicable, and must comply with the requirements of 713.135(6)&(7), Florida Statutes.  Such application shall:
1. Identify and describe the work to be covered by the permit for which application is made.
2. Describe the land on which the proposed work is to be done by legal description, street address or similar description that will readily identify and definitely locate the proposed building or work.
3. Indicate the use and occupancy for which the proposed work is intended.
4. Be accompanied by construction documents and other information as required in Section 106.3.
5. State the valuation of the proposed work.
6. Be signed by the applicant, or the applicant’s authorized agent. 
7. Give such other data and information as required by the building official.	
		See above.

Each application shall be inscribed with the date of application, and the code in effect as of that date.  For a building permit for which an application is submitted prior to the effective date of the Florida Building Code, the state minimum building code in effect in the permitting jurisdiction on the date of the application governs the permitted work for the life of the permit and any extension granted to the permit.	
105.3.1 Action on application. The building official shall examine or cause to be examined applications for permits and amendments thereto within a reasonable time after filing.
If the application or the construction documents do not conform to the requirements of pertinent laws, the building official shall reject such application in writing, stating the
reasons therefor. If the building official is satisfied that the proposed work conforms to the requirements of this code and laws and ordinances applicable thereto, the building official shall issue a permit therefor as soon as practicable.
	§104.4.1.1 The building official shall act upon an application for a
permit without unreasonable or unnecessary delay.  If the building
official is satisfied that the work described in an application for a
permit and the contract documents filed therewith conform to the
requirements of the technical codes and other pertinent laws and
ordinances, he shall issue a permit to the applicant.  When authorized
through contractual agreement with school board, in acting on
applications for permits, the building official shall give first
priority to any applications for the construction of, or addition or
renovation to, any school or educational facility.

	105.3.1 Action on application. The building official shall examine or cause to be examined applications for permits and amendments thereto within a reasonable time after filing.
If the application or the construction documents do not conform to the requirements of pertinent laws, the building official shall reject such application in writing, stating the reasons therefor. If the building official is satisfied that the proposed work conforms to the requirements of this code and laws and ordinances applicable thereto, the building official shall issue a permit therefor as soon as practicable.  When authorized through contractual agreement with school board, in acting on applications for permits, the building official shall give first priority to any applications for the construction of, or addition or renovation to, any school or educational facility.	
	§104.4.1.2 If a state university, state community college, or public
school district elects to use a local government's code enforcement
offices, fees charged by counties and municipalities for enforcement of the Florida Building Code on buildings, structures, and facilities of state universities, state colleges, and public school districts shall not be more than the actual labor and administrative costs incurred for plans review and inspections to ensure compliance with the code.	Add as a new section 105.3.1.1.	
	§104.4.1.3 No permit may be issued for any building construction,
erection, alteration, modification, repair, or addition unless the
applicant for such permit provides to the enforcing agency which issues the permit any of the following documents which apply to the construction for which the permit is to be issued and which shall be prepared by or under the direction of an engineer registered under chapter 471 Florida Statutes:	Add as a new section 105.3.1.2.	
	1. Electrical documents for any new building or addition which requires an aggregate service capacity of 600 amperes (240 volts) or more on a residential electrical system or 800 amperes (240 volts) or more on a commercial or industrial electrical system and which costs more than $50,000.

2. Plumbing documents for any new building or addition which requires a plumbing system with more than 250 fixture units or which costs more than $50,000.

3. Fire sprinkler documents for any new building or addition which includes a fire sprinkler system which contains 50 or more sprinkler heads. A Contractor I, Contractor II, or Contractor IV, certified under §633.521, may design a fire sprinkler system of 49 or fewer heads and may design the alteration of an existing fire sprinkler system if the alteration consists of the relocation, addition or deletion of not more than 49 heads, notwithstanding the size of the existing fire sprinkler system.	Same as above.	
	4. Heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning documents for any new building or addition which requires more than a 15-ton-per-system capacity which is designed to accommodate 100 or more persons or for which the system costs more than $50,000. This paragraph does not include any document for the replacement or repair of an existing system in which the work does not require altering a structural part of the building or for work on a residential one-family, two-family, three-family or four-family structure.	Same as above.	
	An air-conditioning system may be designed by an installing air-
conditioning contractor certified under Chapter 489, Florida Statutes to serve any building or addition which is designed to accommodate fewer than 100 persons and requires an air-conditioning system with value of $50,000 or less; and when a 15-ton-per system or less is designed for a singular space of a building and each 15-ton system or less has an independent duct system.  Systems not complying with the above require design documents that are to be sealed by a professional engineer.	Same as above.	
	Example 1: When a space has two 10-ton systems with each having an independent duct system, the contractor may design these
two systems since each unit (system) is less than 15 tons.
Example 2: Consider a small single story office building which consists of 6 individual offices where each office has a single three-ton package air conditioning heat pump.
The six heat pumps are connected to a single water cooling tower.  The cost of the entire heating,   ventilation and air conditioning work is $47,000 and the office building accommodates fewer than 100 persons.  Because the six mechanical units are connected to a common water tower this is considered to be an 18-ton system.  It therefore could not be designed by a mechanical or air conditioning contractor.

NOTE: It was further clarified by the Commission that the limiting criteria of 100 persons and $50,000 apply to the building occupancy load and the cost for the total air-conditioning system of the building.	Same as above.	
	5. Any specialized mechanical, electrical, or plumbing document for any new building or addition which includes a medical gas, oxygen, steam, vacuum, toxic air filtration, halon, or fire detection and alarm  system which costs more than $5,000.

Documents requiring an engineer seal by this part shall not be valid unless a professional engineer who possesses a valid certificate of registration has signed, dated, and stamped such document as provided in §471.025 Florida Statutes.	Same as above.	
	§104.4.1.4 An enforcing authority may not issue a building permit for any building construction, erection, alteration,  modification, repair or addition unless the permit either includes on its face or there is attached to the permit the following statement:  "NOTICE:  In addition
 to the requirements of this permit, there may be additional restrictions applicable to this property that may be found in the public records of this county, and there may be additional permits required from other governmental entities such as water management districts, state agencies, or federal agencies."	Add as a new section 105.3.3.	
	§104.4.1.5 A building permit for a single-family residential dwelling must be issued within 30 working days of application therefor unless unusual circumstances require a longer time for processing the application or unless the permit application fails to satisfy the Florida Building Code or the enforcing agency's laws or ordinances.	Add as a new section 105.3.4.	
	§104.4.3 Identification of minimum premium policy. Except as otherwise provided in Chapter 440, Workers' Compensation, every employer shall, as a condition to receiving a building permit, show proof that it has secured  compensation for its employees as provided in §§ 440.10 and 440.38, Florida Statutes.	Add as a new section 105.3.5.	
	§104.4.4 Asbestos Removal. Moving, removal or disposal of asbestos- containing materials on a residential building where the owner occupies the building, the building is not for sale or lease, and the work is
performed according to the owner-builder limitations provided in this paragraph.  To qualify for exemption under this paragraph, an owner must personally appear and sign the building permit application.  The permitting agency shall provide the person with a disclosure statement in substantially the following form:	Add as a new section 105.3.6.	
	Disclosure Statement
State law requires asbestos abatement to be done by licensed
contractors.  You have applied for a permit under an exemption to that law.  The exemption allows you, as the owner of your property, to act as your own asbestos abatement contractor even though you do not have a license.  You must supervise the construction yourself.  You may move, remove or dispose of asbestos-containing materials on a residential building where you occupy the building and the building is not for sale or lease, or the building is a farm outbuilding on your property.  If you sell or lease such building within 1 year after the asbestos abatement is complete, the law will presume that you intended to sell or lease the property at the time the work was done, which is a violation of this exemption.  You may not hire an unlicensed person as your contractor.  Your work must be done according to all local, state and federal laws and regulations which apply to asbestos abatement projects.  It is your responsibility to make sure that people employed by you have licenses required by state law and by county or municipal licensing ordinances.	Same as above.	
	§104.1.9 Notice of Commencement. As per §713.135 Florida Statutes, when any person applies for a building permit, the authority issuing such permit shall print on the face of each permit card in no less than 18- point, capitalized, boldfaced type:  "WARNING TO OWNER:  YOUR FAILURE TO RECORD A NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT MAY RESULT IN YOUR PAYING TWICE FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO YOUR PROPERTY.  IF YOU INTEND TO OBTAIN FINANCING, CONSULT WITH YOUR LENDER OR AN ATTORNEY BEFORE RECORDING YOUR NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT."	Add as new section 105.8.	
	§104.1.10 Asbestos. The enforcing agency shall require each building
permit for the demolition or renovation of an existing structure to contain an asbestos notification statement which indicates the owner's or operator's responsibility to comply with the provisions of §469.003 Florida Statutes and to notify the Department of Environmental Protection of her or his intentions to remove asbestos, when applicable, in accordance with state and federal law.	Add as a new section 105.9.	
105.3 Application for permit. To obtain a permit, the applicant shall first file an application therefor in writing on a form
furnished by the department of building safety for that purpose. Such application shall:
1. Identify and describe the work to be covered by the permit for which application is made.
2. Describe the land on which the proposed work is to be done by legal description, street address or similar description that will readily identify and definitely locate the proposed building or work.
3. Indicate the use and occupancy for which the proposed work is intended.
4. Be accompanied by construction documents and other information as required in Section 106.3.
5. State the valuation of the proposed work.
6. Be signed by the applicant, or the applicant’s authorized agent.
7. Give such other data and information as required by the building official.
	§104.1.5 Information required. Each application for a permit, with the required fee, shall be filed with the building official on a form furnished for that purpose and shall contain a general description of the
proposed work and its location.  The application shall be signed by the owner or his authorized agent.  The building permit application shall indicate the proposed occupancy of all parts of the building and of that portion of the site or lot, if any, not covered by the building or
structure and shall contain such other information as may be required by the building official.  Permit application forms shall be in the format prescribed by a local administrative board, if applicable, and must comply with the requirements of §713.135(6) & (7) Florida Statutes.  Each application shall be inscribed with the date of application, and the code in effect as of that date.  For a building permit for which an application is submitted prior to the effective date of the Florida Building Code, the state minimum building code in effect in the permitting jurisdiction on the date of the application governs the permitted work for the life of the permit and any extension granted to the permit.	105.3 Application for permit. To obtain a permit, the applicant shall first file an application therefor in writing on a form
furnished by the department of building safety for that purpose in.  Permit application forms shall be in the format prescribed by a local administrative board, if applicable, and must comply with the requirements of §713.135(6) & (7). Such application shall:
1. Identify and describe the work to be covered by the permit for which application is made.
2. Describe the land on which the proposed work is to be done by legal description, street address or similar description that will readily identify and definitely locate the proposed building or work.
3. Indicate the use and occupancy for which the proposed work is intended.
4. Be accompanied by construction documents and other information as required in Section 106.3.
5. State the valuation of the proposed work.
6. Be signed by the applicant, or the applicant’s authorized agent.
7. Give such other data and information as required by the building official.

[See below.]	
		Each application shall be inscribed with the date of application, and the code in effect as of that date.  For a building permit for which an application is submitted prior to the effective date of the Florida Building Code, the state minimum building code in effect in the permitting jurisdiction on the date of the application governs the permitted work for the life of the permit and any extension granted to the permit.	
	§104.2.6 Certificate of Protective Treatment for prevention of
termites. A weather resistant jobsite posting board shall be provided to receive duplicate Treatment Certificates as each required protective treatment is completed, providing a copy for the person the permit is issued to and another copy for the building permit files.  The Treatment
Certificate shall provide the product used, identity of the applicator, time and date of the treatment, site location, area treated, chemical used, percent concentration and number of gallons used, to establish a verifiable record of protective treatment.  If the soil chemical barrier method for termite prevention is used, final exterior treatment shall be
completed prior to final building approval.	Add as new section 105.10.	
	§104.2.7 Notice of termite protection. A permanent sign which identifies the termite treatment provider and need for re-inspection and treatment contract renewal shall be provided. The sign shall be posted near the water heater or electric panel.	Add as new section 105.11.	
	§104.5.4 Work starting before permit issuance. Upon approval of the building official, the scope of work delineated in the building permit application and plan may be started prior to the final approval and issuance of the permit, provided any work completed is entirely at risk of the permit applicant and the work does not proceed past the first required inspection.	Add as a new section 105.12.	
	§104.5.2 Permit issued on basis of an affidavit. Whenever a permit is issued in reliance upon an affidavit or whenever the work to be covered by a permit involves installation under conditions which, in the opinion of the building official, are hazardous or complex, the building official shall require that the architect or engineer who signed the affidavit or prepared the drawings or computations shall supervise such work.  In addition, they shall be responsible for conformity to the permit, provide copies of inspection reports as inspections are performed, and upon completion make and file with the building official written affidavit that the work has been done in conformity to the reviewed plans and with the structural provisions of the technical codes.  In the event such architect or engineer is not available, the owner shall employ in his stead a competent person or agency whose qualifications are reviewed by the building official.  The building official shall ensure that any person conducting plans review is qualified as a plans examiner under part XII of chapter 468, Florida Statutes and that any person conducting inspections is qualified as a building inspector under Part III of chapter 468,
Florida Statutes.	Add 104.5.2 of the 2001 FBC as a new section 105.13 IBC for consistency with Florida Statutes. [Revised 3/2/04]	
	SECTION 106 CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS		
106.1 Sumittal documents. Construction documents, special inspection and structural observation programs, and other data
shall be submitted in one or more sets with each application for a permit. The construction documents shall be prepared by a registered design professional where required by the statutes of the jurisdiction in which the project is to be constructed. Where
special conditions exist, the building official is authorized to require additional construction documents to be prepared by a
registered design professional.	Mod 702
104.2.2 Design professional. If the design professional is an architect or engineer legally registered under the laws of this state regulating the practice of architecture as   provided for in FS Chapter 481, Part II, or engineering as provided for in FS Chapter 471 then he/she shall affix his/her official seal to said drawings, specifications and accompanying data, as required by Florida Statute.  If the design professional is a landscape architect registered under the laws of this state regulating the practice of landscape architecture as provided for in F.S. 481, Part II, then he/she shall affix his/her seal to said drawings as defined in s. 481.303(6)(a), (b), (c), and (d), F. S.	Add s. 104.2.2, FBC as a new sub-paragraph under s. 106.1, IBC and revise 106.1 as indicated. 

[Revised 1/13/04]

Revised 3/2/04 to use the definition for landscape architect from FS 481 Part II.	
	§104.2.1.1 For roof assemblies required by the code, the construction documents shall illustrate, describe, and delineate the type of roofing system, materials, fastening requirements, flashing requirements and wind resistance rating that are required to be installed.  Product evaluation and installation shall indicate compliance with the wind criteria required for the specific site or a statement by an architect
or engineer for the specific site must be submitted with the
construction documents.	Add as new section 106.1.1.2.	
	EXCEPTIONS:

1. Building plans approved pursuant to §553.77(6) Florida Statutes and state-approved manufactured buildings are exempt from local codes enforcing agency plan reviews except for provisions of the code relating to erection, assembly or construction at the site. Erection, assembly and construction at the site are subject to local permitting and inspections.

2. Industrial construction on sites where design, construction and fire safety are supervised by appropriate design and inspection professionals and which contain adequate in-house fire departments and rescue squads is exempt, subject to local government option, from review of plans and inspections, providing owners certify that applicable codes and standards have been met and supply appropriate approved drawings to local building and fire-safety inspectors.	Add as exceptions to section 106.3 of the IBC.	
	§104.3.1.1 Minimum plan review criteria for buildings. The
examination of the documents by the building official shall include the following minimum criteria and documents; a floor plan, site plan, foundation plan, floor/roof framing plan or truss layout and all exterior elevations:	Add as a new section 106.3.5.	
	Commercial Buildings:

Building

1. Site Requirements
   parking
   fire access
   vehicle loading
   driving/turning radius
   fire hydrant/water supply/Post        Indicator Valve (PIV)
   set back/separation (assumed        property lines)
   location of specific tanks,     water lines and sewer lines

2. Occupancy group and special occupancy requirements shall be determined.

3. Minimum type of construction shall be determined (Table 500)	Same as above.	
	4. Fire resistant construction requirements shall include the following components:
fire resistant separations
fire resistant protection for type of construction protection of openings and penetrations of rated walls fire blocking and draftstopping calculated fire resistance

5. Fire suppression systems shall include:early warning smoke evacuation systems schematic fire sprinklers standpipes pre-engineered systems riser diagram	Same as above.	
	6. Life Safety systems shall be determined and shall include the
following requirements:
occupant load and egress capacities
early warning
smoke control
stair pressurization
systems schematic

7. Occupancy Load/Egress Requirements shall include
occupancy load
  gross
  net
means of egress
  exit access
  exit
  exit discharge
stairs construction/geometry and protection
doors
emergency lighting and exit signs
specific occupancy requirements
  construction requirements
  horizontal exits/exit     passageways	Same as above.	
	8. Structural requirements shall include:
soil conditions/analysis
termite protection
design loads
wind requirements
building envelope
structural calculations (if required)
foundation
wall systems
floor systems
roof systems
threshold inspection plan
  stair systems	Same as above.	
	9.  Materials shall be reviewed and shall at a minimum include the following:
wood
steel
aluminum
concrete
plastic
glass
masonry
gypsum board and plaster
insulating (mechanical)
roofing
insulation

10. Accessibility requirements shall include the following:
site requirements
accessible route
vertical accessibility
toilet and bathing facilities
drinking fountains
equipment
special occupancy requirements
fair housing requirements

11. Interior requirements shall include the following:
interior finishes (flame spread/smoke develop)
light and ventilation
sanitation	Same as above.	
	12. Special systems
    elevators
    escalators
    lifts

13. Swimming Pools
    barrier requirements
    spas
    wading pools	Same as above.	
	Electrical

1. electrical
   wiring
   services
   feeders and branch circuits
   overcurrent protection
   grounding
   wiring methods and materials
     GFCIs

2. Equipment

3. Special Occupancies

4. Emergency Systems

5. Communication Systems

6. Low-voltage

7. Load calculations	Same as above.	
	Plumbing

1. Minimum plumbing facilities

2. Fixture requirements

3. Water supply piping

4. Sanitary drainage

5. Water heaters

6. Vents

7. Roof drainage

8. Back flow prevention

9. Irrigation

10. Location of water supply line

11. Grease traps

12. Environmental requirements

13. Plumbing riser	Same as above.	
	Mechanical

1. Energy calculations

2. Exhaust systems
     clothes dryer exhaust
     kitchen equipment exhaust
     specialty exhaust systems

3. Equipment

4. Equipment location

5. Make-up air

6. Roof-mounted equipment

7. Duct systems

8. Ventilation

9. Combustion air

10. Chimneys, fireplaces and vents

11. Appliances

12. Boilers

13. Refrigeration

14. Bathroom ventilation

15. Laboratory	Same as above.	
	Gas

1. Gas piping

2. Venting

3. Combustion Air

4. Chimneys and vents

5. Appliances

6. Type of gas

7. Fireplaces

8. LP tank location

9. Riser diagram/shut-offs	Same as above.	
	Demolition

1. Asbestos removal	Same as above.	
	Residential (One-and Two-Family):
    Building

1. Site requirements
    set back/separation (assumed         property lines)
    location of septic tanks

2. fire resistant construction (if required)

3. fire

4. smoke detector locations

5. Egress
    egress window size and       location
    stairs construction requirements

6. Structural requirements shall include:
  wall section from foundation     through roof, including
   assembly and materials
  connector tables
  wind requirements
  structural calculations (if     required)

7. Accessibility requirements:
   show/identify accessible bath	Same as above.	
	§104.3.1.2 Exemptions. Plans examination by the building official shall not be required for the following work:

1. Replacing existing equipment such as mechanical units, water heaters, etc.

2. Re-roofs

3. Minor electrical, plumbing and mechanical repairs

4. Annual maintenance permits

5. Prototype plans
except for local site adaptions, siding, foundations and/or modifications.
except for structures that require waiver.	Same as above.	
	Mod 981

6. Manufactured Buildings plan except for foundations and modifications of buildings on site.	 Same as above.	
106.3.3 Phased approval. The building official is authorized to issue a permit for the construction of foundations or any other part of a building or structure before the construction documents for the whole building or structure have been submitted, provided that adequate information and detailed statements have been filed complying with pertinent requirements of this code. The holder of such permit for the foundation or other parts of a building or structure shall proceed at the holder’s own risk with the building operation and without assurance that a permit for the entire structure will be granted.	Mod 452
Phased permit approval.  After submittal of the appropriate construction documents, the building official is authorized to issue a permit for the construction of foundations or any other part of a building or structure before the construction documents for the whole building or structure have been submitted.  The holder of such permit for the foundation or other parts of a building or structure shall proceed at the holder’s own risk with the building operation and without assurance that a permit for the entire structure will be granted.  Corrections may be required to meet the requirements of the technical codes.	Replace text in s.106.3.3, IBC with text from FBC. 	
 106.3.4 Design professional in responsible charge.
 106.3.4.1 General. When it is required that documents be prepared by a registered design professional, the building official shall be authorized to require the owner to engage and designate on the building permit application a registered design professional who shall act as the registered design professional in responsible charge. If the circumstances require, the owner shall designate a substitute registered design professional in responsible charge who shall perform the duties required of the original registered design professional in responsible charge. The building official shall be notified in writing by the owner if the registered design professional in responsible charge is changed or is unable to continue to perform the duties.
 The registered design professional in responsible charge shall be responsible for reviewing and coordinating submittal documents prepared by others, including phased and deferred submittal items, for compatibility with the design of the building.
 Where structural observation is required by Section 1709, the inspection program shall name the individual or firms who are to perform structural observation and describe the stages of construction at which structural observation is to occur (see also duties specified in Section 1704).		Delete 3/2/04 due to lack of authority and because 1709 has been deleted.	
 106.3.4.2 Deferred submittals. For the purposes of this section, deferred submittals are defined as those portions of the design that are not submitted at the time of the application and that are to be submitted to the building official within a specified period.
 Deferral of any submittal items shall have the prior approval of the building official. The registered design professional in responsible charge shall list the deferred submittals on the construction documents for review by the building official.
 Documents for deferred submittal items shall be submitted to the registered design professional in responsible charge who shall review them and forward them to the building official with a notation indicating that the deferred submittal documents have been reviewed and been found to be in general conformance to the design of the building. The deferred submittal items shall not be installed until the design and submittal documents have been approved by the building official.		See above.	
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS. Written, graphic and pictorial documents prepared or assembled for describing the 
design, location and physical characteristics of the elements of a project necessary for obtaining a building permit.	Mod 452
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS.  Written, graphic and pictorial documents prepared or assembled for describing the design, location and physical characteristics of a project necessary for obtaining a building permit.	No change needed.  Text in both codes are identical.	
106.3.4 Design professional in responsible charge.
106.3.4.1 General. When it is required that documents be prepared by a registered design professional, the building official shall be authorized to require the owner to engage and designate on the building permit application a registered design professional who shall act as the registered design professional in responsible charge. If the circumstances require, the owner shall designate a substitute registered design professional in responsible charge who shall perform the duties required of the original registered design professional in responsible charge. The building official shall be notified in writing by the owner if the registered design professional in responsible charge is changed or is unable to continue to perform the duties.
The registered design professional in responsible charge shall be responsible for reviewing and coordinating submittal documents prepared by others, including phased and deferred submittal items, for compatibility with the design of the building.
Where structural observation is required by Section 1709, the inspection program shall name the individual or firms who are to perform structural observation and describe the stages of construction at which structural observation is to occur (see also duties specified in Section 1704).		Recommend deleting 106.3.4 of the IBC due to lack of authority and the fact that s 1709 is proposed for deletion. [Revised 3/2/04]	
106.3.4.2 Deferred submittals. For the purposes of this section, deferred submittals are defined as those portions of the design that are not submitted at the time of the application and that are to be submitted to the building official within a specified period.		Recommend deleting 106.3.4 of the IBC due to lack of authority and the fact that s 1709 is proposed for deletion. [Revised 3/2/04]	
Deferral of any submittal items shall have the prior approval of the building official. The registered design professional in responsible charge shall list the deferred submittals on the construction documents for review by
the building official.
Documents for deferred submittal items shall be submitted to the registered design professional in responsible charge who shall review them and forward them to the building official with a notation indicating that the deferred submittal documents have been reviewed and been found to be in general conformance to the design of the building. The deferred submittal items shall not be installed until the design and submittal documents have been approved by the building official.		Same as above. [Revised 3/2/04]	
	§104.2.2.1 Certifications by contractors authorized under the
provisions of §489.115(4)(b) Florida Statutes shall be considered equivalent to sealed plans and specifications by a person licensed under chapter 471 Florida Statutes or chapter 481 Florida Statutes by local enforcement agencies for plans review for permitting purposes
relating to compliance with the wind resistance provisions of the code or alternate methodologies approved by the Florida Building Commission for one-and two-family dwellings.  Local enforcement agencies may rely upon such certification by contractors that the plans and specifications submitted conform to the requirements of the code for
wind resistance.  Upon good cause shown, local government code
enforcement agencies may accept or reject plans sealed by persons
licensed under chapters 471, 481 or 489, Florida Statutes.	Add as new section 106.3.4.3.	
	§104.3.2 Affidavits. The building official may accept a sworn affidavit from a registered architect or engineer stating that the plans submitted conform to the technical codes.  For buildings and structures, the affidavit shall state that the plans conform to the laws as to egress, type of construction and general arrangement and, if accompanied by drawings, show the structural design and that the plans and design conform to the requirements of the technical codes as to strength, stresses, strains, loads and stability.  The building official may without any examination or inspection accept such   affidavit, provided the architect or engineer who made such affidavit agrees to submit to the building official copies of inspection reports as inspections are performed and upon completion of the structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing systems a certification that the structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system has been erected in accordance with the requirements of the technical codes. Where the building official relies upon such affidavit, the architect or engineer shall assume full responsibility for compliance with all provisions of the technical codes and other pertinent laws or ordinances.  	Add s.104.3.2 of the 2002 FBC as a new section 106.6 IBC for consistency with Florida statutes. [Revised 3/2/04]	
	The building official shall ensure that any person conducting plans review is qualified as a plans examiner under part XII of chapter 468, Florida Statutes, and that any person conducting inspections is qualified as a building inspector under part XII of chapter 468, Florida Statutes.	Same as above.  [Revised 3/2/04]	
107.3		Reference: replace “ICC Electrical Code” with “Chapter 27 of the Florida Building Code, Building”. 	
	SECTION 108 FEES		
108.1Payment of fees. A permit shall not be valid until the fees prescribed by law have been paid, nor shall an amendment to a
permit be released until the additional fee, if any, has been paid.
	§104.6.1 Prescribed fees. A permit shall not be issued until fees authorized under s.  553.80 Florida Statutes have been paid.  Nor shall an amendment to a permit be released until the additional fee, if any, due to an increase in the estimated cost of the building, structure, electrical, plumbing, mechanical or gas systems, has been paid.	Replace text in 108.1 with the text from 104.6.1.	
108.3 Building permit valuations. The applicant for a permit shall provide an estimated permit value at time of application.
Permit valuations shall include total value of work, including materials and labor, for which the permit is being issued, such
as electrical, gas, mechanical, plumbing equipment and permanent systems. If, in the opinion of the building official, the valuation
is underestimated on the application, the permit shall be denied, unless the applicant can show detailed estimates to meet the approval of the building official. Final building permit valuation shall be set by the building official.		Delete due to lack of statutory authority. 	
108.4Work commencing before permit issuance. Any person who commences any work on a building, structure, electrical,
gas, mechanical or plumbing system before obtaining the necessary permits shall be subject to a fee established by the building
official that shall be in addition to the required permit fees.
	104.6.2 Work commencing before permit issuance. Any person who
commences any work on a building, structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system before obtaining the building official's approval or the necessary permits shall be subject to a penalty of 100 percent of the usual permit fee in addition to the required permit fees.	Replace text of 108.4 with text from 104.6.2.	
108.5 Related fees. The payment of the fee for the construction, alteration, removal or demolition for work done in connection to or concurrently with the work authorized by a building permit shall not relieve the applicant or holder of the permit from the payment of other fees that are prescribed by law.
108.6 Refunds. The building official is authorized to establish a refund policy.		Recommend deleting this section.  Provisions regarding fees and refunds is outside the scope Chapter 1 of the Code. [Revised to delete 3/2/04]	
	SECTION 109 INSPECTION		
109.3 Required inspections. The building official, upon notification, shall make the inspections set forth in Sections 109.3.1 through 109.3.10.
.
	§105.6 Required inspections. The building official upon notification from the permit holder or his agent shall make the following inspections, and shall either release that portion of the construction or shall notify the permit holder or his agent of any violations which must be corrected in order to comply with the technical codes. The building official shall determine the timing and sequencing of when inspections occur and what elements are inspected at each inspection.	Replace text in 109.3 with text from 105.6.	
109.3.1 Footing and foundation inspection. Footing and foundation inspections shall be made after excavations for footings are complete and any required reinforcing steel is in place. For concrete foundations, any required forms shall be in place prior to inspection. Materials for the foundation
shall be on the job, except where concrete is ready mixed in accordance with ASTM C 94, the concrete need not be on
the job.
	Building
  1. Foundation inspection:  To be made after trenches are excavated and forms erected and shall at a minimum include the following building components:

• stem-wall

• monolithic slab-on-grade

• piling/pile caps

• footers/grade beams	Replace 109.3.1 with text from FBC.

[Revised to add reinforcing 3/2/04]
	
109.3.2 Concrete slab and under-floor inspection. Concrete slab and under-floor inspections shall be made after in-slab or under-floor reinforcing steel and building service equipment, conduit, piping accessories and other ancillary
equipment items are in place, but before any concrete is placed or floor sheathing installed, including the subfloor.
	2. Framing inspection:  To be made after the roof, all framing,
fireblocking and bracing is in place, all concealing wiring, all pipes, chimneys, ducts and vents are complete and shall at a minimum include the following building components:

• window/door framing

• vertical cells/columns

• lintel/tie beams

• framing/trusses/bracing/connectors

• draft stopping/fire blocking

• curtain wall framing

• energy insulation

• accessibility.	Replace 109.3.2 with text from FBC.	
109.3.3 Lowest floor elevation. In flood hazard areas, upon placement of the lowest floor, including the basement, and
prior to further vertical construction, the elevation certification required in Section 1612.5 shall be submitted to the
building official.
	3. Sheathing inspection:  To be made either as part of a dry-in
inspection or done separately at the request of the contractor after all roof and wall sheathing and fasteners are complete and shall at a minimum include the following building components:

• roof sheathing

• wall sheathing

• sheathing fasteners

• roof/wall dry-in.

4. Roofing inspection: Shall at a minimum include the following building components:

• dry-in

• insulation

• roof coverings

• flashing.	Replace 109.3.3 with text from FBC.	
109.3.4 Frame inspection. Framing inspections shall be made after the roof deck or sheathing, all framing, fireblocking and bracing are in place and pipes, chimneys
and vents to be concealed are complete and the rough electrical, plumbing, heating wires, pipes and ducts are approved.

	5. Final inspection:  To be made after the building is completed and ready for occupancy.

6. Swimming pool inspection:

• First inspection to be made after excavation and installation of reinforcing steel, bonding and main drain and prior to placing of concrete.

• Final inspection to be made when the swimming pool is complete and all required enclosure requirements are in place.

• In order to pass final inspection and receive a certificate of completion, a residential swimming pool must meet the requirements relating to pool safety features as described in §424.2.17.

7. Demolition Inspections:

• First inspection to be made after all utility connections have been disconnected and secured in such manner that no unsafe or unsanitary conditions shall exit during or after demolition operations.

• Final inspection to be made after all demolition work is completed.	Replace 109.3.4 with text from FBC.	
	Mod 981
8.  The building department shall inspect construction of foundations; connecting buildings to foundations; installation of parts identified on plans as site installed items, joining the modules, including utility crossovers; utility connections from the building to utility lines on site; and any other work done on site which requires compliance with the Florida Building Code.  Additional inspections may be required for public educational facilities.  See section 423.27.20.	Add as a new language to the above section.	
109.3.5 Lath and gypsum board inspection. Lath and gypsum board inspections shall be made after lathing and
gypsum board, interior and exterior, is in place, but before any plastering is applied or gypsum board joints and fasteners
are taped and finished.
Exception: Gypsum board that is not part of a fire-resistance- rated assembly or a shear assembly.

	Electrical
  1. Underground inspection:  To be made after trenches or ditches are excavated, conduit or cable installed, and before any backfill is put in place.

2. Rough-In inspection: To be made after the roof, framing, fireblocking and bracing is in place and prior to the installation of wall or ceiling membranes.

3. Final inspection: To be made after the building is complete, all required electrical fixtures are in place and properly connected or protected, and the structure is ready for occupancy.	Replace 109.3.5 with FBC text.	

109.3.6 Fire-resistant penetrations. Protection of joints and penetrations in fire-resistance-rated assemblies shall
not be concealed from view until inspected and approved.
	Plumbing
  1. Underground inspection:  To be made after trenches or ditches are
excavated, piping installed, and before any backfill is put in place.

2. Rough-In inspection: To be made after the roof, framing, fireblocking and bracing is in place and all soil, waste and vent piping is complete, and prior to this installation of wall or ceiling membranes.

3. Final inspection: To be made after the building is complete, all plumbing fixtures are in place and properly connected, and the structure is ready for occupancy.

NOTE: See §P312 of the Florida Building Code, Plumbing for required tests.	Same as above.	

109.3.7 Energy efficiency inspections. Inspections shall be made to determine compliance with Chapter 13 and shall
include, but not be limited to, inspections for: envelope insulation R andUvalues, fenestrationUvalue, duct system R
value, and HVAC and water-heating equipment efficiency.
	Mechanical
  1. Underground inspection:  To be made after trenches or ditches are
excavated, underground duct and fuel piping installed, and before any backfill is put in place.

2. Rough-In inspection: To be made after the roof, framing, fire blocking and bracing are in place and all ducting, and other concealed components are complete, and prior to the installation of wall or ceiling membranes.

3. Final inspection: To be made after the building is complete, the mechanical system is in place and properly connected, and the structure is ready for occupancy.	Same as above.	

109.3.8 Other inspections. In addition to the inspections specified above, the building official is authorized to make or require other inspections of any construction work to ascertain compliance with the provisions of this code and other laws that are enforced by the department of building safety.
	Gas
  1. Rough piping inspection:  To be made after all new piping authorized by the permit has been installed, and before any such piping has been covered or concealed or any fixtures or gas appliances have been connected.

2. Final piping inspection: To be made after all piping authorized by the permit has been installed and after all portions which are to be concealed by plastering or otherwise have been so concealed, and before any fixtures or gas appliances have been connected. This inspection shall include a pressure test.

3. Final inspection: To be made on all new gas work authorized by the permit and such portions of existing systems as may be affected by new work or any changes, to insure compliance with all the requirements of this code and to assure that the installation and construction of the gas system is in accordance with reviewed plans.	Same as above.	
.109.3.9 Special inspections. For special inspections, see
Section 1704.		Change section number to 109.3.2.	
109.3.10 Final inspection. The final inspection shall be made after all work required by the building permit is completed.		Change section number to 109.3.3.	
	§105.11 Termites. Building components and building surroundings required to be protected from termite damage in accordance with §1503.4.4, §1804.6.2.7, §1916.7.5, §2303, §2304 or §2603.3, specifically required to be inspected for termites in accordance with §2116, or required to have chemical soil treatment in accordance with §1816 shall not be covered or concealed until the release from the building official has been received.	Add as a new section 109.3.4.	
	§105.12 Shoring. For threshold buildings, shoring and associated formwork or falsework shall be designed and inspected by a Florida Licensed Professional Engineer, employed by the permit holder or subcontractor, prior to any required mandatory inspections by the Threshold Building Inspector.	Add as a new section 109.3.5.	
	§105.13 Threshold Building

§105.13.1 The enforcing agency shall require a special inspector to perform structural inspections on a threshold building pursuant to a structural inspection plan prepared by the engineer or architect of record. The structural inspection plan must be submitted to the enforcing agency prior to the issuance of a building permit for the construction of a threshold building. The purpose of the structural inspection plans is to provide specific inspection procedures and schedules so that the building can be adequately inspected for compliance with the permitted documents.	Add as a new section 109.3.6.  Change 105.13.1 to 109.3.6.1.	
	§105.13.2 The special inspector shall inspect the shoring and reshoring for conformance to the shoring and reshoring plans submitted to the enforcing agency.  A fee simple title owner of a building which does not
meet the minimum size, height, occupancy, occupancy classification or number-of-stories criteria which would result in classification as a
threshold building under §553.71(7) Florida Statutes, may designate
such building as a threshold building, subject to more than the minimum  number of inspections required by the Florida Building Code, Building.	Add as a new section 109.3.6.2	
	§105.13.3 The fee owner of a threshold building shall select and pay all costs of employing a special inspector, but the special inspector shall be responsible to the enforcement agency.  The inspector shall be a person
certified, licensed or registered under chapter 471 Florida Statutes as an engineer or under chapter 481 Florida Statutes as an architect.	Add as a new section 109.3.6.3.	
	§105.13.4 Each enforcement agency shall require that, on every threshold building:

§105.13.4.1 The special inspector, upon completion of the building and prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy, file a signed and sealed statement with the enforcement agency in substantially the following form: "To the best of my knowledge and belief, the above described construction of all structural load-bearing components complies with the permitted documents, and the shoring and reshoring conforms to the shoring and reshoring plans submitted to the enforcement agency."

§105.13.4.2 Any proposal to install an alternate structural product or system to which building codes apply be submitted to the enforcement agency for review for compliance with the codes and made part of the enforcement agency's recorded set of permit documents.

§105.13.4.3 All shoring and reshoring procedures, plans and details be submitted to the enforcement agency for recordkeeping. Each shoring and reshoring installation shall be supervised, inspected and certified to be in compliance with the shoring documents by the contractor.	Renumber 105.13.4 as 109.3.6.4.
Renumber 105.13.4.1 as 109.3.6.4.1.
Renumber 105.13.4.2 as 109.3.6.4.2.
Renumber 105.13.4.3 as 109.3.6.4.3.	
	§105.13.4.4 All plans for the building which are required to be signed and sealed by the architect or engineer of record contain a statement
that, to the best of the architect's or engineer's knowledge, the plans
and specifications comply with the applicable minimum building codes and the applicable fire-safety standards as determined by the local authority in accordance with this section and 633 Florida Statutes.	Renumber 105.13.4.4 as 109.3.6.4.4.	
	§105.13.5 No enforcing agency may issue a building permit for
construction of any threshold building except to a licensed general contractor, as defined in §489.105(3)(a) Florida Statutes, or to a licensed building contractor, as defined in §489.105(3)(b) Florida
Statutes, within the scope of her or his license.  The named contractor to whom the building permit is issued shall have the responsibility for supervision, direction, management and control of the construction activities on the project for which the building permit was issued.	Renumber 105.13.5 as 109.3.6.5.	
	§105.13.6 The building department may allow a special inspector to
conduct the minimum structural inspection of threshold buildings required by this code, §553.73, FS., without duplicative inspection by the building department.  The building official is responsible for ensuring that any person conducting inspections is qualified as a building inspector under part XII of chapter 468, Florida Statutes, or certified as a special inspector under chapter 471 or chapter 481, Florida Statutes.
Inspections of threshold buildings required by §553.79(5), Florida Statute, are in addition to the minimum inspections required by this code.	Renumber 105.13.6 as 109.3.6.6.	
	SECTION 110 CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY	No change.	
	SECTION 111 SERVICE UTILITIES	No change.	
	SECTION 112 BOARD OF APPEALS	Delete due to lack of statutory authority.	
	SECTION 113 VIOLATIONS	Delete due to lack of statutory authority.	
	SECTION 114 STOP WORK ORDER	No change.	
	SECTION 115 UNSAFE STRUCTURES AND EQUIPMENT	Delete due to lack of statutory authority.	
	CHAPTER 2 DEFINITIONS		
	SECTION 201 GENERAL		
201.3 Terms defined in other codes. Where terms are not defined in this code and are defined in the International Fuel Gas
Code, InternationalFire Code, International Mechanical Code or International Plumbing Code, such terms shall have the meanings ascribed to them as in those codes.	§201.3 Words not defined. Words not defined herein shall have the meanings stated in the Florida Building Code, Plumbing, Mechanical and Fuel Gas, or the Florida Fire Prevention Code. Words not defined in the Florida Building Codes, shall have the meanings in Webster's Third New International Dictionary of the English Language, Unabridged current New Collegiate Dictionary, as revised.
	Replace text in 201.3, IBC with text from 201.3, FBC.  Revised [1/12/04]	

	§201.4 Accessibility. See Chapter 11 for definitions pertaining to accessibility.

§201.5 Energy. See Chapter 13 for definitions pertaining to energy.	Add as ss. 201.5 and 201.6.	
	SECTION 202 DEFINITIONS		
AGRICULTURAL, BUILDING. A structure designed and constructed to house farm implements, hay, grain, poultry, livestock or other horticultural products. This structure shall not be a place of human habitation or a place of employment where agricultural products are processed, treated or packaged, nor shall it be a place used by the public.		Delete [1/21/04]	
	ACCESSIBLE. Having access to but which first may require the removal of a panel, door or similar covering of the item described. See "Readily Accessible."

APPLICABLE GOVERNING BODY. A city, county, state, state agency or other political government subdivision or entity authorized to administer and enforce the provisions of this code, as adopted or amended. Also applies to administrative authority.

BURIAL CHAMBER MAUSOLEUM. A family mausoleum consisting of 6 or fewer casket placement crypts plus a chamber to be used for loading of caskets from the interior of the mausoleum which is not below the level of the ground and which is substantially exposed above ground.

CHAPEL MAUSOLEUM. A mausoleum for the public that has heat or air conditioning, with or without a committal area or office.

CIRCULAR STAIRS. A stairway with steps that result in a sweeping circular or curved pattern, but not spiral stairs.	Add as new definitions.	
	COLUMBARIUM. A permanent structure consisting of niches.

COMPANION CRYPT. A permanent chamber in a mausoleum for the containment of human remains of more than one individual.

COMMISSION. Means the Florida Building Commission created by this part.

CRYPT. A permanent chamber in a mausoleum for the containment of human remains.

DALLE GLASS. A decorative composite glazing material made of individual pieces of glass which are embedded in a cast matrix of concrete or epoxy.

DAY-CARE HOME. A building or a portion of a building in which more than 3 but not more than 12 clients receive care, maintenance, and supervision, by other than their relative(s) or legal guardian(s), for less than 24 hr per day.

DAY-CARE OCCUPANCY. A building or a portion of a building in which more than 12 clients receive care, maintenance, and supervision, by other than their relative(s) or legal guardian(s), for less than 24 hr per day.	Add as new definitions.	
	DECORATIVE CEMENTITIOUS COATING. A skim coat, as defined in ASTM C 926, of portland cement based plaster applied to concrete or masonry surfaces intended for cosmetic purposes.	Add as a new definition.	
	ENGINEER. A Florida-registered engineer.

ENFORCEMENT AGENCY.

Local enforcement agency. Means an agency of local government with authority to make inspections of buildings and to enforce the codes which establish standards for design, construction, erection, alteration, repair, modification or demolition of public or private buildings, structures or facilities.

State enforcement agency. Means the agency of state government with authority to make inspections of buildings and to enforce the codes, as required by this part, which establish standards for design, construction, erection, alteration, repair, modification or demolition of public or private buildings, structures or facilities.

FAMILY DAY-CARE HOME. A family day-care home is a day-care home in which more than 3 but fewer than 7 clients receive care, maintenance, and supervision by other than their relative(s) or legal guardian(s) for less than 24 hr per day with no more than 2 clients incapable of self-preservation.	Add as new definitions.	
	FLEXIBLE PLAN BUILDINGS. Buildings used for day-care homes which have movable corridor walls and movable partitions of full-height construction with doors leading from rooms to corridors.

FLOATING RESIDENTIAL UNIT. Means a structure primarily designed or constructed as a living unit, built on a floating base, which is not designed primarily as a vessel, is not self-propelled although it may be towed about from place to place, and is primarily intended to be anchored or otherwise moored in a fixed location.

FLOOR FIRE DOOR ASSEMBLY. A combination of a fire door, a frame, hardware, and other accessories, installed in a horizontal plane, which together provide a specific degree of fire protection to a through opening in a fire rated floor.

GARDEN MAUSOLEUM. A mausoleum for the public built without heat or air conditioning but may contain an open-air committal area.

HABITABLE SPACE. A space in a structure for living, sleeping, eating or cooking. Bathrooms, toilet compartments, closets, halls, screen enclosures, storage or utility space, and similar areas are not considered habitable space.	Add as new definitions.	
	HEATING. See Chapter 28 of the Florida Building Code, Building and the Florida Building Code, Mechanical.

HEIGHT, THRESHOLD BUILDING. The height of the building is at the mean distance between the eaves and the ridge of the roofing structure. If the distance from grade to the line which is the mean distance between the eaves and the ridge of the roofing structure is more than 50 feet, the building is to be considered a "threshold building" within the contemplation of the Threshold Building Act.

HIGH VELOCITY HURRICANE ZONE. This zone consists of Broward and Dade counties.

INSULATING CONCRETE FORM (ICF). A concrete forming system using stay-in-place forms of rigid foam plastic insulation, a hybrid of cement and foam insulation, a hybrid of cement and wood chips, or other insulating material for constructing cast-in-place concrete walls.	Add as new definitions.	
	MATERIAL CODE VIOLATION. A material code violation is a violation that exists within a completed building, structure or facility which may reasonably result, or has resulted, in physical harm to a person or significant damage to the performance of a building or its systems.

MATERIAL VIOLATION. As defined in Florida Statutes.

MAUSOLEUM. A permanent structure or building which is substantially exposed above the ground and is intended for the interment, entombment, or inurnment of human remains.

NON-VISITATION CRYPT MAUSOLEUM. A mausoleum for the public where the crypts are not accessible to the public.

NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE (NOA). The approval document, indicating compliance with the Florida Building Code, Building issued by Miami-Dade County Product Control Division for construction products and assemblies. All items requiring product approval in the High Velocity Hurricane Zone must first obtain a NOA before they are installed or before a building permit is issued.

OPEN PLAN BUILDINGS. Buildings used for day-care homes which have rooms and corridors delineated by tables, chairs, desks, bookcases, counters, low-height [maximum 5-ft (1.5-m)] partitions, or similar furnishings.	Add as new definitions.

Revised to delete NOA.  3/2/04.

	PLANS. All construction drawings and specifications for any structure necessary for the building official to review in order to determine whether a proposed structure, addition or renovation will meet the requirements of this code and other applicable codes.

RESIDENT SLEEPING UNIT. A single unit providing sleeping facilities for one or more persons. Resident sleeping units can also include permanent provisions for living, eating and sanitation, but do not include kitchen facilities.

RETAINING WALL, SEGMENTAL. A retaining wall formed of modular block units stacked dry without mortar.

SCREEN ENCLOSURE. A building or part thereof, in whole or in part self-supporting, and having walls of insect screening with or without removable vinyl or acrylic wind break panels and a roof of insect screening, plastic, aluminum or similar lightweight material.

SELF-PRESERVATION. A client who is capable of self-preservation is one who can evacuate the building without direct intervention by a staff member.

SEPARATE ATMOSPHERE. The atmosphere that exists between rooms, spaces, or areas that are separated by an approved smoke barrier.	Add as new definitions.	
	SPIRAL STAIRS. A stairway with steps that have a central connecting point, and the travel path is a corkscrew or spiral.

STREET. Any public thoroughfare, street, avenue, boulevard or space more than 20 ft (6096 mm) wide which has been dedicated or deeded for vehicular use by the public and which can be used for access by fire department vehicles.

THRESHOLD BUILDING. In accordance with Florida Statute, any building which is greater than 3 stories or 50 feet in height, or which has an assembly occupancy classification that exceeds 5,000 square feet in area and an occupant content of greater than 500 persons.

WALKWAY, COVERED. A roofed, unobstructed walkway connecting buildings and used as a means of travel by persons and where less than 50 percent of the perimeter is enclosed and the maximum width perpendicular to the direction of travel is less than 30 ft (9144 mm).

WALKWAY, ENCLOSED. A roofed, unobstructed walkway connecting buildings and used as a means of travel by persons and where 50 percent or more of the perimeter is enclosed and the maximum width perpendicular to the direction of travel is less than 30 ft (9144 mm).	Add as new definitions.	
	Mod 990
AWNING: Any rigid or movable (retractable) roof-like structure, cantilevered, or otherwise entirely supported from a building.  An awning is comprised of a lightweight rigid or removable skeleton structure over which an approved cover is attached.	Add as a new definition.	

CANOPY. An architectural projection that provides weather protection, identity or decoration and is supported by the building
to which it is attached and at the outer end by not less than one stanchion. A canopy is comprised of a rigid structure over
which a covering is attached.
	Mod 990
CANOPY: Any fixed roof-like structure, not movable like an awning, and which is cantilevered in whole or in part self-supporting, but having no side walls or curtains other than valances not more than 18 inch deep.  Lean-to canopies, fixed umbrellas and similar structures are included in this classification. Structures having side walls or valances more than 18 inch deep shall be classified as a tent as set forth herein.	Replace definition of “Canopy”, IBC with definition of “Canopy”, FBC.	
	Mod 460
EVALUATION REPORT. A report indicating compliance with the provisions of the Standard Building Code(c) as analyzed by the Evaluation Committee of SBCCI PST & ESI 	No change needed.  The IBC does not define “Evaluation Report”.	
	Mod 990
FABRIC COVERED FRAMEWORK, (FCF): A non-pressurized structure which is composed of a rigid framework to support tensioned membrane or fabric which provides the weather barrier.

FRAMEWORK: A skeletal or structural frame; an openwork  frame structure.

Mod 703
Landscape Architect. A Florida registered Landscape Architect.	Add as new definitions.	
STAIR. A change in elevation, consisting of one or more risers.

	Mod 488
Stair. A change in elevation consisting of one or more risers.	No change needed.  Same text.	
	SMOKE LAYER INTERFACE. The theoretical boundary between a smoke layer and the smokefree air.	Add as a new definition.	
“Active Fault/Active Fault Trace”
“Attachment Seismic”
“Base”
“Basic Seismic-Force -Resisting Systems”
“Design Earthquake”
“Designated Seismic System”
“Displacement”
“Displacement Resistant System”
“Effective Damping”
“Hazardous Contents”
“Inverted Pendulum-Type Structures”
“Isolation Interface”
“Isolation Joint”
“Isolation system”
“Isolator Unit”  
“Load”
“Maximum Considered Earthquake”
“Nonbuilding Structure”
“Seismic Design Category”
“Seismic Force Resisting System”
“Seismic Forces”
“Seismic Response Coefficient”
“Seismic Use Group”
“Shear Wall-Frame Interactive System”
“Story Drift Ratio”  		Delete definitions  specific to seismic. 	
CHAPTER 3 USE AND OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION	CHAPTER 3 USE AND OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION		
Table 302.3.2		Delete reference to I-4 and add D to E 3/2/04.	
SECTION 303 ASSEMBLY GROUP A	SECTION 304 ASSEMBLY GROUP A		
303.1.1 Nonaccessory assembly use. A building or tenant space used for assembly purposes by less than 50 persons shall be considered a Group B occupancy.	§304.2.3 Restaurants and drinking establishments not located within
another occupancy with an occupant load of less than 50 persons shall be classified as Group M, Mercantile.	Replace entire text of IBC 303.1.1 with FBC 304.2.3 as revised [1/21/04]	
SECTION 304 BUSINESS GROUP B	SECTION 305 BUSINESS GROUP B		
	§305.1.5 Sections §423(1) and §423(2) are applicable to State
University Systems.	Add s. 305.1.5 as new section 304.2.	
SECTION 305 EDUCATIONAL OCCUPANCY - GROUP E	SECTION 306 EDUCATIONAL OCCUPANCY - GROUP E		
305.2 Day Care.		Deleted for consistency with Florida Fire Prevention Code 3/2/04.	
	§306.1.5 Public Education Occupancies shall comply with section §423.	Add s. 306.1.5 as new section 305.3.	
SECTION 307 HIGH - HAZARD GROUP H	SECTION 308 HAZARDOUS OCCUPANCY - GROUP H		
	4. Mercantile occupancies offering for retail sale sparklers, novelties and trick noisemakers as defined at Section 791.01, Florida Statutes, and that are not defined as fireworks by Chapter 791, Florida Statutes.  Storage of sparklers and other novelties or trick noisemakers as defined in Chapter 791, Florida Statutes, within Mercantile Occupancies shall be in accordance with Section 791.055, Florida Statutes.	Add Item #4 as a new Item #16 under section 307.9.	
Table 307.7(1) Foot notes e & i; Table 307.7(2) Footnotes f & h; s. 307.2 Definition “Hazardous Materials”; 307.9.		Change  reference from the “International Fire Code” to the “Florida Fire Prevention Code”.    	
SECTION 308 INSTITUTIONAL GROUP I			
SS. 308.2, 308.3, 308.5		Change reference from the “International Residential Code” to the “Florida Residential Code”.	
308.5 Group I-4		Deleted for consistency with the Florida Fire Prevention Code 3/2/04.	
SECTION 309 MERCANTILE GROUP M	SECTION 310 MERCANTILE OCCUPANCY - GROUP M		
	Restaurants and drinking establishments not located within another occupancy with an occupant load of less than 50 persons.

	Add as revise [1/21/04]
 “Restaurants and drinking establishments not located within another occupancy with an occupant load of less than 50 persons.” as a new item under the list of Mercantile occupancies.	
SECTION 310 RESIDENTIAL GROUP R			
S. 310.1		Change reference from the “International Residential Code” to the “Florida Residential Code”.	
	SECTION 313 DAY-CARE OCCUPANCY - GROUP D		
	SECTION 313
DAY-CARE OCCUPANCY - GROUP D

§313.1 Scope. Group D occupancy is the use of a building or structure, or any portion thereof, in which 4 or more clients receive care, maintenance and supervision, by other than their relative(s) or legal guardian(s), for less than 24 hours per day. Occupancies that include part-day preschools, kindergartens and other schools whose purpose is primarily educational even though the children are of preschool age shall comply with the provisions for Group E occupancies.

§313.2 Subclassifications. Day-care occupancies in which more than 12 clients receive care, maintenance and supervision, by other than their relative(s) or legal guardian(s), for less than 24 hours per day shall be classified as day-care occupancies. Day-care occupancies of 12 or fewer clients shall be classified as day-care homes and shall be divided into classifications as set forth in this section.	Add as a new section 313.	
	§313.2.1 Family Day-Care Home. A family day-care home is a day-care home in which more than 3 but fewer than 7 clients receive care, maintenance and supervision by other than their relative(s) or legal guardian(s) for less than 24 hr per day with no more than 2 clients incapable of self-
preservation.

§313.2.2 Group Day-
Care Home. A group day-care home is a day-care home in which at least 7 but not more than 12 clients receive care, maintenance, and supervision by other than their relative(s) or legal guardian(s) for less than 24 hr per day with no more than 3 clients incapable of self-preservation.

§313.2.3 Adult Day-Care. Adult day-care shall include any building or portion thereof used for less than 24 hr per day to house more than three adults requiring care, maintenance and supervision by other than their relative(s). Clients shall be ambulatory or semi-ambulatory and shall not be bedridden. They shall not exhibit behavior that is harmful to themselves or others.	Same as above.	
	§313.2.4 Group D occupancies. Group D occupancies shall include, among
others, the following:

Child day-care occupancies
Adult day-care occupancies, except where part of a health care occupancy
Nursery schools
Day-care homes
Kindergarten classes that are incidental to a child day-care occupancy

In cases where care is incidental to some other occupancy, the section of this code governing such other occupancy shall apply.	Same as above.	
CHAPTER 4 SPECIAL DETAILED REQUIREMENTS BASED ON USE AND OCCUPANCY	CHAPTER 4 SPECIAL OCCUPANCY		
	§401.2 Additional Design Criteria.

§401.2.1 Scope. In addition to the provisions of this chapter, the following special occupancies, standards, requirements and codes shall conform to the following sections.

  §419:Hospitals and Intermediate Residential Treatment Facilities
  §420:Nursing Homes
  §421:Ambulatory Surgical Centers
  §422:Birthing Centers
  §423:Public Education Occupancy
  §424:Swimming Pools and Bathing Places
  §425:Public Lodging Establishments
  §426:Public Food Service Establishments
  §427:Mental Health Programs
  §428:Manufactured Buildings
  §429:Boot Camps for Children
  §430:Mausoleums and Columbariums
  §431:Transient Public Lodging Establishments
  §432:Use of Asbestos in New Public Buildings or Buildings Newly
Constructed for Lease to Government Entities - Prohibition
  §433:Adult Day Care
  §434:Assisted Living Facilities
  §435:Control of Radiation Hazards
  Chapter 30: Elevators and 	Add 401.2, FBC as a new section 401.2, IBC.  	
	Conveying Systems
  §3107:Structures Seaward of a Coastal Construction Control Line
  §3109:Flood Resistant Construction
  §3401.5:Special Historic Buildings	Same as above.	
	§401.2.2 General. Where in any specific case, §419 through §435 specify different materials, methods of construction, design criteria or other requirements than found in this code, the requirements of §419 through §435 shall be applicable.	Add s. 401.2.2, FBC as new section 401.2.2, IBC. 	
	§401.2.3 Reference Standards. Further information concerning the requirements for licensing, maintenance, equipment or other items not related to design and construction may be obtained for all state codes, rules and standards from the State of Florida Bureau of Administrative Codes.	Add s. 401.2.3, FBC as new section 401.2.3, IBC. 	
Section 402 Covered Mall Buildings	Mod 454

413.7 Occupancy
    413.7.1 Covered mall buildings shall be classified as Group M occupancies and may contain accessory uses consisting of Group A, B, D, E or R occupancies. Individual accessory uses within a covered mall building shall not exceed the sprinklered area  limitation and shall not be located at a height greater than that permitted for such occupancy group in the type construction being used. The aggregate area of  all accessory uses within a covered mall building shall not exceed 25 percent of the gross leasable area. 	Add s.413.7.1. FBC as a new section 402.1.1, IBC.	
402.4.6 Service areas fronting on exit passageways. Mechanical rooms, electrical rooms, building service areas and service elevators are permitted to open directly into exit passageways provided that the exit passageway is separated from such rooms with 1-hour fire-resistance-rated walls and 1-hour opening protectives.
		Note:  Revise 402.4.6 as noted for consistency with NFPA 101 s 36.4.4.3.7.
402.4.6 Service areas fronting on exit passageways. Mechanical rooms, electrical rooms, building service areas and service elevators are permitted to open directly into exit passageways provided that the exit passageway is separated from such rooms with 1-hour fire-resistance-rated walls and 1-hour opening protectives. Such rooms or areas shall be protected by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system in accordance with 9.7.1.1(1) 903; however, the exceptions in NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems, that permit the omission of sprinklers from such rooms shall not be permitted.	
SECTION 403 HIGH-RISE BUILDINGS	SECTION 412 HIGH RISE BUILDING		
	§412.1.4 Accessibility. For accessibility provisions related to Group B and R occupancies, refer to §11-5, §11-7, §11-9, and §11-11.	Add 412.1.4 as new section 403.1.1.	
Section 403 High-Rise Buildings

403.3 Reduction in fire-resistance rating. The fire-resistance-rating reductions listed in Sections 403.3.1 and 403.3.2 shall be allowed in buildings that have sprinkler control valves equipped with supervisory initiating devices and water-flow initiating devices for each floor.

403.3.1 Type of construction. The following reductions in the minimum construction type allowed in Table 601 shall be allowed as provided in Section 403.3:
1. Type IA construction shall be allowed to be reduced to Type IB.
2. In other than Groups F-1, M and S-1, Type IB construction shall be allowed to be reduced to Type IIA.
3. The height and area limitations of the reduced construction type shall be allowed to be the same as for the original construction type.
	SECTION 412
HIGH RISE BUILDINGS

§412.1 Scope

§412.1.1 These requirements shall apply to all buildings having floor surfaces used for human occupancy located more than 75 ft (22.9 m) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access. All buildings having floor surfaces used for human occupancy located more than 75 ft (22.9 m) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access shall be provided with an approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with §412.10.

§412.11 Modifications permitted. When a complete approved automatic sprinkler system complying with §412.10 is provided, the following modifications of code requirements are acceptable:

6. In Type I construction the fire resistance of partitions, columns,
trusses, girders, beams and floors may be reduced by 1 hour, but no
component or assembly shall be less than 1 hour.	Please note that s.412 is not limited to Groups B and R occupancies.  This section was revised under the FBC to make it applicable to all high rise buildings.

Revise s. 403.3.1, IBC for consistency with s. 412.11, FBC as follows:   

403.3.1 Type of construction. The following reductions in the minimum construction type allowed in Table 601 shall be allowed as provided in Section 403.3:
1. Type IA construction shall be allowed to be reduced to Type IB.
2. In other than Groups F-1, M and S-1, Type IB construction shall be allowed to be reduced to Type II. In Type I-A construction the fire resistance ratings of partitions, columns, trusses, girders, beams and floors may be reduced by 1 hour, but no component or assembly shall be less than 1 hour.
3. The height and area limitations of the reduced construction type shall be allowed to be the same as for the original construction type.	
403.14 Seismic considerations. For seismic considerations, see Chapter 16.		Delete not applicable to Florida.	
		Add as a new Section 403.15 to read as follows.
Smoke control shall be accordance with s. 909.  [Revised 1/13/04]	
SECTION 404 ATRIUMS			
S. 404.2		Change reference from the “International Fire Code” to the “Florida Fire Prevention Code”.	
404.2 Use. The floor of the atrium shall not be used for other than low  fire hazard uses and only approved materials and decorations in accordance with the  International Fire Code shall be used in the atrium space.  

Exception: The atrium floor area is permitted to be used for low  fire hazard uses any approved use where the individual space  entire building is provided with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1. 
		Note:  Revise 404.2 as noted for consistency with NFPA 101 s 8.6.7.

404.2 Use. The floor of the atrium shall not be used for other than low  fire hazard uses and only approved materials and decorations
in accordance with the Florida  International Fire Prevention Code shall be used in the atrium space.  

Exception: The atrium floor area is permitted to be used for low  and ordinary fire hazard uses any approved use where the individual space  entire building is provided protected with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1. 	
404.3Automatic sprinkler protection. An approved automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout the entire building.
Exceptions:
1. That area of a building adjacent to or above the atrium need not be sprinklered provided that portion of the building is separated from the atrium portion by a 2-hour fire barrier wall or horizontal assembly or both.
2. Where the ceiling of the atrium is more than 55 feet (16 764 mm) above the floor, sprinkler protection at the ceiling of the atrium is not required.
		Note:  Revise 404.3 for consistency with NFPA 101 s 8.6.7(4) as noted.
404.3Automatic sprinkler protection. An approved automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout the entire building.
Exceptions:
1. That area of a building adjacent to or above the atrium need not be sprinklered provided that portion of the building is separated from the atrium portion by a 2-hour fire barrier wall or horizontal assembly or both.
2. Where the ceiling of the atrium is more than 55 feet (16 764 mm) above the floor, sprinkler protection at the ceiling of the atrium is not required.	
SECTION 405			
 [F] 405.3 Automatic sprinkler system. The highest level of exit discharge serving the underground portions of the building and all levels below shall be equipped with an automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1. Water-flow switches and control valves shall be supervised in accordance with Section 903.4.		Replace entire text of s. 405.3 with text from NFPA 101 s  11.7.3.4 as modified.
[1/21/04]
11.7.3.4 Underground and limited access structures, and all areas and floor levels traversed in traveling to the exit discharge, shall be protected by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903  9.7, unless such structures meet one of the following criteria:
(1) They have an occupant load of 50 or fewer persons in new underground or limited access portions of the structure.
(2) They have an occupant load of 100 or fewer persons in existing underground or limited access portions of the structure.
(3) The structure is a single-story underground or limited access structure that is permitted to have a single exit per this code Chapter 12 through Chapter 42, with a common path of
travel not greater than 15 m (50 ft).	
Section 406 Motor-Vehicle-Related Occupancies   			
ss. 406.4.2, 406.5.1, 406.6.1, 406.6.3, 406.6.5.		Change reference from the “International Mechanical Cod and the International Fire Code” to the “Florida Mechanical Code and the Florida Fire Prevention Code” as applicable.	
406.5 Motor fuel-dispensing facilies. 	Mod 978
404.3.4 Pumps or other dispensing devices installed above grade shall be mounted on a concrete foundation and protected against vehicle damage by mounting on a concrete island or other approved collision protection. Subsurface pumps shall be installed in accordance with approved standards.	Add s 404.3.4, FBC as a new section 406.5.3, IBC.	
406.6.1 General. Repair garages shall be constructed in accordance with the Internationa Florida Fire Prevention Code and this section.
		Note:  Revise 406.6.1 as noted.
406.6.1 General. Repair garages shall be constructed in accordance with the Internationa Florida Fire Prevention Code and this section.	
SECTION 409 MOTION PICTURE PROJECTION ROOMS			
s. 409.3		Change reference from the “International Mechanical Code” to the “Florida Mechanical Code”. 	
SECTION 410 STAGES AND PLATFORMS			
s. 410.3.6		Change reference from the “International Fire Code” to the “Florida Fire Prevention Code”.	
SECTION 411 SPECIAL AMUSEMENT BUILDINGS			
411.1 General. Special amusement buildings having an occupant load of 50 or more shall comply with the requirements for the appropriate Group A occupancy and this section. Amusement buildings having an occupant load of less than 50 shall comply with the requirements for Group B occupancy and this section.
Exception: Amusement buildings or portions thereof that are without walls or a roof and constructed to prevent the accumulation
of smoke.
For flammable decorative material, see the International Fire Code.		Change reference from the “International Fire Code” to the “Florida Fire Prevention Code”.
Revised 3/2/04 as follows:
411.1 General. Special amusement buildings having an occupant load of 50 or more shall comply with the requirements for the appropriate Group A occupancy and this section. Amusement buildings having an occupant load of less than 50 shall comply with the requirements for Group B occupancy and this section. Special amusement buildings, regardless of occupant load, shall meet the requirements for assembly occupancies in addition to the requirements of section 411.
Exception: special amusement buildings that are multilevel play structures not more than 3050 mm (120 in.) In height and have aggregate horizontal projections not exceeding 15 m2 (160 ft2).
Exception: Amusement buildings or portions thereof that are without walls or a roof and constructed to prevent the accumulation
of smoke.
For flammable decorative material, see the International Fire Code.	
[F] 411.3Automatic fire detection. Special amusement buildings shall be equipped with an automatic fire detection system in accordance with Section 907.		Revised 3/2/04 to read as follows:
411.3Automatic fire detection.   Where the nature of the special amusement building is such that it operates in reduced lighting levels, sSpecial amusement buildings shall be equipped with an automatic fire detection system in accordance with Section 907.	
[F] 411.4 Automatic sprinkler system. Special amusement buildings shall be equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1. Where
the special amusement building is temporary, the sprinkler water supply shall be of an approved temporary means.
Exception: Automatic fire sprinklers are not required where the total floor area of a temporary special amusement building is less than 1,000 square feet (93 m2) and the travel
distance from any point to an exit is less than 50 feet (15 240 mm).		Revise exception as follows 3/2/04:
Exception: Automatic fire sprinklers are not required where the total floor area of a temporary special amusement building is less than 1,000 square feet (93 m2) and the travel
distance from any point to an exit is less than 50 feet (15 240 mm).  Special amusement buildings or structures do not exceed 3050 mm (120 in) in height and do not exceed 15 m2 (160 ft2) in aggregate horizontal projection.	
SECTION 412 AIRCRAFT-RELATED OCCUPANCIES 			
s.412.4		Change reference from the “International Mechanical Cod or the International Fire Code” to the “Florida Mechanical Code or  the Florida Fire Prevention Code” as applicable.	
SECTION 413 COMBUSTIBLE STORAGE			
s. 413.1		Change reference from the “International Fire Code” to the “Florida Fire Prevention Code”.

413.1 General. High-piled stock or rack storage in any occupancy group shall comply with the International Florida Fire Prevention Code.	
SECTION 414 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS			
s.414.1, 414.2, 414.3, 414.5, Table 414.2.4, Table 414.5.1, 414.6.		Change reference from the “International Mechanical Cod, the International Fire Code or the ICC Electrical Code” to the “Florida Mechanical Code,  the Florida Fire Prevention Code or  Chapter 27 of the Florida Building Code, Building ” as applicable.	
SECTION 415 GROUPS H-1, H-2, H-3, H-4, AND H-5			
s. 415.1, 415.3, 415.3.1, 415.7, Table 415.3.1, Table 415.3.2, 415.7.1.4, 415.7.2, 415.7.3, 415.7.3.5, 415.7.4, 415.9, 415.9.2.7, 415.9.5, 415.9.7.2		Change reference from the “International Mechanical Code, the International Fire Code, the ICC Electrical Code or the International Plumbing Code” to the “Florida Mechanical Code,  the Florida Fire Prevention Code,  Chapter 27 of the Florida Building Code, Building or the Florida Plumbing Code” as applicable.	
SECTION 416 APPLICATION OF FLAMMABLE FINISHES			
s.416.1, 416.3		Change reference from the “International Mechanical Code, the International Fire Code or the ICC Electrical Code” to the “Florida Mechanical Code,  the Florida Fire Prevention Code or  Chapter 27 of the Florida Building Code, Building ” as applicable.	
	SECTION 419 HOSPITALS	Add as a new section 419 Hospitals
Revised 3/2/04 
Throughout this Section replace reference “Chapter 4A-44" with “Chapter 69A-44".
	
	§419.1 Scope

§419.1.1 Hospitals shall comply with the following design and construction standards as described herein and shall have plans reviewed and construction surveyed by the state agency authorized to do so by Chapter 553.80(1)(c), Florida Statutes (F.S.).

NOTE: For project submission and fee requirements, codes and standards for existing facilities, and other administrative, licensure and programmatic provisions for hospitals, see Agency for Health Care Administration [AHCA] Chapter 59A-3, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.) and Chapter 395, .F.S.	Same as above.	
	§419.2 Codes and Standards for the Design and Construction of General, Rehabilitative, and Psychiatric Hospitals.

§419.2.1 Except as modified and required by this Section of the Code, Chapter 59A-3 F.A.C. or by Chapter 395 F.S., all new hospitals and all additions, alterations or renovations to existing hospitals and all detached outpatient facilities of a hospital, shall also be in compliance with the following codes and standards on the effective date of the Code:

§419.2.1.1 The fire codes described in Chapter 4A-53 Uniform Fire Safety Standards for Hospitals and Nursing Homes, F.A.C.

§419.2.1.2 The Guidelines for Design and Construction of Hospitals and Health Care Facilities (the Guidelines) Chapters 1-7, and Chapters 9-11, incorporated by reference and obtainable from the American Institute of Architects, 1735 New York Ave., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20006-5292;	Same as above.

Editorial change 3/2/04 from FAC 4A-53 to 69A.

§419.2.1.1 The fire codes described in Chapter 69A 4A-53 Uniform Fire Safety Standards for Hospitals and Nursing Homes, F.A.C.
	
	§419.2.1.3 Fire, Smoke and Radiation Damper Installation Guide for HVAC Systems, Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National
Association, Inc. (SMACNA).

§419.3 Additional Physical Plant Requirements for General, Rehabilitation, and Psychiatric Hospitals.

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§419.3.1 In addition to the codes and standards referenced in §419.2 of the Code, the following minimum standards of construction and specified minimum essential facilities, shall apply to all new hospitals, all additions, alterations or renovations to an existing hospital and to outpatient facilities owned or operated by a hospital as described in Chapter 395.0163 Florida Statues, on the effective date of the Code.

419.3.2 Patient Rooms. (See §7.2.A, of The Guidelines for other requirements)	Same as above.	
	Mod 660
§419.3.2.1 For planning purposes, a full-size bed is assumed to be measure 3 feet 6 inches (1.05 meters) by 7 8 feet 0 inches (2.10 2.44 meters).

§419.3.2.2 The use of sliding doors to patient use toilets shall not be permitted.

§419.3.3 Critical Care Units. (Reference §7.3 of The Guidelines for other requirements)	Same as above.

	Mod 662
§419.3.3.1 Toilet facilities are required for each Critical Care Bed. When portable or built-in toilets are utilized in lieu of individual toilet rooms room toilets, provisions shall be made for user privacy, and the storage, servicing and odor control of the toilet units.  In addition to these provisions, when a permanently built in toilet is located inside of the critical care room, there shall be a toilet exhaust fan located directly above the fixture and a permanently installed washable partition at least 5 feet 0 inches high (1.52 meters) located between the toilet fixture and the bed.	Same as above.	
	Mod 664
419.3.3.2  Sliding doors used for access to critical care rooms shall be equipped with a break away feature, that shall breakaway in the open or closed position of the door, shall either be manual or power operated, shall have a fully recessed track or be trackless, and shall be smoke resistant if located on an exit access corridor.	Same as above.	
	§419.3.5 Outpatient Surgery. (See §7.7 of The Guidelines for other
requirements)

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§419.3.5.1 When outpatient surgery is provided in the Surgical Suite of the General Hospital, it shall comply with the requirements for outpatient surgery in §7.7 and §9.5 of The Guidelines. When outpatient surgery is provided in a separate unit surgical suite of the General Hospital or in a separate facility, it shall comply with the requirements for outpatient surgery in §9.5 of The Guidelines.

§419.3.5.2 All outpatient surgery services located in a General Hospital or in a separate facility shall comply with the requirements of §7.31 and §7.32 of The Guidelines and the requirements of §419.3 of the Code.

§419.3.6 Obstetrical Facilities. (See §7.8 of The Guidelines for other requirements)

§419.3.6.1 Recovery Room. When located within the cesarean/delivery suite and when access is accommodated without crossing any unrestricted corridors of the hospital, LDR and LDRP rooms may be substituted for the recovery room required in §7.8.A3e of The Guidelines.	Same as above.	
	§419.3.7 Administration and Public Areas. (See §7.19 of The Guidelines for other requirements)

§419.3.7.1 All public waiting areas shall be provided with male and female toilets. Such facilities shall be located near the waiting area and may serve more than one such area.

§419.3.8 Mobile Testing and Treatment Facilities.

§419.3.8.1 Mobile facilities shall be approved in advance by the Agency for Health Care Administration before they may be utilized for patient services.

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§419.3.8.2 When the mobile facility unit is located in a roadway or a parking lot or structure, there shall be sturdy walls, fences or bollards around the immediate site to prevent collisions with the unit by other vehicles

§419.3.8.3 Electrical connection to the hospital electrical system shall be permitted only when the mobile facility complies with appropriate requirements of Chapter 27 of the Florida Building Code, Building.

§419.3.8.4 There shall be a rain-free passage from the hospital to the entrance to the mobile facility.	Same as above.	
	§419.3.8.5 A fire alarm system shall be provided.  An alarm initiated in the mobile facility shall activate the hospital system at the twenty-
four hour staffed location, and a fire alarm signal in the hospital
shall sound an alarm in the mobile facility.

§419.3.8.6 The mobile facility shall not diminish egress from the hospital.

§419.3.8.7 There shall be a telephone located inside the mobile facility connected to the hospital communication system.	Same as above.	
	Mod 728 

§419.3.8.8 The electrical systems in the mobile unit facility shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 27 of the Florida Building Code, Building, §7.32 of The Guidelines for the type of service to be provided and with §419.3.15 of the Code.	Same as above.	
	Mod 731
§419.3.8.9 The mechanical systems in the mobile unit facility shall comply with the requirements of §7.31 of the Guidelines for the type of service to be provided and with §419.3.11 and §419.3.13 of the Code.	Same as above.	
	§419.3.9 Details and Finishes. (See §7.28 of The Guidelines for other requirements)

§419.3.9.1 Each patient sleeping room shall be provided with a window that shall have a minimum 20-foot (6.00 meters) unobstructed vista measured perpendicularly from the plane of the window.

§419.3.9.2 Ceilings in rooms with ceiling-mounted surgical light fixtures and in kitchens shall be a minimum height of 9 feet (2.7 meters).

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§419.3.9.3 Soap dispensers shall be provided at all hand washing facilities.  If soap dishes are used, Oonly fully recessed soap dishes shall be permitted in patient tubs or showers

§419.3.9.4 Toilet compartment partitions and urinal screens in the men's toilet rooms shall not be constructed of enameled steel.

§419.3.9.5 All smoke partitions, horizontal exits and exit passageway partitions shall be constructed prior to the construction of intervening walls.	Same as above.	
	§419.3.9.6 Smoke partitions shall be constructed so as to provide a
continuous smoke-tight membrane from exterior wall to exterior wall and from the floor to the underside of the deck above.  This includes interstitial space and the area above solid fire tested membranes.

§419.3.9.7 Where it is not possible to inspect smoke partitions because of the fire tested membrane, fire-rated access panels shall be installed adjacent to each side of the smoke partitions at intervals not exceeding 30 feet (9.00 meters) and in such locations as necessary to view all surfaces of the partition.

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§419.3.9.8 Where electrical conduits, cable trays, ducts and utility pipes pass through the smoke partition, the utilities shall be located so that access is maintained to adjacent wall surfaces and to all damper access panels. The details shall show the studs and reinforcing half studs so that proper support is provided for the wall surfacing material. There shall be a minimum clearance of 6 inches (15.29 centimeters) between all conduits, piping and duct work that are parallel or adjacent to at corridor all fire and fire/smoke rated  walls to facilitate the inspection of these walls.	Same as above.	
	§419.3.10 Elevators Where Required. (See §7.30.B, of The Guidelines for other requirements) All elevators shall be in compliance with the
requirements of Chapter 30 of the Code and Chapter 4A-47, Florida
Administrative Code "Uniform Fire Safety Standards for Elevators".

§419.3.11 Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning Systems. (See §7.31 of The Guidelines for other requirements)

§419.3.11.1 Air handling equipment located in mechanical equipment rooms unless it serves only one room and it is located in that room.

§419.3.11.2 Ventilation shall be provided by mechanical means in all rooms in new facilities and in all remodeled rooms.

§419.3.11.3 Rooms requiring positive or negative relative pressures, shall maintain the air quantities as required between the supply, return or exhaust at a minimum of 75 cu. ft./min. (2.13 cu. m/min.) for room areas 100 sq. ft. (929 sq. m.) or larger and 50 cu. ft./min. (1.42 cu. m/min.) for rooms less than 100 sq. ft. (929 sq. m).	Same as above.	
	§419.3.11.4 All new hospital, outpatient surgery and cardiac
catheterization facility construction shall have completely ducted air
supply, return, outside air and exhaust systems.  In buildings with multiple uses, tenants or occupancies, the licensed health care areas shall be served by separate ducted mechanical air supply, return and exhaust systems.

§419.3.11.5 In new construction, horizontal offsets of duct system risers penetrating more than one floor shall not be allowed.

§419.3.11.6 Flexible duct work shall have a continuous metal inner liner encased by insulating material with an outer vapor jacket conforming to UL 181. The use of flexible duct shall be limited to flexible air connector applications.

§419.3.11.7 Variable air volume systems shall not be permitted for use in surgical departments, obstetrical departments, laboratories, isolation rooms, and critical care units and rooms.

§419.3.11.8 Filter housing frame blank-off panels shall be permanently attached to the frame, constructed of rigid materials and have sealing surfaces equal to or greater than the filter media installed in the filter frame.	Same as above.	
	§419.3.11.9 Each air handling unit filter rated in excess of 1000 cubic feet/ minute (28.32 cubic meters/minute) capacity shall be equipped with a differential pressure gauge.  The range of acceptable operation shall be clearly and permanently indicated on the gauge face
or display.  Multiple bank filter assemblies shall be equipped with a gauge for each filter media bank.

§419.3.12 Fan and Damper Control During Fire Alarm.

§419.3.12.1 During a fire alarm, fan systems and fan equipment shall be stopped or controlled to prevent the movement of smoke by mechanical means from the zone in alarm to adjacent smoke zones.

§419.3.12.2 Fan control shall be designed so as to minimize the interruption of heating, ventilating and air conditioning in compartments remote from the compartment in alarm.	Same as above.	
	§419.3.12.3 Fan control shall not interfere with the continuous
operation of exhaust systems conveying ethylene oxide or other
hazardous chemicals and fumes or systems required to operate
continuously for the health and safety of occupants.  Such systems shall include fume hood exhaust deemed by the governing body of the hospital to present a hazard to occupants if exhaust airflow is stopped.  Air handling systems shall be designed to allow for continuous operation of all such systems and to minimize movement of smoke by mechanical means from the zone in alarm.

§419.3.13 Plumbing. (See §7.31.E of The Guidelines for other requirements)

§419.3.13.1 All plumbing systems shall be designed and installed in accordance with the Florida Building Code, Plumbing.

§419.3.13.2 Grease interceptors shall be located outside of the building

§419.3.13.3 Wall-mounted lavatories and hand washing facilities shall be attached to floor-mounted carriers and shall withstand an applied vertical load of a minimum of 250 pounds on the front of the fixture.	Same as above.	
	§419.3.14 Fire Pump. Where required in new construction, fire pumps and ancillary equipment shall be separated from other functions by
construction having a 2-hour fire resistance rating.

§419.3.14.1 The fire pump normal service disconnect shall be rated to hold locked rotor current indefinitely. If the approved normal service disconnect is located on the exterior, it shall be supervised by connection to the fire pump remote annunciator and shall provide a separate fire alarm system trouble indication.

§419.3.14.2 When the fire pump is placed on the emergency system in addition to the normal supply, the emergency feeder protective device shall be sized in accordance with maximum rating or settings of Chapter 27, Florida Building Code.

§419.3.14.3 The fire pump transfer switch may be either manual or automatic. If located on the line side of the controller as a separate unit, the switch must be rated for the pump motor locked rotor current indefinitely and must be located in the pump room.	Same as above.	
	§419.3.14.4 Combination fire pump controller and transfer switch units listed by the Underwriter's Laboratories, Inc., as prescribed by
Chapter 27, Florida Building Code are acceptable when the transfer switch has exposable and replaceable contacts, not circuit breaker types, rated for the available short-circuit current.

§419.3.14.5 The fire pump shall be installed in a readily accessible location with direct access from the exterior.

§419.3.15 Electrical Requirements. (See §7.32 of The Guidelines for other requirements) All material, including equipment, conductors, controls, and signaling devices, shall be installed to provide a complete electrical system with the necessary characteristics and capacity to supply the electrical facility requirements as shown in the specifications and as indicated on the plans. All materials and equipment shall be listed as complying with applicable standards of Underwriter's Laboratories, Inc., or other established standards. Field labeling of equipment and materials will be permitted only when provided by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) that has been certified by the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) for that referenced standard.	Same as above.	
	§419.3.15.1 Nonmetallic sheathed cable or similar systems are not
permitted for power and lighting wiring in any facility.

§419.3.15.2 Panel boards located in spaces subject to storage shall have the clear working space per Chapter 27, Florida Building Code. "Electrical Access - Not For Storage" shall be permanently marked on the floor and wall about the panel. Panel boards shall not be located in egress corridors.

§419.3.15.3 There shall be documentation for equipotential grounding in all patient care areas, building service ground electrode systems, lightning protection ground terminals and special systems such as fire alarm, nurse call, paging, generator, emergency power and breaker coordination.

§419.3.15.4 All spaces occupied by people, machinery and equipment within buildings and approaches to buildings shall have electric lighting.	Same as above.	
	§419.3.15.5 Operating rooms and delivery rooms shall have general lighting for the room in addition to local high intensity, specialized lighting provided by special fixtures at the surgical and obstetrical tables.  Each special lighting unit for local lighting at the tables shall be connected to an independent circuit and shall be powered from the critical branch.  A minimum of one general purpose lighting
fixture shall be powered from a normal circuit in an operating room, delivery or similar room.

§419.3.15.6 There shall be a maximum of six duplex receptacles on a circuit in general patient care areas.

§419.3.15.7 Duplex receptacles in critical care areas, in all emergency treatment rooms or areas, and other areas including, angiographic laboratories, cardiac catheterization laboratories, coronary care units, hemodialysis rooms or areas, human physiology laboratories, intensive care units and postoperative recovery rooms, shall be provided as follows:	Same as above.	
	§419.3.15.7.1 There shall be a minimum of six duplex electrical
receptacles for each patient station.

§419.3.15.7.2 Four shall be connected to the critical branch of the essential electrical system, and two of the required number shall be connected to dedicated circuits.

§419.3.15.7.3 Two shall be connected to a normal power circuit except in anesthetizing locations where two shall be connected to critical power circuits.

§419.3.15.7.4 There shall be no more than two receptacles per circuit.

§419.3.15.8 All receptacles shall have engraved cover plates to indicate the panel board and circuit numbers powering the device.	Same as above.	
	§419.3.15.9 Branch circuit over-current devices shall be readily accessible to nursing staff and other authorized personnel.

§419.3.16 Fire Alarm Systems. A fire alarm annunciator panel shall be provided at a 24-hour monitored location. The panel shall indicate the zone of actuation of the alarm, and there shall be a trouble signal indicator. Each smoke compartment shall be annunciated as a separate fire alarm zone. A fire alarm system zone shall not include rooms or spaces in other smoke compartments and shall be limited to a maximum area of 22,500 square feet (2090.318 square meters).

§419.3.17 Nurse Call System. (See §7.32.G of The Guidelines for other requirements.) A nurse call system shall be provided that will register a call from each patient bed to the nurse station and activate a visual signal at the patient room door and activate a visual and audible signal in the clean workroom, the soiled workroom, the nourishment station and the master station of the nursing unit. In multi-corridor nursing units, additional visible signals shall be installed at corridor intersections in the vicinity of nurse stations. In rooms containing two or more calling stations, indicating lights shall be provided for each calling station.	Same as above.	
	Mod 658
§419.3.16 Electrical Requirements. (See Section 7.32 of The Guidelines for other requirements)

All material, including equipment, conductors, controls, and signaling devices, shall be installed to provide a complete electrical system with the necessary characteristics and capacity to supply the electrical facility requirements as shown in the specifications and as indicated on the plans. All materials and equipment shall be factory listed or field labeled as complying with the applicable standards of Underwriter’s Laboratories, Inc., or other established standards . Field labeling of equipment and materials will be permitted only when provided by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) that has been certified by the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) for that referenced standard	Same as above.	
	§419.3.17.1 Master staff and duty stations may include volume controls provided the minimum setting provides audibility of 15 decibels above normal ambient noise levels where the station is located.

§419.3.17.2 An emergency calling station of the pull cord type shall be provided and shall be conveniently located for patient use in each patient toilet, bath or shower room, but not inside the shower. The call signal shall be cancelled only at the emergency calling station. The emergency station shall activate distinctive audible and visual signals immediately.

§419.3.17.3 An emergency resuscitation alarm (Code Blue) calling station shall be provided for staff use in each operating, delivery, recovery LDR, LDRP, emergency, cardiac and intensive nursing care rooms, nurseries and similar rooms.	Same as above.	
	§419.3.17.4 Emergency resuscitative alarm panels (centralized Code Blue) shall be provided at the attending nurse station and at other     locations as determined by the facility that are staffed 24 hours per day.  Audible signals may be silenced temporarily for a call provided subsequent calls automatically reactivate the audible signal immediately.  The alarm panel at the 24-hour staffed station may indicate the nurse station/suite where the call originated in lieu of identifying the bed only when a 24-hour station is not one and the same as the attending nurse station.	Same as above.	
	§419.3.18 Emergency Electric Service. A Type 1 essential electrical system shall be provided in all hospitals as described in NFPA 99, "Health Care Facilities." The emergency power for this system shall meet the requirements of a Level 1, Type 10, Class 48 generator as described in NFPA 110, "Emergency Standby Power Systems".

§419.3.18.1 In new construction, the normal main service equipment shall be separated from the emergency distribution equipment by locating it in a separate room. Transfer switches shall be considered emergency distribution equipment for this purpose.

§419.3.18.2 Switches for critical branch lighting shall be totally separate from normal switching. The devices or cover plates shall be of a distinctive color. Critical branch switches may be adjacent to normal switches. Switches for life safety lighting are not permitted except as required for dusk-to-dawn automatic control of exterior lighting fixtures.	Same as above.	
	§419.3.18.3 There shall be selected life safety lighting provided at a minimum of 1 footcandle and designed for automatic dusk-to-dawn operation along the travel paths from the exits to the public way or to safe areas located a minimum of 30 feet (9.144 meters) from the building.

§419.3.18.4 A minimum of one elevator per bank serving any patient use floor shall be connected to the equipment branch of the essential electric system and arranged for manual or automatic operation during loss of normal power.

§419.3.18.5 If a day tank is provided, it shall be equipped with a dedicated low level fuel alarm and a manual pump. The alarm shall be located at the generator derangement panel.

§419.3.18.6 Transfer switch contacts shall be of the open type and shall be accessible for inspection and replacement.	Same as above.	
	§419.3.18.7 If required by the facility's emergency food plan, there shall be power connected to the equipment branch of the essential electrical system for kitchen refrigerators, freezers and range hood exhaust fans.  Selected lighting within the kitchen and dry storage areas shall be connected to the critical branch of the essential electrical system.

§419.3.18.8 Outpatient surgery units which are located in a separate building or on another campus shall have a Type 1 essential electrical system in compliance with NFPA 99, "Health Care Facilities." The emergency power for this system shall meet the requirements of a Level 1, Type 10, Class 8 generator as described in NFPA 110, "Emergency Standby Power Systems".	Same as above.	
	§419.3.19 Lightning Protection. A lightning protection system shall be provided for all new buildings and additions in accordance with NFPA 780, "Installation of Lightning Protection Systems."

§419.3.19.1 Where additions are constructed to existing buildings, the existing building's lightning protection system, if connected to the new lightning protection system, shall be inspected and brought into compliance with current standards.

§419.3.19.2 A lightning protection system shall be installed on all buildings in which outpatient surgical procedures are provided.

§419.3.19.3 There shall be surge protection for all normal and emergency electrical services.

§419.3.19.4 Additional surge protection shall be provided for all low voltage and power connections to all electronic equipment in critical care areas and life safety systems and equipment such as fire alarm, nurse call and other critical systems. Protection shall be in accordance with appropriate IEEE Standards for the type of equipment protected.	Same as above.	
	§419.3.19.5 All low voltage system main or branch circuits entering or exiting the structure shall have surge suppressors installed for each pair of conductors and shall have visual indication for protector failure to the maximum extent feasible.

§419.4 Physical Plant Requirements for Disaster Preparedness of New Hospital Construction.

§419.4.1 Definitions. The following definitions shall apply specifically to all new facilities as used herein:

§419.4.1.1 "New facility" means a hospital, or an addition of a wing or floor to an existing hospital, which has not received a Stage II Preliminary Plan approval pursuant to this section. Interior renovation, refurbishing, modifications or conversions inside of an existing structure licensed as a hospital, shall not have to meet the standards contained in this paragraph;	Same as above.	
	§419.4.1.2 "Net square footage" means the clear floor space of an area excluding cabinetry and other fixed furniture or equipment;

§419.4.1.3 "During and immediately following" means a period of 72 hours following the loss of normal support utilities to the facility;

§419.4.1.4 "Occupied patient area(s)" means the location of patients inside of the new facility or in the addition of a wing or floor to an existing facility during and immediately following a disaster. If these patients are to be relocated into an area of the existing facility during and immediately following a disaster, then for purposes of this code, that location will be defined as the "occupied patient area".

§419.4.1.5 "Patient support area(s)" means the area(s) required to ensure the health, safety and well-being of patients during and immediately following a disaster, such as a nursing station, clean and soiled utility areas, food preparation area, and other areas as determined by the facility to be kept operational during and immediately following a disaster.	Same as above.	
	§419.4.1.6 "On-site" means either in, immediately adjacent to, or on the campus of the facility, or addition of a wing or floor to an existing facility.

§419.4.2 New Facility Construction Standards. The following construction standards are in addition to the physical plant requirements described in §419.2 through §419.3 These minimum standards are intended to increase the ability of the new facility, or new floor or new wing added to an existing facility to be structurally capable of serving as a shelter for patients, staff and the family of patients and staff (as determined by the facility) and equipped to be self-supporting during and immediately following a disaster:	Same as above.	
	§419.4.2.1 Space Standards.

§419.4.2.1.1 For planning purposes, as determined by the facility, each new facility shall provide a minimum of 30 net square feet (2.79 square meters) per patient served in the occupied patient area(s).

§419.4.2.1.2 As determined by the facility, space for
administrative and support activities shall be provided for use by facility staff to allow for care of patients in the occupied patient area(s).

§419.4.2.1.3 As determined by the facility, space shall be provided for staff and family members of patients and staff.	Same as above.	
	§419.4.2.2 Site standards.

§419.4.2.2.1 All new facilities and additions to existing facilities shall be located above the 100-year flood plain or hurricane Category 3 (Saffir-Simpson scale) hurricane surge inundation elevation, whichever requires the highest elevation, or;

§419.4.2.2.2 The floor elevation of all new occupied patient area(s) and all patient support area(s) and patient support utilities, including mechanical, electrical except as noted in §419.2.1.3, and food services shall be located above the 100-year flood plain or hurricane Category 3 (Saffir-Simpson scale) hurricane surge inundation elevations, whichever requires the highest elevation, or	Same as above.	
	§419.4.2.2.3 New additions or floors added to existing facilities, as determined by their site locations, shall be so designed and constructed as to be in compliance with the current standards of the
National Flood Insurance Program of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, incorporated by reference and available from Federal Emergency Management Agency, Federal Insurance Administration, Attn.
Publications, P.O.  Box 70274, Washington, D.C.  20024.

§419.4.2.2.4 Where an off-site public access route is available to the new facility at or above the 100-year flood plain, a minimum of one onsite emergency access route shall be provided that is located at the same elevation as the public access route;

§419.4.2.2.5 New landscaping elements shall be located so if damaged they will not block the on-site emergency access route to the facility. Outdoor signs and their foundations shall be designed to meet the wind load criteria of the Florida Building Code;	Same as above.	
	§419.4.2.2.6 New light standards and their foundations used for
lighting the on-site emergency access route shall be designed to meet the wind load criteria of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE 7-98), fifty-year recurrence interval of wind velocity with appropriate exposure category dependent on site location.

§419.4.2.3 Structural Standards. Wind load design of the building structure and exterior envelope including exterior wall systems shall be designed in accordance with the code.

§419.4.2.4 Roofing Standards.

§419.4.2.4.1 Roofing membrane material shall resist the uplift forces specified in the code. Roof coverings shall be installed according to the specifications provided by the manufacturer.

§419.4.2.4.2 Loose-laid ballasted roofs shall not be permitted;	Same as above.	
	§419.4.2.4.3 All new roof appendages such as ducts, tanks,
ventilators, receivers, dx condensing units and decorative mansard roofs and their attachment systems shall be structurally engineered
to meet the wind load requirements of the applicable building code. All of these attachment systems shall be connected directly to the underlying roof structure or roof support structure.

§419.4.2.5 Exterior Unit Standards.

§419.4.2.5.1 All exterior window units, skylights, exterior louvers and exterior door units including vision panels and their anchoring systems shall be designed to resist the wind load requirements of the code and the debris impact requirements in §1626.2-§1626.4.

§419.4.2.5.2 Permanently attached protective systems such as shutters and baffling shall be designed to meet the wind load requirements of this code and the debris impact requirements as specified in §1626.2-§1626.4.	Same as above.	
	§419.4.2.5.3 Removable protective systems designed to intricately fit with the wall/window system of the facility and stored on-site at
the facility and that meet the wind load requirements of the code, and debris impact requirements of §1626.2-§1626.4 may be used to protect
the exterior units.

§419.4.2.5.4 All anchoring and attachment to the building of both the permanently attached and removable protective systems shall be designed to meet wind load requirements of the code, and impact requirements of §1626.2-§1626.4. These designs shall be signed, sealed and dated by a Florida registered structural engineer.

§419.4.2.5.5 The glazed openings inside or outside of the protective systems shall meet the cyclical loading requirements specified by §1626.2-§1626.4.

§419.4.2.5.6 All of the exterior impact protective systems shall be designed and installed so that they do not come in contact with the glazing under uniform, impact or cyclic pressure loading. The location or application of exterior impact protective systems shall not prevent required exit egress from the building.	Same as above.	
	§419.4.2.5.7 When not being utilized to protect the windows, the protective system shall not restrict the operability of the windows in the occupied patient bedrooms.

§419.4.2.5.8 When not being utilized to protect the windows, the protective systems shall not reduce the clear window opening required by this code for the patient room.

§419.4.2.6 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Standards.

§419.4.2.6.1 Air moving equipment, dx condensing units, through-wall units and other HVAC equipment located outside of or on the roof of the new facility or wing or floor addition to an existing facility and providing service to the new facility or wing or floor addition to an existing facility shall be permitted only when either of the following are met:	Same as above.	
	§419.4.2.6.1.1 They are located inside a penthouse designed to
meet the wind load requirements of the Florida Building Code, or;

§419.4.2.6.1.2 Their fastening systems are designed to meet the wind load requirements of the Florida Building Code and they and all associated equipment are protected as specified in §1626.2-§1626.4 from damage by horizontal impact by a separate and independent structure that allows access to all parts of the equipment at all times.

§419.4.2.6.2 All occupied patient areas and patient support areas shall be supplied with sufficient HVAC as determined by the facility to ensure the health, safety and well being of all patients and staff during and immediately following a disaster.

§419.4.2.6.3 As determined by the facility these selected HVAC systems and their associated support equipment such as a control air compressor essential to the maintenance of the occupied patient and patient support area(s) shall receive their power from the emergency power supply system(s).	Same as above.	
	§419.4.2.6.4 Ventilation air change rates in occupied patient areas shall be maintained as specified in this section during and immediately following a disaster.

§419.4.2.6.5 Auxiliary equipment and specialties such as hydronic supply piping and pneumatic control piping shall be located, routed and protected in such a manner as determined by the facility to ensure the equipment receiving the services will not be interrupted.	Same as above.	
	§419.4.2.7 Plumbing Standards.

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§419.4.2.7.1 There shall be an independent on-site supply (i.e., water well) or on-site storage capability (i.e. empty water storage containers or bladders) of potable water at a minimum quantity of 3 gallons per in-patient in the new facility or wing or floor addition to an existing facility per day during and immediately following a disaster. For planning purposes the number of in -patients shall be determined in writting by the facility. Hot water in boilers or tanks shall not be counted to meet this requirement.

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§419.4.2.7.2 There shall be an independent onsite supply or storage capability of potable water at a minimum quantity of 1 gallon per facility staff, and other personnel in the new facility or wing or floor addition to an existing facility per day during and immediately following a disaster. For planning purposes, the number of these personnel shall be estimated determined in writing  by the facility.  Hot water in boilers or tanks shall not be counted to meet this requirement.	Same as above.	

	§419.4.2.7.3 The facility shall determine what amount of water will be sufficient to provide for patient services, and shall maintain an on-site supply or on-site storage of the determined amount.

§419.4.2.7.4 When utilized to meet the minimum requirements of this rule, selected system appurtenances such as water pressure maintenance house pumps, and emergency water supply well pumps shall take power from the emergency power supply system(s).

§419.4.2.8 Medical Gas Systems Standards. The storage, distribution piping system and appurtenances serving the occupied patient area(s) and patient support area(s) shall be contained within a protected area(s) designed and constructed to meet the structural requirements of the code and debris impact requirements as specified by §1626.2-§1626.4.	Same as above.	
	§419.4.2.9 Emergency Electrical Generator and Essential Electrical  System Standards.

§419.4.2.9.1 There shall be an on-site Level 1 emergency electrical generator system designed to support the occupied patient area(s) and patient support area(s) with at least the following support services:

§419.4.2.9.1.1 Ice making equipment to produce ice for the patients served, or freezer storage equipment for the storage of ice for the patients served.

§419.4.2.9.1.2 Refrigerator unit(s) and food service equipment if required by the emergency food plan.

§419.4.2.9.1.3 Life safety and critical branch lighting and systems as required by the section.

§419.4.2.9.1.4 Selected HVAC systems as determined by the facility and other systems required by this code.	Same as above.	
	§419.4.2.9.2 The emergency generator system shall be fueled by a fuel supply stored on-site sized to fuel the generator for 100 percent load for 64 hours or 72 hours for actual demand load of the occupied patient area(s) and patient support area(s) and patient support utilities during and immediately following a disaster, whichever is greater.

§419.4.2.9.3 The fuel supply shall either be located below ground or contained within a protected area that is designed and constructed to meet the structural requirements of the code and debris impact requirements of §1626.2-§1626.4. If an underground system is utilized, it shall be designed so as to exclude the entrance of any foreign solids or liquids.

§419.4.2.9.4 All fuel lines supporting the generator system(s) for the occupied patient area(s) and patient support area(s) shall be protected also with a method designed and constructed to meet the structural requirements of the code and debris impact requirements of §1626.2-§1626.4.	Same as above.	
	§419.4.2.9.5 All panel boards, transfer switches, disconnect
switches, enclosed circuit breakers or emergency system raceway systems required to support the occupied patient area(s), patient support area(s) or support utilities shall be contained within a  protected area(s) designed and constructed to meet the structural
requirements of the code and debris impact requirements of §1626.2- §1626.4, and shall not rely on systems or devices outside of this protected area(s) for their reliability or continuation of service.

§419.4.2.9.6 The emergency generator(s) shall be air or self-contained liquid cooled and it and other essential electrical equipment shall be installed in a protected area(s) designed and constructed to meet the structural requirements of the code and debris impact requirements of §1626.2-§1626.4.	Same as above.	
	§419.4.2.10 Fire Protection Standards.

§419.4.2.10.1 If the facility requires fire sprinklers as part of its fire protection, either of the following shall be met:

§419.4.2.10.1.1 On-
site water storage capacity to continue sprinkler coverage, in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 13, "Sprinkler Systems," or a fire watch, conducted in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 59A-3.081(a), F.A.C.

§419.4.2.10.2 If the facility provides a fire watch in lieu of water storage to continue sprinkler coverage, then one 4-
A type fire extinguisher or equivalent shall be provided for every 3 or less 2-A fire extinguishers required by NFPA 10, "Portable Extinguishers". These additional extinguishers shall be equally distributed throughout the area they are protecting.

§419.4.2.11 External Emergency Communications Standards. Reference Chapter 59A-3.081(b) F.A.C. for requirements.	Same as above.	
	SECTION 420 NURSING HOMES	Add as new section 420 Nursing Homes. (See 2001 FBC).	
	Mod 737
420.4.2.7  There shall be an independent on-site supply (i.e. water well) or on-site storage capability (i.e. empty water storage containers or bladders) of potable water at a minimum quantity of 3 gallons per resident served per day during and immediately following a disaster. For planning purposes the number of residents shall be determined in writing by the facility. Hot water in boilers or tanks shall not be counted to meet this requirement.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 738
420.4.2.7.2  There shall be an independent on-site supply or storage capability of potable water at a minimum quantity of 1 gallon per facility staff, and other personnel in the facility per day during and immediately following a disaster. For planning purposes, the number of these personnel shall be estimated determined in writing by the facility. Hot water in boilers or tanks shall not be counted to meet this requirement.	Change as noted.	
	SECTION 421 AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTERS	Add as new section 421 Ambulatory Surgical Centers. (See 2001 FBC).	
	Mod 739
421.3.4.2  No doors  shall swing into the corridor except those to small closets or small mechanical or electrical rooms that cannot be usefully occupied with the doors in the closed position. doors and doors to small mechanical or electrical rooms. 

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421.3.4.8  The use of sliding pocket doors to patient use toilets shall not be permitted.	Change as noted.	
	SECTION 422 BIRTHING CENTERS	Add as new section 422 Birthing Centers. (See 2001 FBC)	
	SECTION 423 STATE REQUIREMENTS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES	Add as new section 423 State Requirements for Educational Facilities. (See 2001 FBC)	
	Mod 370
423.1 Scope:
Note: Other administrative and programmatic provisions may apply.  See Department of Education Rule 6-2 and Chapter 1013 235, Florida Statutes	Change as noted.	
	Mod 371
423.2.2 Exemption from Local Requirements.  All public educational and ancillary plants constructed by a school board or a community college board are exempt from all other state, county, dsitrict, municipal, or local building codes, interpretations, building permits, and assessments of fees for building permits, ordinances, road closures, and impact fees or service availability fees as provided in Section 1013.37(1)(a) 235.26(2)(a), F.S.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 372
423.3.2 Owner Review and Inspection. A school board or community college board which undertakes the construction, remodeling, renovation, lease, or lease-purchase of any educational plant or ancillary facility, or day labor project, regardless of cost or fund source, shall review construction documents as required by law in Sections 1013.38 235.017, F.S., and Section 553.80(6), F.S., and shall ensure compliance with requirements of law, rule, and the Florida Building Code and the Uniform Fire Safety Standards as adopted by the State Fire Marshal. Section 553.80(6), F.S., states that district school boards and community college boards shall provide for plan review and inspection for their projects.  They shall use personnel certified under Part XII of Chapter 468, F.S., to perform the plan reviews and inspections or use one of the options provided in Section 1013.38 235.017, F.S.  Under this arrangement, school boards and community college boards are not subject to local government permitting, plan review, and inspection fees.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 377
423.4.2 FEMA. Federal Emergency Management Agency Rules and Regulations 44 CFR, Part 59 and 60, Revised as of October 1, 1995.  In Flood Zones A1 through A30, AE, AH, and AO (one-hundred-year flood plain) the finished floor at the lowest entry level shall be a minimum one (1) foot above the base flood elevation.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 382
423.4.3 Florida Statutes and State Rules.  Including, but not limited to, Chapters 1013 235, 240, 255, 468, 471, 481, 489, 553, 633, and Section 287.055, F.S., and various state rules as applicable to specific projects.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 380
423.5.5.2 Enclosed Courtyard.  A courtyard which is not roofed  by more than 50% of the courtyard area and which is substantially surrounded by a building(s) on two sides or more and each opening to the exterior is less than 40 feet in width.  The courtyard area shall be calculated for maximum occupancy as an assembly space and the number and size of remotely located exits shall be calculated for the maximum possible load. The maximum possible load is greater of the calculated capacity of the courtyard or the load imposed by the surrounding spaces.  An enclosed courtyard may be used as a component of exit access provided that the walls and wall openings meet the requirements of the Florida Building Code, Building Table 600 and the maximum travel to the exit discharge does not exceed 150 feet from any point within the enclosed courtyard.  An enclosed courtyard cannot serve as the exterior for exiting or for emergency rescue openings.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 381
423.5.5.3 Roofed Courtyard.  A courtyard which is roofed by more than 50% of the courtyard area in any manner.  Courtyards may be used for assembly spaces and may not be used as a component of exiting from adjacent spaces.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 382
423.7.3 Location of Fire Extinguishers and Blankets. Fire extinguishers may be located inside student-occupied spaces provided they are placed adjacent to the primary exit door, and the room door remains unlocked when the facility is occupied, and a permanently affixed sign, with a red background and white letters (raised letters and braille), reading "FIRE EXTINGUISHER INSIDE" is placed on the outside adjacent to the door. Fire extinguisher cabinets shall not be locked. Fire blankets shall be located in each laboratory and each shop where a fire hazard may exist. Fire extinguishers and fire blankets shall be readily accessible and suitable for the hazard present and shall not be obstructed or obscured from view. Extinguishers and blankets shall be on hangers or brackets, shelves, or cabinets so that the top of the extinguisher or blanket is not more than 54 inches above finish floor (AFF) and complies with state and federal accessibility requirements. All extinguishers shall be installed and maintained in accordance with NFPA. Extinguishers shall remain fully charged and operable at all times and have a current tag to indicate compliance.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 383
423.7.5 Fire Alarm Sending Stations. Sending stations may be located inside student-occupied spaces, adjacent to the primary exit door only if the door to the occupied space is unlocked at all times while the facility is occupied. When located inside a student occupied space, a permanently affixed sign reading "FIRE ALARM PULL STATION INSIDE" shall be placed outside that space adjacent to the door. This sign shall have a red background with white letters (raised letters and braille). Sending stations shall be mounted to meet accessibility requirements.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 384
423.7.7 Unoccupied Rooms and Concealed Spaces. Rooms or spaces for storage, custodial closets, mechanical rooms, spaces under stages with wood structures and other unoccupied or unsupervised spaces in a building shall have automatic smoke or heat detector devices installed. Any concealed space with exposed materials having a flame spread rating greater than Class A, including crawl spaces under floors, interstitial spaces between ceiling and floor or roof above and attic spaces, shall be equipped with heat detector devices. Smoke and heat detector devices shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 72. In fully sprinklered buildings, heat detectors are not required.  Smoke detectors, where required by the Florida Fire Prevention Code, must remain.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 693
423.8.1.1 Educational Occupancy.  School board educational facility projects whether owned, lease-purchased or leased shall comply with the Educational Occupancy and Assembly Occupancy portions of the above referenced codes as applicable, except where in conflict with this section. The support spaces such as media centers, administrative offices, auditoriums, gymnasiums, and cafeterias and kitchens, located within educational facilities are not separate occupancies.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 385
423.8.2 Space Standards. School board and community college board facility sizes shall use standards in the "Size of Space and Occupant Design Criteria Table" found in the Department of Education document. State Requirements for Educational Facilities (SREF). Exiting from occupied spaces shall comply with Table 1003.1 of the Florida Building Code.	Change as noted.	
	423.8.3 Construction Type. School board and community college buildings including auxiliary, ancillary and vocational facilities shall comply with the following:	Revise to read as provided 3/2/04.	
	423.8.3.1 Non-combustible Type I, II, or IV. The minimum construction Type for one-and two-story public educational facilities shall be non-combustible Type I, II or IV construction or better.	Revise to read as provided 3/2/04.	
	423.8.3.2 Type II I. Facilities three stories or more shall be Type II I construction or better.

423.8.3.3 Type III IV. When Type III IV construction is used, wood shall be exposed and not covered by ceilings or other construction.	Revise to read as provided 3/2/04.	
	Exceptions:
1. Covered walkways open on all sides may be Type V or Type VI construction.
2. Dugouts, press boxes, concession stands, related public toilet rooms, and non-flammable storage buildings which are detached from the main educational facility by at least 60 feet, may be Type V or Type VI construction.	Revise to read as provided 3/2/04.	
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423.8.3.3 Type III. When Type III construction is used, wood shall be exposed and not covered by ceilings or other construction.

423.8.3.4 Exceptions to types of construction:
1. Covered walkways open on all sides may be Type V or Type VI construction.
2. Single story dDugouts, press boxes, concession stands, related public toilet rooms, detached covered play areas, and non-flammable storage buildings which are detached from the main educational facility by at least 60 feet, may be Type V or Type VI construction.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 386
423.8.7 Life Cycle Cost Guidelines for Materials and Building Systems. An analysis shall be included, as required by Section 1013.37(1), F.S., which evaluates building materials and systems, life cycle costs for maintenance, custodial, operating, and life expectancy against initial costs, as described in Section 1013.(1)(e)4., F.S. Standards for evaluation of materials are available from the Department in a publication entitled "Life Cycle Cost Guidelines for Materials and Building Systems for Florida's Public Educational Facilities."	Change as noted.	
	Mod 387
423.8.8 Safe School Design. School boards should shall design educational facilities and sites including pre-K through 12, vocational and community colleges to enhance security and reduce vandalism through the use of "safe school design" principles. Safe School design strategies are available from DOE/Educational Facilities and include but not limited to the following:	Change as noted.	
	Mod 389, 388
423.10.1.1 Required Locations.
Fencing is required to separate students from potential harm, and shall be provided in the following locations: at school board kindergarten through grade 5 12 facilities:

423.10.1.1.1 Kindergarten through grade 12.  Exposed mechanical, plumbing, gas, or electrical equipment located on ground level.

423.10.1.1.2 Kindergarten through grade 5.  Special hazards as identified by the authority having jurisdiction including retention ponds whose permanent water depth or whose water depth over a 24 hour period exceeds 1 foot, deep drainage ditches, canals, highways, play fields adjacent to roadways.

423.10.1.1.3 Kindergarten through grade 12.  All child care and kindergarten play areas.	Change as noted.	
	423.10.2.1 Covered Walks. All buildings in K-12 educational facilities shall be connected by paved walks and accessible under continuous roof cover. New relocatable classroom buildings shall be connected to permanent buildings by paved covered walks where applicable. Roofs for covered walks shall extend 1 foot beyond each side of the designated walkway width. Gutters or other water funneling devices shall prevent storm water from pouring onto or draining across walks.

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423.10.4 Building Setbacks.  Building Setbacks from the property line, including relocatables, shall comply with local setback requirement minimums, but shall, at a minimum be 25 feet where site size permits or shall comply with local setback requirements if less than 25 feet.	Change as noted.	
	423.11 Wood: Fire-Retardant Treated Wood (FRTW). Fire-retardant treated wood shall not be used in permanent educational facilities. Only FRTW which does not contain ammonium phosphate, sulfates, or halides may be used in roof structures of non-combustible Type IV III ancillary facilities as allowed by the Florida Building Code, but only under the following conditions:	Revise to read as provided 3/2/04.	
	Mod 390
423.11.7 Wood Studs. Interior non-load-bearing wood studs or partitions shall not be used in permanent educational and auxiliary facilities or relocatable buildings.
Exception: Historic buildings to maintain the fabric of the historic character of the building.	Change as noted.	
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423.13.1.1 Doors for steam rooms, locker rooms, shower rooms, individual and group toilet rooms shall swing in the direction of exit travel, and shall always be operable for exitings from the inside. 	Change as noted.	
	Mod 446
423.13.6 Hardware. Doors and gates shall be equipped with hardware which will allow egress at all times without assistance.  Projecting hardware on doors swinging into a means of egress is not considered an obstruction if the door opens flat against the wall.  No padlock, chain, hasp, lock, deadbolt, or other device shall be installed at any time on any door used for exiting.  Doors which by code require closers and other door subject to wind exposure shall be equipped with closers to prevent slamming and uncontrolled opening.  All doors opening into smoke tight exit access corridors shall be self-closing or automatic-closing.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 392
423.13.8 Windows.
...If a security/storm screen or grille is installed on the outside of an emergency access, rescue, or egress window assembly then that security/storm screen or grille together with the emergency rescue window assembly, shall be operable from the inside by a single operation without the use of tools to allow for exit under emergency conditions. The emergency rescue window shall be identified by signage and the release device shall be readily identifiable.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 393
423.14.2.1 Emergency Rescue windows: Windows for emergency rescue shall comply with NFPA 101, shall be operable from the inside by a single operation, and shall be labeled “EMERGENCY RESCUE - KEEP AREA CLEAR”.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 447
423.14.9Interior Finishes
423.14.9.1 Floors. Floors in instructional spaces shall be covered with resilient material or carpet.  Floors in gymnasium locker rooms, showers, drying areas, toilet rooms, kitchens, scullerys, food storage areas and can wash areas shall be impervious.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 447
423.14.9.2 Walls.  Walls in toilet rooms shall be impervious to a height of at least four (4) feet above the floor.  Walls in kitchens, scullerys, can wash areas, shower rooms shall be impervious to a height of at least six (6) feet above the floor.  Toilet and shower partitions shall be impervious.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 447
423.14.9.3 Ceilings.  Ceilings in group toilet rooms, kitchens, scullerys, can wash areas, showers and locker rooms shall be impervious.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 394
423.15.4 Toilet rooms shall be continuously ventilated during building occupancy.

EXCEPTION:  Individual toilet rooms shall be ventilated continuously during building occupancy or ventilation shall turn off with the light switch and run for at least ten (10) minutes after the light has been turned off.	Change as noted.	
	423.16.9 Shower Facilities. Showers shall be provided only where required by the district's educational program and, where provided, shall utilize energy saving concepts for hot water as required by Section 1013.44(2) 235.212, F.S. When provided, shower areas shall comply with the following: 	Change as noted.	

	Mod 396
423.17.8 Ground Fault Interrupter (GFI) Receptacles.
GFI receptacles shall be installed as required by NFPA 70 and in the following locations:
(1) All elementary special needs classrooms receptacles.
(2) Within six (6) of any water source or storage system. 
(23) In a All building entry vestibules receptacles.
(4) For all electric water coolers unless the receptacles is grounded and covered by the water cooler’s enclosure.
(35) All mechanical, boiler and electrical rooms receptacles.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 397
423.18.1.4 Classrooms and labs—Exiting capacity for classrooms shall be calculated at 20 net square feet per occupant.  Exiting capacity for laboratories shall be calculated at 50 net square feet per occupant. the main floor area of a single space at the design capacity. If spaces are combined through the use of folding partitions, the capacity and exiting shall be based on the capacity of all the spaces joined.	Change as noted.	
	423.19.1 General. Shade/green houses shall be of Type I, II, or IV Construction (metal frame) capable of withstanding the appropriate wind load.	Revised 3/2/04.	
	Mod 398
423.25.5 Electrical and Standby Emergency Power System.
The EHPA shall be provided with an a standby emergency electrical power system, per NFPA 70 Article 700 and 701, which shall have an outlet for coupling the capability of being connected to a backup generator or other optional power source.  Where economically feasible, an equivalent photovoltaic system may be provided.  The EHPA’s emergency systems includes but are not limited to: (1) an emergency lights lighting system, (2) illuminated exit signs, and fire alarm systems in the EHPA (3) fire protection system(s), alarm (campus wide) and sprinkler, and (4) minimum ventilation for health/safety purposes.  The fire alarm panel shall be located in the EHPA manager’s office.  A remote annunciator panel shall be located in or adjacent to the schools administrator’s office. When generators are installed, the facility housing the generator, permanent or portable, shall include be an enclosed area designated to protect the generators from wind and missile impact.  Air intakes and exhausts shall be designed and installed to meet the wind load and missile impact criteria.  Generators hardened by the manufacturer to withstand the area’s design wind and missile impact criteria shall be exempt from enclosed area criteria requirement.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 399
423.25.5.1 EHPA Lighting.
Standby Emergency lighting shall be provided within the EHPAs EHPA area, EHPA manager’s office , toilet rooms, main electrical room and generator spaces and shall be should provide at least 10 footcandles of general illumination which can be reduced to ½ footcandle in the sleeping areas during the night.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 400
423.25.5.2 Optional Standby Circuits.
Selected ventilation, fans, intercom system, and other standby circuits Additional non-life safety systems, as defined by NFPA 70 Article 702 (optional standby circuits), may be supplied power, if available, by the Standby Emergency Power System.  These systems shall be connected to the sStandby Emergency pPower sSystem per NFPA70, Article 702 (optional standby circuits) via an electrical sub-panel to the Standby Electrical Power System’s main electrical panel.  This will allow selective or total load shedding of power if required.  The fire alarm, emergency lighting, and illuminated exit signs throughout the entire campus shall remain operational and shall receive first priority to power provided by the facility Standby eEmergency pPower sSystem per Article 700 of NFPA 70.  The systems listed are not all encompassing but are in order of priority. Local officials may request additional non-life safety systems they deem necessary for health, welfare and safety of the public during occupancy. 
(1)  Remainder of the school’s campus security lighting (building and site)
(2)  Additional ventilation systems within the EHPA including heat 
(3)  Intercom system
(4)  Food storage equipment
(5)  Additional electric receptacles, other than those required by 423.25.5.3.	Change as noted.	
	423.27.1 Relocatables. ..... For code requirements and other standards applicable to relocatables constructed prior to this code, which may be Type V or Type VI (wood) relocatables, see Existing Relocatables, Volume 1, Section 5(2), State Requirements for Educational Facilities as referenced in the Uniform Fire Safety Standards as adopted by the State Fire Marshal.	Revised 3/2/04.	
	423.27.3 Construction Type. All new relocatables constructed, purchased or otherwise acquired by a board shall be non-combustible Type I, II, or IV construction.	Revised 3/2/04.	
	423.27.5.4 Separation of Units. Type I, II, or IV, (non-combustible) relocatable units shall be separated as required by the Florida Building Code and the school site plan.	Revised 3/2/04.	
	423.27.7 Fire Retardant Treated Wood.  Only fire retardant treated wood (FRTW) which does not contain ammonium phosphate, sulfates, or halides may be used in the roof structure of Type III IV construction, as authorized by other sections of the Florida Building Code.	Revised 3/2/04.	
	Mod 448
423.27.5.3 4 Separation of Units.

Mod 401
423.27.9.1 Rescue.  Windows for emergency rescue shall comply with NFPA 101, shall be operable from the inside by a single operation, and shall be labeled “EMERGENCY RESCUE - KEEP AREA CLEAR.”	Change as noted.	
	423.28.2.1 Construction Type. Relocatable units shall be of Type V or Type I, II, or IV (non-combustible), or Type III or VI (wood frame) construction of the code as follows:	Revised 3/2/04.	
	423.28.2.2 Non-combustible.  Type I, II or IV (non-combustible) construction shall be used where several relocatable units are joined under a single roof to create multi-classroom or other use spaces in excess of two thousand (2,000) square feet.	Revised 3/2/04.	
	423.28.2.3 Wood Frame. Type III or V or Type VI (wood frame) construction shall be used only for a single classroom unit of one thousand (1,000) gross square feet or less. Two (2) classroom units of Type III or V or Type VI construction may be joined together, if for a single use such as exceptional education, TAP, or science, provided the single classroom does not exceed two thousand (2,000) gross square feet, is without interior partitions (not including office, storage, and toilet) and has at least two (2) remotely located exit doors.	Revised 3/2/04.	
	423.28.2.5.2 Separation of Units. Type III or V or Type VI (wood frame) relocatable units are separated from each other and any permanent buildings by sufficient distance, in each direction to prevent the spread of fire and located to allow access by emergency vehicles. The locations are determined jointly by the local fire fighting authority that services the site. Type I, II or IV (non-combustible) relocatables shall be separated as required by the code.	Revised 3/2/04.	
	423.28.2.5.3 Minimum Setbacks. The minimum setback for wood relocatable units is at least twenty-five (25) feet from the property line, unless a greater setback is required by local zoning. The minimum setback for Type I, II, or IV (non-combustible) relocatables is 25 feet unless a smaller setback is permitted as required by local zoning.	Revised 3/2/04.	
	423.2.9.1 Two Doors. Single classroom units of Type III or V or Type VI (wood) construction shall have two (2) remotely located doors opening directly to the outside.	Revised 3/2/04.	
	423.28.9.2 Door and Rescue Window. Multi-classroom units of Type I, II or IV (non-combustible) construction have a primary exit door and an emergency rescue opening in each space occupied by ten (10) or more students, or by six (6) or more students for relocatables designed after October 18, 1994.	Revised 3/2/04.	
	423.28.2.12.1 Emergency Rescue. Each multi-classroom unit of Type I, II, or IV (non-combustible) construction has a single action operable window available for emergency rescue for each classroom or student occupied space.	Revised 3/2/04.	
	423.28.2.15 Child Care/TAP. Standard classroom units of Type III or VI (wood) construction housing birth to age three (3) children, including Teenage Parent Programs (TAP), are less than two thousand (2,000) gross square feet, and comply with additional safety requirements outlined in this section.	Revised 3/2/04.	
	423.28.2.19.1 Heat and Smoke Detectors in Wood Construction. In Type III, IV, or V and Type VI (wood) construction, heat or smoke detectors are installed in every classroom, unsupervised spaces, storage space, and custodial closets, and can activate the fire alarm.	Revised 3/2/04.	
	423.28.2.19.2 Heat and Smoke Detectors in Non-Combustible Construction. In Type I, or II IV (non-combustible) construction, heat or smoke detectors are installed in storage and custodial closets, and can activate the fire alarm.	Revised 3/2/04.	
	SECTION 424 SWIMMING POOLS AND BATHING PLACES (PUBLIC AND PRIVATE)	Add as new SECTION 424 SWIMMING POOLS AND BATHING PLACES (PUBLIC AND PRIVATE) .  (See s. 424, 2001 FBC)	
	Mod 931
424.1.3.1.9 All public pools shall be surrounded by a minimum 48 inch in height fence.  The fence shall be continuous around the perimeter of the pool area that is not otherwise blocked or obstructed by adjacent buildings or structures and shall adjoin with itself or abut to the adjacent members.  Access through the barrier other than from doored exits of adjacent building(s) shall be through self-closing self-latching lockable gates of 48 inch minimal height with the latch located near the top.  Consideration shall be given to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Pub. No. 362 guidelines.  Safety Covers that comply with ASTM Standard F1346 do not satisfy this requirement.	Add as a new section.	
	Mod 433
Table 424.1.6.1	Revise as noted in the attachment.	
	Mod 433
424.1.6.1 Sanitary Facilities. Separate sanitary facilities shall be provided and labeled for each sex and shall be located within a 200 foot radius of the nearest water’s edge of each pool served by the facilities.
Exception: Where a swimming pool serves only a designated group of residential dwelling units and not the general public, poolside sanitary facilities are not required if all living units are within a 200 foot radius of the nearest water’s edge, are not over three stories in height and are each equipped with private sanitary facilities.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 433
424.1.6.1.1 Required fixtures.  Fixtures shall be provided as indicated on Table 424.1.6.1. 
 
424.1.6.1.2 Outside access. [No change]	Change as noted. (See attached)	
	Mod 433
424.1.6.1.3 Sanitary facility floors.  Floors of sanitary facilities floors shall be constructed of concrete or other nonabsorbent materials, shall have a smooth, slip-resistant finish, and shall slope to floor drains.  Carpets, duckboards and footbaths are prohibited.  The intersection between the floor and walls shall be covered.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 949
424.2.6.1 Conformance standard.  Design, construction and workmanship shall be in conformity with the requirements of ANSI/NSPI 3-99; ANSI/NSPI 4-99; ANSI/NSPI 5-03; and ANSI/NSPI 6-92.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 953
424.2.6.3 Water velocity. Pool piping shall be designed so the water velocity will not exceed 10 ft/s for pressure piping and 8ft/s for suction piping, except that the water velocity shall not exceed 8 ft/s in copper tubing.

§424.2.6.5 Piping installation. All piping materials shall be installed in strict accordance with the manufacturer's installation standards.
  
Exception: Primer and glue on exposed aboveground piping not required to be colored. 	Change as noted.	
	Mod 955
424.2.7.2 Mounting Installation. Pumps shall be installed mounted on a substantial base in a manner that will eliminate strain on piping in accordance with manufacturer recommendations. 

424.2.8.3 Check valves. Where check valves are installed they shall be of the swing, spring or vertical check patterns.

424.2.12.1 Pressure test. All pool piping shall be inspected and approved before being covered or concealed.  It shall be tested and proved tight to the satisfaction of the administrative authority, under a static water or air pressure test of not less than 35 psi for 15 minutes.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 649
424.2.17.1.15  Adjacent Waterways.   Permanent natural or permanent man-made features such as bulkheads, canals, lakes, navigable waterways, etc., adjacent to a public or private swimming pool or spa may be permitted as a barrier when approved by the authority having jurisdiction.  When evaluating such barrier features, the authority may perform  on-site inspections and review evidence such as surveys, aerial photographs, water management agency standards and specifications, and any other similar documentation to verify, at a minimum, the following:    
1.  The barrier feature is not subject to natural changes, deviations, or alterations and is capable of providing an equivalent level of protection as that provided by the code.
      2.  The barrier feature clearly impedes, prohibits or restricts access to the swimming pool or spa.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 988
424.2.17.1.15 A mesh safety barrier meeting the requirements of 424.2.17 and the following minimum requirements shall be considered a barrier as defined in this section:

2. The mesh utilized in the barrier shall have a minimum tensile strength according to ASTM D5034-95 of 100 lbf., and a minimum ball burst strength according to ASTM D3787-89 of 150 lbf.  The mesh shall not be capable of deformation such that a ¼” round object could pass through the mesh.  The mesh shall receive a descriptive performance rating of “no discoloration” when tested according to ASTM G53-96 (Weatherability, 1200 hours).

The mesh shall receive a descriptive performance rating of no less than “trace discoloration” or “slight discoloration” when tested according to ASTM G53-96 (Weatherability, 1200 hours).	Change as noted.	
	Mod 958
424.2.18 Ladders and Steps. All pools whether public or private shall  be provided with a ladder or steps in the shallow end where water depth exceeds 24 inches.  In private pools where water depth exceeds 5 ft, there shall be ladders, stairs or underwater benches/swimouts in the deep end.  Where manufactured diving equipment is to be used, benches or swimouts shall be recessed or located in a corner.

Exception: In private pools having more than one shallow end, only one set of steps are required. A bench, swim-out  or ladder may be used at all additional shallow ends in lieu of an additional set of steps.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 959
424.2.21.2 Skimmers. Approved surface skimmers are required and shall be installed in strict accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions.  Skimmers shall be installed on the basis of one per 800 1000 sq ft of surface area or fraction thereof, and shall be designed for a flow rate of at least 25 gpm per skimmer.

Mod 960
424.2.21.5 Inlet fittings. Approved manufactured inlet fittings for the return of recirculated pool water shall be provided on the basis of at least one per 15,000 gal of pool capacity 300 SQ. ft of surface area.  Such inlet fittings shall be designed and constructed to insure an adequate seal to the pool structure and shall incorporate a convenient means of sealing for pressure testing of the pool circulation piping.  Where more than one inlet is required, the shortest distance between any two required inlets shall be at least 10 ft.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 554
424.2.22 Equipment Foundations and Enclosures.  All mechanical pool motors and equipment shall be set on a single concrete base or slab installed in compliance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.  All heating and electrical equipment, unless approved for outdoor installation, shall be adequately protected against the weather or installed within a building.	Change as noted.	
	SECTION 425 PUBLIC LODGING ESTABLISHMENTS	Add as new section 425 public lodging establishments. (See s. 425, 2001 FBC)	
	SECTION 426 PUBLIC FOOD SERVICE ESTABLISHMENTS	Add as section 426 Public Food Service Establishments . (See s. 426, 2001 FBC)	
	Mod 725
426.1 Public food service establishments or food establishments shall comply with design and construction standards as described in the 1999 Food Code and Chapter 509 Part I or Chapter 500 Florida Statutes as applicable. 

Note:  Other administrative and programmatic provisions may apply.  See Department of Business and Professional Regulation [DBPR] Rule 61Cj-4, Florida Administrative Code and Chapter 509 and Chapter 500, Florida Statutes.	Change as noted.	
	Mod 725
426.2 Definitions.
Public Food Service Establishments.  See Section 509.013 Florida Statutes.  Food Establishment.  See Section 500.03, Florida Statutes.	Change as noted.	
	SECTION 427 METAL HEALTH PROGRAMS	Add as new section 427 Metal Health Programs. (See 2001 FBC) 	
	SECTION 428 MANUFACTURED BUILDINGS	Add as new section 428 Manufactured Buildings.  (See 2001 FBC).	
	SECTION 429 BOOT CAMPS FOR CHILDREN	Add as new section 429 Boot Camps for Children.  (See 2001 FBC).	
	SECTION 430 MAUSOLEUMS AND COLUMBARIUMS	Add as new section 430 Mausoleums and columbariums.  (See 2001 FBC).	
	SECTION 431 TRANSIENT PUBLIC LODGING ESTABLISHMENTS	Add as new section 431 Transient Public Lodging Establishments. (See 2001 FBC)	
	SECTION 432 USE OF ASBESTOS IN NEW PUBLIC BUILDINGS OR BUILDINGS NEWLY CONSTRUCTED FOR LEASE TO GOVERNMENT ENTITIES-PROHIBITION 	ADD AS NEW SECTION 432 USE OF ASBESTOS IN NEW PUBLIC BUILDINGS OR BUILDINGS NEWLY CONSTRUCTED FOR LEASE TO GOVERNMENT ENTITIES-PROHIBITION. (SEE 2001 FBC)	
	SECTION 433 ADULT DAY CARE	ADD AS NEW SECTION 433 ADULT DAY CARE.  (SEE 2001 FBC). 	
	SECTION 434 ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES	ADD AS NEW SECTION 434 ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES. (SEE 2001 FBC)	
	SECTION 435 CONTROL OF RADIATION HAZARDS	ADD AS NEW SECTION 435 CONTROL RADIATION HAZARDS.  (See 2001 FBC)	
	SECTION 418 DAY- CARE OCCUPANCIES  	ADD AS NEW SECTION 436 DAY - CARE OCCUPANCIES. (See 2001 FBC)	
	418.8 Corridors.  Every interior corridor shall be constructed of walls having not less than a 1-hr fire resistance rating.
	Revised 418.8 to read as follows 3/2/04.

436.8 Corridors.  Every interior corridor shall be constructed of walls having not less than a 1-hr fire resistance rating.
Exceptions:
1.  In buildings protected throughout by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Sections 901.6 and 903.3.1 corridor walls shall not be required to be rated, provided that such walls form smoke partitions in accordance with Section 710.
2.  Where the corridor ceiling is an assembly having a 1-hour fire resistance rating where tested as a wall, the corridor walls shall be permitted to terminate at the corridor ceiling.
3.  Lavatories in unsprinklered buildings shall not be required to be separated from corridors, provided that they are separated from all other spaces by walls having not less than a 1-hour fire resistance rating in accordance with Section 709.
4.  Lavatories shall not be required to be separated from corridors, provided the building is protected throughout by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Sections 901.6 and 903.1.1.	
CHAPTER 5 GENERAL BUILDING HEIGHTS AND AREAS	CHAPTER 5 GENERAL BUILDING HEIGHTS AND AREAS		
503.1.1 Basements. Basements need not be included in the total allowable area provided they do not exceed the area permitted for a one-story building.
	§503.2.4 503.1.1 Basements. A basement of a building shall not count as a story, when applying Table 500 for allowable building height., if the upper surface of the first floor above such basement complies with all of the following:

1. is less than 7 ft (2134 mm) above grade,
2. is less than 7 ft (2134 mm) above finished ground level for more than 50 percent of the perimeter of a building, and
3. is less than 12 ft (3658 mm) above finished ground level around the entire building perimeter.

A basement is counted as a story when applying other sections of the code.

	Revise Section 503.1.1 Basements by deleting the entire text and substituting text as follows:

§503.2.4 503.1.1 Basements. A basement of a building shall not count as a story, when applying Table 503 for [revised 3/2/4] allowable building height., if the upper surface of the first floor above such basement complies with all of the following:

1. is less than 7 ft (2134 mm) above grade,
2. is less than 7 ft (2134 mm) above finished ground level for more than 50 percent of the perimeter of a building, and
3. is less than 12 ft (3658 mm) above finished ground level around the entire building perimeter.	
	§503.2.5 503.1.2 Group A and E basements. Group A and Group E basements used as classrooms or assembly rooms shall be counted as a story.	§503.2.5 503.1.2 Group A and E basements. Group A and Group E basements used as classrooms or assembly rooms shall be counted as a story.	
503.1.2 Special industrial occupancies. Buildings and structures designed to house low-hazard industrial processes that require large areas and unusual heights to accommodate craneways or special machinery and equipment including, among others, rolling mills; structural metal fabrication shops and foundries; or the production and distribution of electric, gas or steam power, shall be exempt from the height and area limitations of Table 503.		Delete Section 503.1.2 Special industrial occupancies in its entirety without substitutions. 	
503.2 Party walls. Any wall located on a property line between adjacent buildings, which is used or adapted for joint service
between the two buildings, shall be constructed as a fire wall in accordance with Section 705, without openings and shall create separate buildings.		Revised 3/2/04 to read as follows:
503.2 Party walls. Any wall located on a property line between adjacent buildings, which is used or adapted for joint service
between the two buildings, shall be constructed as a fire wall and shall provide a four hour fire resistance rating in accordance with Section 705, without openings and shall create separate buildings	
504.1 General. The heights permitted by Table 503 shall only be increased in accordance with this section.
Exception: The height of one-story aircraft hangars, aircraft paint hangars and buildings used for the manufacturing of aircraft shall not be limited if the building is provided
with an automatic fire-extinguishing system in accordance with Chapter 9 and is entirely surrounded by public ways or yards not less in width than one and one-half times the height of the building.

	§503.2.6 Special unlimited height

§503.2.6.1 The height of Group B, Group M and Group R occupancies of Type II construction shall not be limited, provided the fire resistance of all columns shall be not less than 3 hours and the other structural members including floors shall be not less than that shown in Chapter 6, but in no case less than 2 hours except that roofs and their supporting beams, girders, trusses and arches shall be not less than 1-½ hours.
	Revise Section 504.1 General by deleting the entire text and substituting the following new text.

§503.2.6   504.1 Special unlimited height.

§503.2.6.1 The height of Group B, Group M and Group R occupancies of Type II I -B construction shall not be limited, provided the fire resistance of all columns shall be not less than 3 hours and the other structural members including floors shall be not less than that shown in Chapter 6, but in no case less than 2 hours except that roofs and their supporting beams, girders, trusses and arches shall be not less than 1-½ hours.	
		Exception: The height of one-story aircraft hangars, aircraft paint hangars and buildings used for the manufacturing of aircraft shall not be limited if the building is provided with an automatic fire-extinguishing system in accordance with Chapter 9 and is entirely surrounded by public ways or yards not less in width than one and one-half times the height of the building.  [Revised 1/13/04]	
507.1 Nonsprinklered, one story. The area of a one-story, Group F-2 or S-2 building shall not be limited when the building
is surrounded and adjoined by publicways or yards not less than 60 feet (18 288 mm) in width.

507.3 Two story. The area of a two-story, Group B, F, M or S building shall not be limited when the building is provided with
an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 throughout, and is surrounded and adjoined by public ways or yards not less than 60 feet (18 288 mm) in width.	§503.4.1 The area of a one-story building of Group B, Group F, Group M or Group S occupancy shall not be limited provided the building is equipped with an approved automatic sprinkler system throughout, in accordance with §903, or other automatic extinguishing systems as approved by the building official, and is surrounded on all sides by a permanent open space of not less than 60 ft (18.3 m).  High-piled combustible storage shall be protected in accordance with Florida Fire Prevention
Code.	Delete Sections 507.1 and 507.3 without substitution. 

507.8 Group E buildings. The area of a one-story Group E building of Type II, IIIA or IV construction shall not be limited when the following criteria are met:
1. Each classroom shall have not less than two means of egress, with one of the means of egress being a direct exit to the outside of the building complying with Section
1017.
2. The building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1.
3. The building is surrounded and adjoined by public ways or yards not less than 60 feet (18 288 mm) in width.	§503.4.2 The area of a one-story building of Type IV construction used for Group E occupancy shall not be limited provided the building is equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with §903, is surrounded on all sides by a permanent open space
of not less than 60 ft (18.3 m), and is provided with 1-hour fire-resistant smokestop partitions dividing the building into areas not to exceed 30,000 sq ft (2787 m^2) in floor area.	Revise Section 507.8 as follows:

507.8 Group E buildings. The area of a one-story Group E building of Type II, IIIA or IV construction shall not be limited when the following criteria are met:
1. Each classroom shall have not less than two means of egress, with one of the means of egress being a direct exit to the outside of the building complying with Section 1017 or the building is provided with smoke barriers having a minimum 1-hour fire-resistance rating dividing the building into areas not to exceed 30,000 square feet (2,787 m2) in floor area. 
2. The building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1.
3. The building is surrounded and adjoined by public ways or yards not less than 60 feet (18 288 mm) in width.	

507.9 Motion picture theaters. In buildings of Type I or II construction, the area of one-story motion picture theaters shall not be limited when the building is provided with an automatic sprinkler system throughout in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 and is surrounded and adjoined by public ways or
yards not less than 60 feet (18 288 mm) in width.
	§503.4.3 One-story Group A buildings without a stage requiring proscenium opening protection of Type V 1-hour, IV or III construction which are surrounded on all sides by a permanent open space of not less than 60 ft (18.3 m), are provided with an approved automatic sprinkler system, and the assembly floor is located at, or within 21 inches (533 mm) of street or grade level and all exits meet the street or grade level by ramps having a slope not exceeding a 1:12 shall not be limited in area.	Delete Section 507.9, Motion Picture Theater and substitute the following new section:
 
§503.4.3 507.9 One-story Group A buildings without a stage requiring proscenium opening protection of Type V 1-hour, IV or III II, III - A or IV construction which are surrounded on all sides by a permanent open space of not less than 60 ft (18.3 m), are provided with an approved automatic sprinkler system, and the assembly floor is located at, or within 21 inches (533 mm) of street or grade level and all exits meet the street or grade level by ramps having a slope not exceeding a 1:12 shall not be limited in area.	
CHAPTER 6 TYPE OF CONSTRUCTION	CHAPTER 6 CONSTRUCTION TYPES		
Table 601 Fire-Resistance Rating Requirements for Building Elements (hours)

Table 602 Fire-Resistance Rating Requirements for Exterior walls Based on Fire Separation Distance.	TABLE 600
FIRE RESISTANCE RATINGS
REQUIRED FIRE RESISTANCE IN HOURS
	Revise Tables 601 and 602 for consistency with Table 600, FBC.  (See attached).
	
603.1.3 Electrical. The use of electrical wiring methods with combustible insulation, tubing, raceways and related components shall be permitted when installed in accordance with the limitations of the ICC Electrical Code.		Change reference from the “ the ICC Electrical Code” to the “ Chapter 27 of the Florida Building Code, Building ” as applicable.
[Revised 1/12/04]	
CHAPTER 7 FIRE - RESISTANCE - RATED CONSTRUCTION 	CHAPTER 7 FIRE RESISTANT MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION		
ss. 704.8.2, 706.1, 707, 716.2.2, 716.5.4, 716.6.1, 716.6.2, 716.6.3, 717.5, 719.		Change reference from the “International Mechanical Code, the International Fire Code or the International Plumbing  Code” to the “Florida Mechanical Code,  the Florida Fire Prevention Code or the Florida Plumbing Code, Building ” as applicable.	
705.1 General. Each portion of a building separated by one or more fire walls that comply with the provisions of this section
shall be considered a separate building. The extent and location of such fire walls shall provide a complete separation. Where a
fire wall also separates groups that are required to be separated by a fire barrier wall, the most restrictive requirements of each separation shall apply. Fire walls located on lot lines shall also comply with Section 503.2. Such fire walls (party walls) shall be constructed without openings.		Revised 3/2/04 as follows:
705.1 General. Each portion of a building separated by one or more fire walls that comply with the provisions of this section
shall be considered a separate building.  For the purposes of determining height and area in accordance with Table 503, fire walls dividing buildings into separate buildings shall provide a four hour fire resistant rating. The extent and location of such fire walls shall provide a complete separation. Where a fire wall also separates groups that are required to be separated by a fire barrier wall, the most restrictive requirements of each separation shall apply. Fire walls located on lot lines shall also comply with Section 503.2. Such fire walls (party walls) shall provide a four hour fire resistant rating and shall be constructed without openings.	
705.3 Materials. Fire walls shall be of any approved noncombustible materials.
Exception: Buildings of Type V construction.

705.4 Fire-resistance rating. Fire walls shall have a fire-resistance rating of not less than that required by Table 705.4.

Table 705.4 Fire Wall Fire Resistance Ratings.

	FIRE WALL. A 4-hour fire resistant wall, having protective openings, which restricts the spread of fire and extends continuously from the foundation to or through the roof, with sufficient structural stability under fire conditions to allow collapse of construction on either side without collapse of the wall.
	Revise Section 705.3 as follows:
705.3 Materials. Fire walls shall be constructed of any approved noncombustible materials.
Exception: Buildings of Type V construction.

705.4 Fire-resistance rating. Fire walls shall have a fire-resistance rating of not less than that required by Table 705.4. 4 hours.

Table 705.4 Fire Wall Fire Resistance Ratings.  Add footnote c to read as follows:
C. For the purposes of determiningt height and area in accordance with Table 503, fire walls dividing buildings into separate buildings shall provide a four hour fire resistant rating. 
 [Revised 3/2/04]	
	§704.4 Townhouse fire separation

§704.4.1 Each townhouse shall be considered a separate building and shall be separated from adjoining townhouses by a party wall complying with §704.4.2 or by the use of separate exterior walls meeting the requirements of Table 600 for zero clearance from property lines as required for the type of construction. Separate exterior walls shall include one of the following:

	Ad d 704.4, FBC as a new section 705.4.1 as follows:

§704.4 705.4.1 Townhouse fire separation

§704.4.1 705.4.1.1 Each townhouse shall be considered a separate building and shall be separated from adjoining townhouses by a party wall complying with §704.4.2 503.2 or by the use of separate exterior walls meeting the requirements of Tables 600 601 and 602 for zero clearance from property lines as required for the type of construction. Separate exterior walls shall include one of the following:	
	1. A parapet not less than 18 inches (457 mm) above the roof line.

2. Roof sheathing of noncombustible material or fire retardant treated wood, for not less than a 4 ft (1219 mm) width on each side of the exterior dividing wall.

3. One layer of 5/8 inch (15.9 mm) Type X gypsum board attached to the underside of roof decking, for not less than a 4 ft (1219 mm) width on each side of the exterior dividing wall.	1. A parapet not less than 18 inches (457 mm) above the roof line.

2. Roof sheathing of noncombustible material or fire retardant treated wood, for not less than a 4 ft (1219 mm) width on each side of the exterior dividing wall.

3. One layer of 5/8 inch (15.9 mm) Type X gypsum board attached to the underside of roof decking, for not less than a 4 ft (1219 mm) width on each side of the exterior dividing wall.	
	§704.4.2 When not more than 3 stories in height, townhouses may be separated by a single wall meeting the following requirements:
	Same as above.

§704.4.2 705.4.1.2 When not more than 3 stories in height, townhouses may be separated by a single wall meeting the following requirements:	
	1. Such wall shall provide not less than a 2-hour fire resistance rating. Plumbing, piping, ducts, electrical or other building services shall not be installed within or through the 2 hour wall, unless such materials and methods of penetration have been tested in accordance with §701.2.	1. Such wall shall provide not less than a 2-hour fire resistance rating. Plumbing, piping, ducts, electrical or other building services shall not be installed within or through the 2 hour wall, unless such materials and methods of penetration have been tested in accordance with §701.2.	
	2. Such wall shall be continuous from the foundation to the underside of the roof sheathing or shall have a parapet extending not less than 18 inches (457 mm) above the roof line.  When such wall terminates at the underside of the roof sheathing, the roof sheathing for not less than a 4 ft (1219 mm) width on each side of the wall shall be of noncombustible material, or fire retardant treated wood, or one layer of 5/8 inch (15.9 mm) Type X gypsum wallboard attached to the underside of the roof decking.	2. Such wall shall be continuous from the foundation to the underside of the roof sheathing or shall have a parapet extending not less than 18 inches (457 mm) above the roof line.  When such wall terminates at the underside of the roof sheathing, the roof sheathing for not less than a 4 ft (1219 mm) width on each side of the wall shall be of noncombustible material, or fire retardant treated wood, or one layer of 5/8 inch (15.9 mm) Type X gypsum wallboard attached to the underside of the roof decking.	
	3. Each dwelling unit sharing such wall shall be designed and constructed to maintain its structural integrity independent of the unit on the opposite side of the wall.

EXCEPTION: Said wall may be penetrated by roof and floor structural members provided that the fire resistance rating and the structural integrity of the wall is maintained.
	Same as above.

3. Each dwelling unit sharing such wall shall be designed and constructed to maintain its structural integrity independent of the unit on the  opposite side of the wall.

EXCEPTION: Said wall may be penetrated by roof and floor structural members provided that the fire resistance rating and the structural integrity of the wall is maintained.	
SECTION 708
FIRE PARTITIONS
708.1 General. The following wall assemblies shall comply with this section.
1. Walls separating dwelling units in the same building.
2. Walls separating sleeping units in occupancies in Group R-1, hotel occupancies, R-2 and I-1.
3. Walls separating tenant spaces in covered mall buildings as required by Section 402.7.2.
4. Corridor walls as required by Section 1016.1.

	§704.3 Tenant fire separation

§704.3.1 In a building or portion of a building of a single occupancy classification, when enclosed spaces are provided for separate tenants, such spaces shall be separated by not less than 1- hour fire resistance.

EXCEPTION: In Group B and Group S occupancies, partitions not rated for fire resistance may be used to separate tenants provided no area between partitions rated at 1 hour or more exceeds 3,000 sq ft (278.7 m^2).

	SECTION 708
FIRE PARTITIONS
708.1 General. The following wall assemblies shall comply with this section.
1. Walls separating dwelling units in the same building.
2. Walls separating sleeping units in occupancies in Group R-1, hotel occupancies, R-2 and I-1.
3. Walls separating tenant spaces in covered mall buildings as required by Section 402.7.2.
4. Corridor walls as required by Section 1016.1.
5. Wall separating individual tenant spaces.
Exception: In Group B and S occupancies walls used to separate tenants shall not be required to have fire-resistance rating provided no area between fir partitions having a 1 hour fire-resistance rating exceeds 3,000 square feet (279 m2). 	
 713.4 Exterior curtain wall/floor intersection. Where fire- resistance-rated floor or floor/ceiling assemblies are required, voids created at the intersection of the exterior curtain wall assemblies and such floor assemblies shall be sealed with an approved material or system to prevent the interior spread of fire. Such material or systems shall be securely installed and capable of preventing the passage of flame and hot gases sufficient to ignite cotton waste where subjected to ASTM E 119 time-temperature fire conditions under a minimum positive pressure differential of 0.01 inch of water (2.49 Pa) for the time period at least equal to the fire-resistance rating of the floor assembly. Height and fire-resistance requirements for curtain wall spandrels shall comply with Section 704.9.	3. Each dwelling unit sharing such wall shall be designed and constructed to maintain its structural integrity independent of the unit on the opposite side of the wall.

EXCEPTION: Said wall may be penetrated by roof and floor structural members provided that the fire resistance rating and the structural integrity of the wall is maintained.
	Same as above.

3. Each dwelling unit sharing such wall shall be designed and constructed to maintain its structural integrity independent of the unit on the  opposite side of the wall.

EXCEPTION: Said wall may be penetrated by roof and floor structural members provided that the fire resistance rating and the structural integrity of the wall is maintained.	
715.2	Fire-resistance-rated glazing.	Labeled fire-resistance-rated glazing tested as part of a fire-resistance-rated wall assembly per ASTM E 119 are exempt with this section.			Revise to read as follows:	
715.2 Fire-resistance-rated glazing. Labeled fire-resistance- rated glazing tested as part of a fire-resistance-rated wall assembly in accordance withASTME119, NFPA 252, or NFPA 257 shall not be required to comply with this section.	
		Add new section to read as follows:
Section 715.4.10 Doors for area of refuge Testing shall be conducted in accordance with UL 1784. If all doors, is a code change.	
716.5.2 Fire barriers. Duct and air transfer openings of fire barriers shall be protected with approved fire dampers installed
in accordance with their listing.
Exception: Fire dampers are not required at penetrations of fire barriers where any of the following apply:
1. Penetrations are tested in accordance with ASTM E119 as part of the fire-resistance-rated assembly.
2. Ducts are used as part of an approved smoke control system in accordance with Section 909.
3. Such walls are penetrated by ducted  HVAC systems, have a required fire-resistance rating of 1 hour or less, are in areas of other than Group H and are in buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2. For the purposes of this exception, a ducted HVAC system shall be a duct system for conveying supply, return or exhaust air as part of the structure’s HVAC system. Such a duct system shall be constructed of sheet steel not less than 26 gage thickness and shall be continuous from the air-handling appliance or equipment to the air outlet and inlet terminals.
	§705.1.2.2 Fire dampers

§705.1.2.2.1 Fire dampers, installed in accordance with manufacturer's installation instructions, shall be provided in ducts penetrating walls or partitions having a fire resistance rating of 1 hour or more.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Where branch ducts connect to return risers in which the air flow is upward and subducts at least 22 inches (559 mm) long are carried up inside the riser at each inlet.

2. In duct systems of any duct materials or combinations thereof allowed by Chapter 6 of the Florida Building Code, Mechanical penetrating 1-hour walls or partitions, where the duct penetrating the rated wall or partition meets all of the following minimum         requirements:

	Revise Section 716.2 as follows:
716.5.2 Fire barriers. Duct and air transfer openings of fire barriers shall be protected with approved fire dampers installed in accordance with their listing.
Exception: Fire dampers are not required at penetrations of fire barriers where any of the following apply:
1. Penetrations are tested in accordance with ASTM E119 as part of the fire-resistance-rated assembly.
2. Ducts are used as part of an approved smoke control system in accordance with Section 909.
3. Such walls are penetrated by ducted HVAC systems, have a required fire-resistance rating of 1 hour or less, are in areas of other than Group H and are in buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2 comply with the provisions set forth in the Exception to Section 716.5.4. For the purposes of this exception, a ducted HVAC system shall be a duct system for conveying supply, return or exhaust air as part of the structure’s HVAC system. Such a duct system shall be constructed of sheet steel not less than 26 gage thickness and shall be continuous from the air-handling appliance or equipment to the air outlet and inlet terminals.	
2.2. Ducts are used as part of an approved
smoke control system, designed and installed in accordance with Section 909,
and where the smoke damper will interfere
with the operation of the smoke
control system, or
3. Smoke dampers are not required at penetration of exhaust or supply shafts in parking garages that are separated from other building shafts by not less than 2-hour fire-resistance-rated construction.	1. the duct shall not exceed one 100 square inches (0.06 m^2),
2. the duct shall be of 0.0217 inch (0.55 mm) minimum steel,
3. the duct shall continue with no duct openings for not less than 5 ft (1.5 m) from the rated wall,
4. the duct shall be installed above a ceiling, and,
5. the duct does not terminate at a wall register in the rated wall.	See above.	
716.5.4 Fire partitions. Duct penetrations in fire partitions shall be protected with approved fire dampers installed in accordance with their listing.
Exceptions: In occupancies other than Group H, fire dampers are not required where any of the following apply:
1. The partitions are tenant separation and corridor walls in buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section
903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2 and the duct is
protected as a through penetration in accordance with section 712.
2. The duct system is constructed of approved materials in accordance with the International Mechanical Code and the duct penetrating the wall meets all of the following minimum requirements:		Revise Section 716.5.4 as follows:
716.5.4 Fire partitions. Duct penetrations in fire partitions shall be protected with approved fire dampers installed in accordance with their listing.
Exceptions: In occupancies other than Group H, fire dampers are not required where any of the following apply:
1. The partitions are tenant separation and corridor walls in buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section
903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2 and the duct is
protected as a through penetration in accordance with section 712.
2. 1. The duct system is constructed of approved materials in accordance with the International Florida Mechanical Code and the duct penetrating the wall meets all of the following minimum requirements:	
2.1. The duct shall not exceed 100 square inches (0.06 m2).
2.2. The duct shall be constructed of steel a minimum of 0.0217 inch (0.55 mm) in thickness.
2.3. The duct shall not have openings that communicate the corridor with adjacent spaces or rooms.
2.4. The duct shall be installed above a ceiling.		2.1. The duct shall not exceed 100 square inches (0.06 m2).
2.2. The duct shall be constructed of steel a minimum of 0.0217 inch (0.55 mm) in thickness.
2.3. The duct shall not have openings that communicate the corridor with adjacent spaces or rooms.
2.4. The duct shall be installed above a ceiling.	
2.5. The duct shall not terminate at awall register in the fire-resistance-rated wall.
2.6. A minimum 12-inch-long (0.30 m) by 0.060-inch-thick (1.52 mm) steel sleeve shall be centered in each duct opening. The sleeve shall be secured to both sides of the wall and all four sides of the sleeve with minimum 11/2-inch by 11/2-inch by 0.060-inch (0.038 m by 0.038 m by 1.52 mm) steel retaining angles. The retaining angles shall be secured to the sleeve and the
wall with No. 10 (M5) screws. The annular space between the steel sleeve and wall opening shall be filled with rock (mineral) wool batting on all sides.		2.5. The duct shall not terminate at awall register in the fire-resistance-rated wall.
2.6. A minimum 12-inch-long (0.30 m) by 0.060-inch-thick (1.52 mm) steel sleeve shall be centered in each duct opening. The sleeve shall be secured to both sides of the wall and all four sides of the sleeve with minimum 11/2-inch by 11/2-inch by 0.060-inch (0.038 m by 0.038 m by 1.52 mm) steel retaining angles. The retaining angles shall be secured to the sleeve and the wall with No. 10 (M5) screws. The annular space between the steel sleeve and wall opening shall be filled with rock (mineral) wool batting on all sides.	
CHAPTER 8 INTERIOR FINISHES	CHAPTER 8 INTERIOR FINISHES	No change.	
CHAPTER 9 FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS	CHAPTER 9 FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS		
901.2 Fire protection systems. Fire protection systems shall be installed, repaired, operated and maintained in accordance with this code and the International.  Any fire protection system for which an exception or reduction to the provisions of this code has been granted shall be considered to be a required system.
Exception: Any fire protection system or portion thereof not required by this code shall be permitted to be installed
for partial or complete protection provided that such system meets the requirements of this code.  sprinkler systems in one- and two-family dwellings.
		Revise 901.2 as noted.
901.2 Fire protection systems. Fire protection systems shall be installed, repaired, operated and maintained in accordance with this code and the International the Florida Fire Prevention Code.  Any fire protection system for which an exception or reduction to the provisions of this code has been granted shall be considered to be a required system.
Exception: Any fire protection system or portion thereof not required by this code shall be permitted to be installed
for partial or complete protection provided that such system meets the requirements of this code.  sprinkler systems in one- and two-family dwellings.	
901.3 Modifications. No person shall remove or modify any fire protection system installed or maintained under the provisions of this code or the International the without approval by the building official.		Revise 901.3 as noted.
901.3 Modifications. No person shall remove or modify any fire protection system installed or maintained under the provisions of this code or the International the Florida Fire Prevention Code without approval by the building official.	
901.5 Acceptance tests. Fire protection systems shall be tested in accordance with the requirements of this code and the International Code. When required, the tests shall be conducted in the presence of the building official. Tests required by this code, the International Code and the standards listed in this code shall be conducted at the expense of the owner or the owner’s representative. It shall be unlawful to occupy portions of a structure until the required fire protection systems within that portion of the structure have been tested and approved.
		Revise 901.5 as noted.
901.5 Acceptance tests. Fire protection systems shall be tested in accordance with the requirements of this code and
the International  the Fire Prevention Code. When required, the tests shall be conducted in the presence of the building official. Tests required by this code, the International Florida Fire Prevention Code and the standards listed in this code shall be conducted at the expense of the owner or the owner’s representative. It shall be unlawful to occupy portions of a structure until the required fire protection systems within that portion of the structure have been tested and approved.	
901.6.1 Automatic sprinkler systems. Automatic sprinkler systems shall be monitored by an approved supervising station.
 Exceptions:
 1.  A supervising station is not required for automatic sprinkler systems protecting one- and two-family dwellings.
 2.  Limited area systems serving fewer than 20 sprinklers.		Revise 901.6 as noted
901.6.1 Automatic sprinkler systems. Automatic sprinkler systems shall be monitored by an approved supervising station. for integrity in accordance with NFPA 72®, National Fire Alarm Code
 Exceptions:
 1.  A supervising station is not required for automatic sprinkler systems protecting one- and two-family dwellings.
 2.  Limited area systems serving fewer than 20 sprinklers.	
[F] 903.2 Where required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be provided in the locations described in this section.
Exception: Spaces or areas in telecommunications buildings used exclusively for telecommunications equipment, associated electrical power distribution equipment, batteries and standby engines, provided those spaces or areas are equipped throughout with an automatic fire alarm system and are separated from the remainder of the building by a wall with a fire-resistance rating of not less than 1 hour and a
floor/ceiling assembly with a fire-resistance rating of not less than 2 hours.		Deleted exception 3/2/04.

[F] 903.2 Where required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be provided in the locations described in this section.
Exception: Spaces or areas in telecommunications buildings used exclusively for telecommunications equipment, associated electrical power distribution equipment, batteries and standby engines, provided those spaces or areas are equipped throughout with an automatic fire alarm system and are separated from the remainder of the building by a wall with a fire-resistance rating of not less than 1 hour and a
floor/ceiling assembly with a fire-resistance rating of not less than 2 hours.	
[F] 903.2.1 Group A. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings and portions thereof used as Group A occupancies as provided in this section. For Group A-1, A-2, A-3 and A-4 occupancies, the automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout the floor area where the Group A-1, A-2, A-3 or A-4 occupancy is located, and in all floors between the Group A occupancy and the level of exit discharge. For Group A-5 occupancies, the automatic sprinkler system shall be provided in the spaces indicated in Section 903.2.1.5.	§903.7.2.4 In addition to sprinklers as may be required by Table 500, buildings containing assembly occupancies with occupant loads greater than 300 shall be protected by an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with §903.2 as follows:

1. Throughout the story containing the assembly occupancy; and

2. Throughout all stories below the story containing the assembly occupancy; and

3. In the case of an assembly occupancy located below the level of exit discharge, throughout all stories intervening between that story and the level of exit discharge including the level of exit discharge.	Section 903.7.2.4 is covered by s. 903.2.1.  Thus, no change is needed.

	
[F] 903.2.1.1 Group A-1. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-1 occupancies where one of the following conditions exists:
1. The fire area exceeds 12,000 square feet (1115 m2).
2. The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more.
3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge.
4. The fire area contains a multitheater complex.	EXCEPTIONS:

1. Assembly occupancies used primarily for worship with fixed seating and not part of a mixed occupancy.

2. Assembly occupancies consisting of a single multipurpose room of less than 12,000 sq ft (1100 sq m) and not used for exhibition or display.	Same as above.

	
[F] 903.2.1.2 Group A-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-2 occupancies where one of the following conditions exists:
1. The fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet (464.5m2).
2. The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more.
3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge.

[F] 903.2.1.3 Group A-3. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-3 occupancies where one of the following conditions exists:
1. The fire area exceeds 12,000 square feet (1115m2).
2. The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more.
3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge.	3. Gymnasiums, skating rinks, and swimming pools used exclusively for participant sports with no audience facilities for more than
300 persons.

4. In stadia and arenas, sprinklers shall be permitted to be omitted over the floor area used for contest, performance, or entertainment; over the seating areas; and over open-air concourses where an approved engineering analysis substantiates the ineffectiveness of the sprinkler protection due to building height and combustible loading.

5. In unenclosed stadia and arenas, sprinklers shall be permitted to be omitted in the following areas:

(1) Press boxes less than 1000 ft^2 (93 m^2)

(2) Storage facilities less than 1000 ft^2 (93 m^2).	Same as above.   Revised to add exception 1/21/04.

[F] 903.2.1.2 Group A-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-2 occupancies where one of the following conditions exists:
1. The fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet (464.5m2).
2. The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more.
Exception: night clubs or similar usage when occupant load is 100 or more.
3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge.
	
Exception: Areas used exclusively as participant sports areas where the main floor area is located at the same level as the level of exit discharge of the main
entrance and exit.	12.3.5 Exception 1.
Assembly occupancies used primarily for worship with fixed seating and not part of a mixed occupancy.	Modify Group A-3 to provide for an exception for places of worship to eliminate conflict with the Florida Fire Prevention Code.
Revised 3/2/04 to add exception for worship.
Exceptions:
1. Areas used exclusively as participant sports areas where the main floor area is located at the same level as the level of exit discharge of the main entrance and exit.
2. Assembly occupancies used primarily for worship with fixed seating and not part of a mixed occupancy.	
[F] 903.2.1.4 Group A-4. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-4 occupancies where one
of the following conditions exists:
1. The fire area exceeds 12,000 square feet (1115m2).
2. The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more.
3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge.
Exception: Areas used exclusively as participant sports areas where the main floor area is located at the
same level as the level of exit discharge of the main entrance and exit.
[F] 903.2.1.5 Group A-5. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided in concession stands, retail areas, press boxes and other accessory use areas in excess of 1,000 square feet (93 m2).	(3) Enclosed areas underneath grandstands that are kept free of flammable or combustible materials, that are not greater
than 300 ft^2 (28 m^2), of noncombustible material or fire
resistive construction; or, are not greater than 1000 ft^2
(93 m^2) and of one-hour fire resistant construction.  Such
enclosed areas shall be in facilities not required to be
sprinklered by other provisions of this code.
	Same as above.	
 [F] 903.2.2 Group E. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group E occupancies as follows:
 1.  Throughout all Group E fire areas greater than 20,000 square feet (1858 m2) in area.
 2.  Throughout every portion of educational buildings below the level of exit discharge.
 Exception: An automatic sprinkler system is not required in any fire area or area below the level of exit discharge where every classroom throughout the building has at least one exterior exit door at ground level.		Revise 903.2.2 as noted 1/21/04. 
 [F] 903.2.2 Group E. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group E occupancies as follows:
 1.  Throughout all Group E fire areas greater than 20,000 square feet (1858 m2) in area.
 2.  Throughout every portion of educational buildings below the level of exit discharge.
 Exception: An automatic sprinkler system is not required in any fire area or area below the level of exit discharge where every classroom throughout the building has at least one exterior exit door at ground level.	
 [F] 903.2.10.3 Buildings over 55 feet in height. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout buildings with a floor level having an occupant load of 30 or more that is located 55 feet (16 764 mm) or more above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.
 Exceptions:
 1.  Airport control towers.
 2.  Open parking structures.
 3.  Occupancies in Group F-2.	§903.8 Buildings three stories or more in height.

§903.8.1 Any building which is of three stories or more in height shall be equipped with an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with §903.1.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Single-family and two-family dwellings.

2. A stand-alone parking garage constructed with noncombustible materials, the design of which is such that all levels of the garage are uniformly open to the atmoshpere on all sides with the percentages of openings equal to or greater than those specified at §411. Such garages shall be separated from any other structure by not less than 20 ft.

3. Telecommunication spaces located within telecommunication buildings, if the spaces are equipped to meet an equivalent fire-prevention standard approved by both the Florida Building Commission and the State Fire Marshal.	Note: See Florida Specific requirements.  Replace 903.2.10.3 with s. 903.8, FBC.

	4. Telecommunications spaces within telecommunication buildings, if the telecommunications space is equipped with:

1. Air sampling smoke detection.

2. Remote, propietary or central station fire alarm monitoring.

3. Automatic smoke exhaust system.

4. One hour fire resistance wall separating the telecommunications space from the adjacent areas on the same floor.

5. Two-hour floor/ceiling assembly separating the telecommunications space from adjacent floors.

6. All other portions ancillary to the telecommunications equipment area shall be provided with fire sprinkler protection.	See above.	
	§903.8.2 The National Fire Protection Association Standard 101, as regarding the requirements for fire protection sprinklers, is applicable to all multiple-family residential buildings, whether designated as
townhouses, condominiums, "apartment houses, tenements, garden apartments or by any other name." The Attorney General has determined that for the purpose of the fire protection sprinkler requirements in Section  553.895(2), Florida Statutes,	See above.	
	townhouses that are three or more stories tall and consist of three or more units together are multiple-family dwellings.  Therefore, these types of townhouses are not exempt from  being considered for the requirements to provide fire protection sprinklers (even if there are any other definitions that define townhouse as single-family residences).  When determining whether townhouses   require fire protection sprinkler systems, the building official must consider in parallel:  (a) The Attorney General's opinion defining the statutory language for townhouses; and (b) The Building Code requirements, including all life-safety chapters, that provide additional determining criteria, such as construction types, fire-resistance, fire protection systems and egress; and (c) The NFPA 101 egress and protection
determining criteria.  The more restrictive criteria are then applied.	See above.	
	903.3.1.4 In Group R4 Small Facilities an automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with NFPA 13D or NFPA 13R in accordance with their scopes, shall be permitted provided the automatic sprinkler system shall not be considered an alternate to other requirements of the code.	Add as a new section 903.3.1.4 Mod 489 [1/21/04]	
[F] 903.3.5.1.1 Limited area sprinkler systems. Limited area sprinkler systems serving fewer than 20 sprinklers on any single connection are permitted to be connected to the domestic service where a wet automatic standpipe is not available. Limited area sprinkler systems connected to domestic water supplies shall comply with each of the following requirements:
 1.  Valves shall not be installed between the domestic water riser control valve and the sprinklers.
Exception: An approved indicating control valve supervised in the open position in accordance with Section 903.4.
 2.  The domestic service shall be capable of supplying the simultaneous domestic demand and the sprinkler demand required to be hydraulically calculated by NFPA 13, NFPA 13R or NFPA 13D.		Note:  Revise 903.3.5.1.1 as noted for consistency with NFPA 101 s 9.7.1.2.
[F] 903.3.5.1.1 Limited area sprinkler systems. Limited area sprinkler systems serving fewer than 20 6 sprinklers or less on any single connection are permitted to be connected to the domestic service where a wet automatic standpipe is not available. Limited area sprinkler systems connected to domestic water supplies shall comply with each of the following requirements:
 1.  Valves shall not be installed between the domestic water riser control valve and the sprinklers.
Exception: An approved indicating control valve supervised in the open position in accordance with Section 903.4.
 2.  The domestic service shall be capable of supplying the simultaneous domestic demand and the sprinkler demand required to be hydraulically calculated by NFPA 13, NFPA 13R or NFPA 13D.	
[F] 903.4 Sprinkler system monitoring and alarms. All valves controlling the water supply for automatic sprinkler systems, pumps, tanks, water levels and temperatures, critical air pressures and water-flow switches on all sprinkler systems shall be electrically.
 Exceptions:
 1.  Automatic sprinkler systems protecting one- and two-family dwellings.
 2.  Limited area systems serving fewer than 20 sprinklers.
 3.  Automatic sprinkler systems installed in accordance with NFPA 13R where a common supply main is used to supply both domestic water and the automatic sprinkler systems and a separate shutoff valve for the automatic sprinkler system is not provided.
		Note:  Revise 903.4 for consistency with 9.7.2.1 as noted.
[Revised 1/21/04]
[F] 903.4 Sprinkler system monitoring and alarms. All valves controlling the water supply for automatic sprinkler systems, pumps, tanks, water levels and temperatures, critical air pressures and water-flow switches on all sprinkler systems shall be electrically supervised in accordance with NFPA 72.
 Exceptions:
 1.  Automatic sprinkler systems protecting one- and two-family dwellings.
 2.  Limited area systems serving fewer than 6 20 sprinklers.
 3.  Automatic sprinkler systems installed in accordance with NFPA 13R where a common supply main is used to supply both domestic water and the automatic sprinkler systems and a separate shutoff valve for the automatic sprinkler system is not provided.	
4.  Jockey pump control valves that are sealed or locked in the open position.
 5.  Control valves to commercial kitchen hoods, paint spray booths or dip tanks that are sealed or locked in the open position.
 6.  Valves controlling the fuel supply to fire pump engines that are sealed or locked in the open position.
 7.  Trim valves to pressure switches in dry, preaction and deluge sprinkler systems that are sealed or locked in the open position.		4.  Jockey pump control valves that are sealed or locked in the open position.
 5.  Control valves to commercial kitchen hoods, paint spray booths or dip tanks that are sealed or locked in the open position.
 6.  Valves controlling the fuel supply to fire pump engines that are sealed or locked in the open position.
 7.  Trim valves to pressure switches in dry, preaction and deluge sprinkler systems that are sealed or locked in the open position.	
	§903.8 Buildings three stories or more in height.

§903.8.1 Any building which is of three stories or more in height shall be equipped with an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with §903.1.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Single-family and two-family dwellings.

2. A stand-alone parking garage constructed with noncombustible materials, the design of which is such that all levels of the garage are uniformly open to the atmoshpere on all sides with the percentages of openings equal to or greater than those specified at §411. Such garages shall be separated from any other structure by not less than 20 ft.  A stand-alone parking garage is one that is used solely for the parking of vehicles, and does not have any other occupancy group in the building.	Add as new section 903.6. [1/21/04]

Add Florida specific provisions (telecommunications) 3/2/04.

 3. Telecommunication spaces located within telecommunication
buildings, if the spaces are equipped to meet an equivalent fire-prevention standard approved by both the Florida Building Commission and the State Fire Marshal.
4. Telecommunications spaces within telecommunication buildings, if the telecommunications space is equipped with:
1. Air sampling smoke detection.
2. Remote, propietary or central station fire alarm monitoring.
3. Automatic smoke exhaust system.
4. One hour fire resistance wall separating the telecommunications space from the adjacent areas on the same floor.
5. Two-hour floor/ceiling assembly separating the telecommunications space from adjacent floors.
6. All other portions ancillary to the telecommunications equipment area shall be provided with fire sprinkler protection.	
		Same as above.
7.  Sprinkler systems installed solely as a requirement of s. 903.6 may be an NFPA 13R or NFPA 13E system in accordance with their scopes.	
904.2.1		Revised to change International Fire Code to Florida Fire Prevention Code.	
 [F] 904.3.1 Electrical wiring. Electrical wiring shall be in accordance with the ICC Electrical Code 		Note: Revise 904.3.1 as noted
 [F] 904.3.1 Electrical wiring. Electrical wiring shall be in accordance with the ICC Electrical Code Chapter 27 of this Code. 	
904.11		Revised to change International Mechanical Code to Florida Building Code, Mechanical.	

[F] 905.1 General. Standpipe systems shall be provided in all new buildings and structures in which accordance with this section. 
Fire hose threads used in connection with standpipe systems shall be approved and shall be compatible with fire department hose threads. The location of fire department hose connections shall be approved. In buildings used for high-piled combustible storage, fire protection shall be in accordance with the International Code.		Revise  905.1 as noted.
[Revised 1/21/04 per Mod 537.]
[F] 905.1 General. Standpipe systems shall be provided in all new buildings and structures in which accordance with this section. 
1.	The highest floor is greater than 30 ft (9144 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access or;
2.	The highest floor is more than three stories above grade or;
3.	The lowest floor is more than one story below grade or;
4.	The lowest floor is more than 20 ft (6.1 m) below grade. 
Fire hose threads used in connection with standpipe systems shall be approved and shall be compatible with fire department hose threads. The location of fire department hose connections shall be approved. In buildings used for high-piled combustible storage, fire protection shall be in accordance with the International Florida Fire Prevention Code.	
[F] 905.3.1 Building height. Class III standpipe systems shall be installed throughout buildings where the floor level of the highest story is located more than 30 feet (9144 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access, or where the floor level of the lowest story is located more than 30 feet (9144mm)below the highest level of fire department vehicle access.	§904.3.6 In a building less than 75 feet in height which is protected throughout with an approved and maintained fire sprinkler system, a manual wet standpipe, as defined in the National Fire Protection
Association Standard 14, Standard for the Installation of Standpipe Private Hydrant and Hose Systems, shall be allowed.

	No change needed.  Covered in 905.3.

Revise 905.3.1 as noted for consistency with 11.8.2.2.
[Revised 1/21/04.]
 [F] 905.3.1 Building height. Class III standpipe systems shall be installed throughout buildings where the floor level of the highest story is located more than 30 feet (9144 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access, or where the floor level of the lowest story is located more than 30 feet (9144 mm) below the highest level of fire department vehicle access.  High-rise buildings shall be protected throughout by a Class I standpipe system.	
Exceptions:
1. Class I standpipes are allowed in buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2.
 2. Class I manual standpipes are allowed in open parking garages where the highest floor is located not more than 150 feet (45 720 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.
3. Class I manual dry standpipes are allowed in open parking garages that are subject to freezing temperatures, provided that the hose connections are located as required for Class II standpipes in accordance with Section 905.5.
4. Class I standpipes are allowed in basements equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system.		Same as above.
Add exception:
5.  In buildings less than 75 feet in height which are protected throughout with an approved and maintained fire sprinkler system, a manual wet standpipe, as defined in the National Fire Protection Association Standard 14, Standard for the Installation of Standpipe, Private Hydrant, and Hose Systems, shall be allowed.	
[F] 905.3.2 Group A. Class I automatic wet standpipes shall be provided in nonsprinklered Group A buildings having an occupant load exceeding 1,000 persons.
Exceptions:
1. Open-air-seating spaces without enclosed spaces.
2. Class I automatic dry and semiautomatic dry standpipes or manual wet standpipes are allowed in buildings where the highest floor surface used for human occupancy is 75 feet (22 860 mm) or less above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.		See above.	
	§905.1.5.2 Accessibility.  Every required fire alarm system shall include visible alarm indicating appliances in public and common areas. For more specific accessibility requirements related to alarm indicating appliances, refer to §905.1.5.5 and §11-4.28.	Add s.905.1.5.2 as new section 907.1.3.	
906.1		Revised to change International Fire Code to Florida Fire Prevention Code.	
 [F] 907.2.2 Group B. A manual fire alarm system shall be installed in Group B occupancies having an occupant load of 500 or more persons or more than 100 persons above or below the lowest level of exit discharge.
 Exception: Manual fire alarm boxes are not required where the building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system and the alarm notification appliances will activate upon sprinkler water flow.

		Revise 907.2 as noted.
 [F] 907.2.2 Group B. A manual fire alarm system shall be installed in Group B occupancies having an occupant load of 500 or more persons or more than 100 persons above or below the lowest level of exit discharge.
 Exception: Manual fire alarm boxes are not required where the building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system and the alarm notification appliances will activate upon sprinkler water flow.
A fire alarm system in accordance with Section 9.6  9.7 shall be provided in all business occupancies where any one of the following conditions exists:
(1) The building is two or more stories in height above the level of exit discharge.
(2) The occupancy is subject to 50 or more occupants above or below the level of exit discharge.
(3) The occupancy is subject to 300 or more total occupants.	
[F] 907.2.4 Group F. A manual fire alarm system shall be installed in Group F occupancies that are two or more stories in height and have an occupant load of 500 or more above or below the lowest level of exit discharge.
 Exception: Manual fire alarm boxes are not required if the building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system and the notification appliances will activate upon sprinkler water flow.
		Revise 907.2.4 as noted.
[F] 907.2.4 Group F. A manual fire alarm system shall be installed in Group F occupancies that are two or more stories in height and have an occupant load of 500 or more above or below the lowest level of exit discharge.
 Exception: Manual fire alarm boxes are not required if the building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system and the notification appliances will activate upon sprinkler water flow.
A fire alarm system shall be required in accordance with Section 9.6  9.7 for industrial occupancies, unless the total capacity of the building is under 100 persons and of these fewer than 25 persons are above or below the level of exit discharge.	
 [F] 907.2.9 Group R-2. A manual fire alarm system shall be installed in Group R-2 occupancies where:
 1.  Any dwelling unit or sleeping unit is located three or more stories above the lowest level of exit discharge;
 2.  Any dwelling unit or sleeping unit is located more than one story below the highest level of exit discharge of exits serving the dwelling unit or sleeping unit; or
 3.  The building contains more than 16 dwelling units or sleeping units.
		Revise both 907.2.9  and 30.3.4.1.1 as noted.
 [F] 907.2.9 Group R-2. A manual fire alarm system shall be installed in Group R-2 occupancies where:
 1.  Any dwelling unit or sleeping unit is located three or more stories above the lowest level of exit discharge;
 2.  Any dwelling unit or sleeping unit is located more than one story below the highest level of exit discharge of exits serving the dwelling unit or sleeping unit; or
 3.  The building contains more than 16 11 dwelling units or sleeping units.	

 [F] 907.2.10.1.1 Group R-1. Single- or multiple-station smoke alarms shall be installed in all of the following locations in Group R-1:
 1.  In sleeping areas.
 2.  In every room in the path of the means of egress from the sleeping area to the door leading from the sleeping unit.
3.	In each story within the sleeping unit, including basements. For sleeping units with split levels and without an intervening door between the adjacent levels, a smoke alarm installed on the upper level shall suffice for the adjacent lower level provided that the lower level is less than one full story below the upper level.
		Revise 907.2.10.1.1 for consistency with 28.3.4.5 as noted.
 [F] 907.2.10.1.1 Group R-1. Single- or multiple-station smoke alarms shall be installed in all of the following locations in Group R-1:
 1.  In sleeping areas.
 2.  In every room in the path of the means of egress from the sleeping area to the door leading from the sleeping unit.
3.	In each story within the sleeping unit, including basements. For sleeping units with split levels and without an intervening door between the adjacent levels, a smoke alarm installed on the upper level shall suffice for the adjacent lower level provided that the lower level is less than one full story below the upper level.
An approved single-station smoke alarm shall be installed in accordance with 9.6.2.10 9.7 in every guest room and every living area and sleeping room within a guest suite.	
[F] 907.5Wiring. Wiring shall comply with the requirements of the ICC Electrical Code and NFPA 72.   Wireless protection systems utilizing radio-frequency transmitting devices shall comply with the special requirements for supervision of low-power wireless systems in NFPA 72.
		Revise 907.5 as noted.
[F] 907.5Wiring. Wiring shall comply with the requirements of the ICC Electrical Code and NFPA 72 Chapter 27. Wireless protection systems utilizing radio-frequency transmitting devices shall comply with the special requirements for supervision of low-power wireless systems in NFPA 72.	
	§905.1.5.5 Accessibility.  Alarm systems required to be accessible by §11-4.1 shall comply with §11-4.28.	Add s.905.1.5.5 as new section 907.9.3	
 909.20.2 Construction. The smokeproof enclosure shall be separated from the remainder of the building by not less than a 2-hour fire-resistance-rated fire barrier without openings other than the required means of egress doors. The vestibule shall be separated from the stairway by not less than a 2-hour fire-resistance-rated fire barrier. The open exterior balcony shall be constructed in accordance with the fire-resistance-rating requirements for floor construction.		Revise 909.20.2 as noted.
 909.20.2 Construction. The smokeproof enclosure shall be separated from the remainder of the building by not less than a 2-hour fire-resistance-rated fire barrier without openings other than the required means of egress doors. The vestibule shall be separated from the stairway by not less than a 2-hour fire-resistance-rated fire barrier. The open exterior balcony shall be constructed in accordance with the fire-resistance-rating requirements for floor construction.  The doorway into the vestibule shall be protected with an approved fire door assembly having a 11.2-hour fire protection rating.	
		909.22 Atrium
909.22.1 A smoke control system shall be designed to control the migration of products of combustion in the atrium space. Upon detection of a fire, the system shall control the air supply to the fire floor and the return air from all nonfire floors in accordance with the approved smoke control system design. Any other approved design which will achieve the same level of smoke control as described in this section may be used in lieu of these requirements.	
		909.22.2 The smoke control system shall be designed by an engineering analysis that demonstrates that the smoke layer interface is maintained above the highest unprotected opening to adjoining spaces, or 6 feet above the highest floor level open to the atrium for a period equal to 1.5 times the calculated egress time or 20 minutes, whichever is greater. 
909.22.3 The smoke control system shall be independently activated by the sprinkler system within the atrium or areas open to the atrium, by the smoke detectors required by this section and by manual controls that are readily available to the fire department. When the smoke control system in other than the atrium is provided by mechanical ventilation in accordance with this section, manual controls shall also be provided as described above for the atrium system. The manual controls shall be provided in a location approved by the building official.	
ss. 901.1, 901.3, 901.5, 901.6.2, 903.2.6.1, 903.2.11, 903.212.1, 903.3.5, 903.5, 904.2.1, 904.3.1, 904.11, 905, 905.3.1, 905.3.6, 906, 907.2.5, 907.2.12.2,907.2.14, 907.2.16, 907.5, 907.14, 907.19, 908.6, 909.1, 909.10.2, 909.11, 909.12.1, 909.16.3, 909.20, 910.2.3, 		Change reference from the “International Mechanical Code, the International Fire Code or the ICC Electrical  Code” to the “Florida Mechanical Code,  the Florida Fire Prevention Code or Chapter 27, Florida Building Code, Building ” as applicable.	
CHAPTER 10 MEAN OF EGRESS	CHAPTER 10 MEAN OF EGRESS		
Table 1004.3.2.1 Corridor Fire-Resistance Rating.  		Revise Table 1004.3.2.1 as follows: (see attached).	
Table 1016.1	Table 704.2.4	Coordinate changes between Group D, Table 704.2.4 and FFPC.  Compare IBC Table 1016.1 with FBC Table 704.2.4. [3/2/04]	
CHAPTER 11 ACCESSIBILITY 	CHAPTER 11 FLORIDA ACCESSIBILITY CODE FOR BUILDING CONSTRUCTION PART A
CHAPTER 11 FAIR HOUSING ACCESSIBILITY GUIDELINES PART B
CHAPTER 11 REQUEST FOR WAIVER FROM ACCESSIBILITY REQUIREMENTS CHAPTER 553, PART V, FLORIDA STATUTES PART C  	Replace Chapter 11, IBC with Chapter 11, FBC.	
CHAPTER 12 INTERIOR ENVIRONMENT	CHAPTER 12 INTERIOR ENVIRONMENT		
SECTION 1208
INTERIOR SPACE DIMENSIONS
1208.1 Minimum room widths. Habitable spaces, other than a kitchen, shall not be less than 7 feet (2134 mm) in any plan dimension.
Kitchens shall have a clear passageway of not less than 3 feet (914 mm) between counter fronts and appliances or counter fronts and walls.
1208.2 Minimum ceiling heights. Occupiable spaces, habitable spaces and corridors shall have a ceiling height of not less than 7 feet 6 inches (2286 mm). Bathrooms, toilet rooms, kitchens, storage rooms and laundry rooms shall be permitted to have a ceiling height of not less than 7 feet (2134 mm).	§1203.2 Room dimensions

§1203.2.1 Occupiable rooms and habitable spaces shall have a ceiling height of not less than 7 ft 6 inches (2286 mm). Bathrooms, toilet rooms, kitchens, storage rooms, screen enclosures and laundry rooms shall be permitted to have a ceiling height of not less than 7 ft (2134 mm).

EXCEPTION: One-and two-family dwellings shall comply with the ceiling height requirements of §1203.2.6.

§1203.2.2 If any room in a building has a sloping ceiling, the prescribed ceiling height for the room is required in not less than two-
thirds of the ceiling area of the room or space, provided the ceiling height of the remaining ceiling area is not less than 6 ft 8 in. (2 m). For accessibility provisions related to vertical clearance of areas adjoining an accessible route, refer to §11-4.4.2.

EXCEPTION: One-and two-family dwellings shall comply with the ceiling height requirements of §1203.2.6.	In general, both sections are equivalent.  No change is needed, with the exception of s.1208.2(Exception 2) which needs to be revised as follows: “If any room in a building has a sloped ceiling, the prescribed ceiling height for the room is required in one-half the area thereof. Any portion of the room measuring less than 5 feet (1524 mm) from the finished floor to the ceiling shall not be included in any computation of the minimum area thereof.  For accessibility provisions related to vertical clearance of areas adjoining an accessible route, refer to §11-4.4.2.”   Section 1203.2.6, FBC is identical to Section R305 of the IRC.  (See s. R305 below).
[Revised to approve IBC 3/2/04.]	
Exceptions:
1. In one- and two-family dwellings, beams or girders spaced not less than 4 feet (1219 mm) on center and projecting not more than 6 inches (152 mm) below the required ceiling height.
2. If any room in a building has a sloped ceiling, the prescribed ceiling height for the room is required in one-half the area thereof. Any portion of the room measuring less than 5 feet (1524 mm) from the finished
floor to the ceiling shall not be included in any computation of the minimum area thereof.
3. Mezzanines constructed in accordance with Section 505.1.	§1203.2.3 If any room has a ceiling which is furred or dropped down to conceal items such as duct work, piping, or structural members, the prescribed ceiling height is required in two-thirds of the area of the room, but in no case shall the height of the furred or dropped ceiling be less than 7 ft (2134 mm).
	SECTION R305
CEILING HEIGHT
R305.1 Minimum height. Habitable rooms, hallways, corridors, bathrooms, toilet rooms, laundry rooms and basements shall have a ceiling height of not less than 7 feet (2134 mm).  The required height shall be measured from the finish floor to the lowest projection from the ceiling.
Exceptions:
1. Beams and girders spaced not less than 4 feet (1219 mm) on center may project not more than 6 inches (152 mm) below the required ceiling height.	
1208.2.1 Furred ceiling. Any room with a furred ceiling shall be required to have the minimum ceiling height in two-thirds of the area thereof, but in no case shall the height
of the furred ceiling be less than 7 feet (2134 mm).
1208.3 Room area. Every dwelling unit shall have at least one room that shall have not less than 120 square feet (13.9 m2) of net floor area. Other habitable rooms shall have a net floor area of not less than 70 square feet (6.5 m2).
Exception: Every kitchen in a one- and two-family dwelling shall have not less than 50 square feet (4.64m2) of gross floor area.
	EXCEPTION: One-and two-family dwellings shall comply with the
ceiling height requirements of §1203.2.6.

§1203.2.4 Every dwelling unit shall have at least one room which shall have not less than 150 sq ft (13.9 m^2) of the net floor area. Other habitable rooms except kitchens shall have a net floor area of not less than 70 sq ft (6.5 m^2).

§1203.2.5 No habitable room other than a kitchen shall be less than 7 ft (2134 mm) in any dimension.

§1203.2.6 In one-and two-family dwellings and within dwelling units of R2 occupancies, the ceiling height in habitable rooms, hallways, corridors, bathrooms, toilet rooms, laundry rooms and basements shall have a ceiling height of not less than 7 ft (2134 mm).  The required height shall be measured from the finish floor to the lowest projection from the ceiling.	3. Not more than 50 percent of the required floor area of a room or space is permitted to have a sloped ceiling less than 7 feet (2134mm) in height with no portion of the required floor area less than 5 feet (1524 mm) in height.
2. Ceilings in basements without habitable spaces may project to within 6 feet, 8 inches (2032 mm) of the finished floor; and beams, girders, ducts or other obstructions may project to within 6 feet, 4 inches (1931 mm) of the finished floor. 4. Bathrooms shall have a minimum ceiling height of 6 feet 8 inches (2036 mm) over the fixture and at the front clearance area for fixtures as shown in Figure R307.2.A shower or tub equipped with a showerhead shall have a minimum ceiling height of 6 feet 8 inches (2036 mm) above a minimum area 30 inches (762mm) by 30 inches (762 mm) at the showerhead. manufacturer with a removable paper label.	
1208.4 Efficiency dwelling units. An efficiency living unit shall conform to the requirements of the code except as modified herein:
1. The unit shall have a living room of not less than 220 square feet (20.4 m) of floor area. An additional 100 square feet (9.3 m) of floor area shall be provided for each occupant of such unit in excess of two.
2. The unit shall be provided with a separate closet.
3. The unit shall be provided with a kitchen sink, cooking appliance and refrigeration facilities, each having a clear working space of not less than 30 inches (762mm) in front. Light and ventilation conforming to this code shall be provided.
4. The unit shall be provided with a separate bathroom containing a water closet, lavatory and bathtub or shower.	EXCEPTIONS:

1. Beams and girders spaced not less than 4 feet (1219 mm) may project not more than 6 in. (152 mm) below a required ceiling height.
2.  Ceilings in basements without habitable spaces may project to
within 6 ft 8 in.  (2032 mm) of the finish floor; and beams, girders, ducts or other obstructions may project to within 6 ft 4 in.  (1931 mm) of the finished floor.
3.  Not more than 50 percent of the required floor area of a room or space is permitted to have a sloped ceiling less than 7 ft (2134 mm) in height with no portion of the required floor area less than 5 ft (1524 mm) in height.

4. A minimum height of 6 ft 8 in. (2032 mm) shall be permitted from the walking surface to the lowest part of any fixture or furnishing.	Same as above.	
ss.1203.1, 103.2.1, 1203.3.2, 1203.4.2, 1205.4.1, 1206.3.3, 1209.3.		Change reference from the “International Mechanical Cod, the International Plumbing Code , International Energy Conservation Code or the ICC Electrical  Code” to the “Florida Mechanical Code,  the Florida Plumbing Code, Chapter 13, Florida Building Code, Building or Chapter 27, Florida Building Code, Building ” as applicable.	
CHAPTER 13 ENERGY EFFICIENCY	CHAPTER 13 ENERGY EFFICIENCY	Replace Chapter 13, IBC with Chapter 13, FBC.	
CHAPTER 14 EXTERIOR WALLS	CHAPTER 14 EXTERIOR WALL COVERING		
SECTION 1401
GENERAL
1401.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall establish the minimum requirements for exterior walls, exterior wall coverings, exterior wall openings, exterior windows and doors, architectural trim, balconies and bay windows.	EXCEPTION: Buildings and structures located within the High Velocity Hurricane Zone shall comply with the provisions of §1403.1.6, §1404,
  §1405 and §1406.
	Add “Exception Buildings and structures located within the High Velocity Hurricane Zone shall comply with the provisions of §1403.8 and 1408. (Also, see attached).
	
	§1403.1.6 In order to provide for inspection for termite infestation, clearance between exterior wall coverings and final earth grade on the exterior of a building shall not be less than 6 inches (152 mm).

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Paint or decorative cementitious finish less than 5/8 inch (17.1 mm) thick adhered directly to the masonry foundation sidewall. 2. Access or vehicle ramps which rise to the interior finish floor elevation for the width of such ramps only. 3. A 4-inch (102 mm) inspection space above patio and garage slabs and entry areas. 4. If the patio has been soil treated for termites, the finish elevation may match the building interior finish floor elevations on masonry construction only. 5. Masonry veneers.	Add s.1403.1.6 as a new section 1403.8.	
1403.6 Flood resistance. For buildings in flood hazard areas as established in Section 1612.3, exterior walls extending below the design flood elevation shall be resistant to water damage. Wood shall be pressure-preservative treated in accordance with AWPAC1, C2, C3, C4, C9, C15, C18, C22, C23, C24, C28, P1, P2 and P3, or decay-resistant heartwood of redwood, black locust or cedar.
1403.7 Flood resistance for high-velocity wave action areas.
For buildings in flood hazard areas subject to high-velocity wave action as established in Section 1612.3, electrical, mechanical and plumbing system components shall not be mounted on or penetrate through exterior walls that are designed to break away under flood loads. Chapter 21.	§3109.1.2 Floodplain Management Construction Standards. This code
specifically defers to the authority granted to local government by Title 44 CFR, sections 59 and 60.  This code is not intended to supplant or
supercede local ordinances adopted pursuant to that authority, nor are local floodplain management ordinances to be deemed amendments to the code.
	Recommend deleting ss. 1403.6 and 1403.7 and defer to the authority having jurisdiction as per s. 3109.1.2. 	
1405.5.2 Seismic requirements. Anchored masonry veneer located in Seismic Design Category C, D, E or F shall conform to the requirements of Section 6.2.2.10 of ACI
530/ASCE 5/TMS 402.		Delete s.1405.5.2 due to the fact that it is not applicable to Florida.  	
ss. 1403.2, 1405.10.4		Change reference from the “International Energy conservation Code, the International Fire Code or the ICC Electrical  Code” to “Chapter 13, Florida Building Code, Building or Chapter 27, Florida Building Code, Building ” as applicable	
	Section 1406 High Velocity Hurricane Zone Other Materials	Add Section 1406 High Velocity Hurricane Zone Other Materials, FBC as a new section 1408. (See attached)	
CHAPTER 15 ROOF ASSEMBLIES AND ROOFTOP STRUCTURES	CHAPTER 15 ROOF ASSEMBLIES AND ROOFTOP STRUCTURES	See attached analysis on Chapter 15.	
CHAPTER 16 STRUCTURAL DESIGN	CHAPTER 16 STRUCTURAL LOADS		
§1601.1 Scope. Provisions of this chapter shall govern the structural design of buildings, structures and portions thereof.

	EXCEPTION: Buildings and structures located within the High Velocity Hurricane Zone shall comply with the provisions of §1611 through §1626.	Revise s. 1601.1, IBC to add “exception” as follows:
EXCEPTION: Buildings and structures located within the High Velocity Hurricane Zone shall comply with the provisions of §1624 through §1639. 	
SECTION 1602 DEFINITIONS

Notations.

E = Combined effect of horizontal and vertical earthquake induced
forces as defined in Sections 1616.4.1 and 1617.1.
Em = Maximum seismic load effect of horizontal and vertical seismic forces as set forth in Sections 1616.4.1 and 1617.1.		Delete the definition for “Basic Seismic-Force-Resisting Systems.”  Definition does not apply to Florida.

Under the definition “Notations” delete the definitions for “E” and “Em”.  These terms are not applicable to Florida.  
	
		Delete seismic provisions from the following terms: diaphragm, flexible; braced, frame; moment, frame. [Revised 3/2/04]	
BASIC SEISMIC-FORCE-RESISTING SYSTEMS.
Bearing wall system. A structural system without a complete vertical load-carrying space frame. Bearing walls or bracing elements provide support for substantial vertical loads. Seismic lateral force resistance is provided by shear walls or braced frames.		Same as above.	
Building frame system. A structural system with an essentially complete space frame providing support for vertical loads. Seismic lateral force resistance is provided by shear
walls or braced frames. 		Same as above.	
Dual system. A structural system with an essentially complete space frame providing support for vertical loads. Seismic lateral force resistance is provided by a moment frame and shear walls or braced frames.		Same as above.	
Inverted pendulum system. A structure with a large portion of its mass concentrated at the top; therefore, having essentially one degree of freedom in horizontal translation.		Same as above.	
Shear wall-frame interactive system. A structural system which uses combinations of shear walls and frames designed to resist seismic lateral forces in proportion to their rigidities, considering interaction between shear walls and frames on all levels. Support of vertical loads is provided by
the same shear walls and frames.		Same as above.	
SECTION 1603 CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS			
1603.1 General. Construction documents shall show the size, section and relative locations of structural members with floor levels, column centers and offsets fully dimensioned. The design loads and other information pertinent to the structural design required by Sections 1603.1.1 through 1603.1.8 shall be clearly indicated on the construction documents for parts of the building or structure.
Exception: Construction documents for buildings constructed in accordance with the conventional light-frame construction provisions of Section 2308 shall indicate the following structural design information:

1. Floor and roof live loads.
2. Ground snow load, Pg.
3. Basic wind speed (3-second gust), miles per hour (mph) (km/hr) and wind exposure.
4. Seismic design category and site class.		Delete design criteria 2 and 4.  These two criteria do not apply to Florida.	
1603.1.3 Roof snow load. The ground snow load, Pg, shall be indicated. In areas where the ground snow load, Pg, exceeds 10 pounds per square foot (psf) (0.479 kN/m2), the following additional information shall also be provided, regardless of whether snow loads govern the design of the roof:
1. Flat-roof snow load, Pf.
2. Snow exposure factor, Ce.
3. Snow load importance factor, Is.
4. Thermal factor, Ct.		Delete 1603.1.3.  This section does not apply to Florida. 	
1603.1.5 Earthquake design data		Delete section 1603.1.5.  This section does not apply to Florida. 	
1603.1.8 System and components requiring special inspections for seismic resistance.		Delete section 1603.1.8.  This section does not apply to Florida. 	
Table 1604.3 Deflection Limits	Table 1610 Deflections

...Members supporting screen surfaces only....DL+LL = L/60 	Revise Table 1604.3 to add provisions for “members supporting screen surfaces” similar to the provisions in Table 1610. 	
1604.4 Analysis .....Every structure shall be designed to resist the overturning effects caused by the lateral forces specified in this chapter. See Section 1609 for wind, Section 1610 for lateral soil loads and Sections 1613 through 1623 for earthquake.		Delete “through 1623 for earthquake”.   Section 1623 is not applicable to Florida.	
Table 1604.5 Classification of Buildings and other Structures for Importance Factors.

1604.5 Importance factors.		Delete provisions for seismic. [Revised 3/2/04]	
Table 1604.5 Classification of Buildings and other Structures for Importance Factors.
a. For the purpose of Section 1616.2, Categories I and II are considered Seismic Use Group I, Category III is considered Seismic Use Group II and Category IV is
equivalent to Seismic Use Group III.		Delete Footnote “a”.  The footnote is not applicable to Florida.  
a. For the purpose of Section 1616.2, Categories I and II are considered Seismic Use Group I, Category III is considered Seismic Use Group II and Category IV is
equivalent to Seismic Use Group III.
Also, delete importance factors for seismic and snow. (3/2/04)
	
1604.8.2 Concrete and masonry walls. Concrete and masonry walls shall be anchored to floors, roofs and other structural elements that provide lateral support for the wall. Such anchorage shall provide a positive direct connection capable of resisting the horizontal forces specified in this chapter but not less than a minimum strength design horizontal force of 280 plf (4.10 kN/m) of wall, substituted for “E” in the load combinations of Section 1605.2 or 1605.3.Walls shall be designed to resist bending between anchors where the anchor spacing exceeds 4 feet (1219 mm). Required anchors in masonry walls of hollow units or cavity walls shall be embedded in a reinforced grouted structural element of the wall. See Sections 1609.6.2.2 and 1620 for wind and earthquake design requirements.		Revise to remove provisions for seismic.

1604.8.2 Concrete and masonry walls. Concrete and masonry walls shall be anchored to floors, roofs and other structural elements that provide lateral support for the wall. Such anchorage shall provide a positive direct connection capable of resisting the horizontal forces specified in this chapter but not less than a minimum strength design horizontal force of 280 plf (4.10 kN/m) of wall, substituted for “E” in the load combinations of Section 1605.2 or 1605.3.Walls shall be designed to resist bending between anchors where the anchor spacing exceeds 4 feet (1219 mm). Required anchors in masonry walls of hollow units or cavity walls shall be embedded in a reinforced grouted structural element of the wall. See Sections 1609.6.2.2 and 1620 for wind and earthquake design requirements.	
SECTION 1605 Load Combinations			
1605.1 General. Buildings and other structures and portions thereof shall be designed to resist the load combinations specified in Section 1605.2 or 1605.3 and Chapters 18 through 23, and the special seismic load combinations of Section 1605.4 where required by Section 1620.2.6, 1620.2.9 or 1620.4.4 or Section 9.5.2.6.2.11 or 9.5.2.6.3.1 of ASCE 7. Applicable loads shall be considered, including both earthquake and wind, in accordance with the specified load combinations. Each load
combination shall also be investigated with one or more of the variable loads set to zero.		Remove seismic provisions.

1605.1 General. Buildings and other structures and portions thereof shall be designed to resist the load combinations specified in Section 1605.2 or 1605.3 and Chapters 18 through 23, and the special seismic load combinations of Section 1605.4 where required by Section 1620.2.6, 1620.2.9 or 1620.4.4 or Section 9.5.2.6.2.11 or 9.5.2.6.3.1 of ASCE 7. Applicable loads shall be considered, including both earthquake and wind, in accordance with the specified load combinations. Each load combination shall also be investigated with one or more of the variable loads set to zero.	
S. 1605.2.1 - Equations 16-2, 16-2, 16-3, 16-4, 16-5, 16-6		Remove factors “E” and “S” for seismic and earthquake. 	
1605.2.2		Deleted references to flood loads since 1612 will defer to local government. [Revised 3/2/04]	
S. 1605.3 - Equations 16-9, 16-10 and 16-12 and Exception 1 &2.		Remove factors “E” and “S” and Exceptions 1 & 2 specific to seismic and earthquake. 	
1605.3.1.1 Load reduction. It is permitted to multiply the combined effect of two or more variable loads by 0.75 and add to the effect of dead load. The combined load used in design shall not be less than the sum of the effects of dead load and any one of the variable loads. The 0.7 factor on E does not apply for this provision. Increases in allowable stresses specified in the appropriate materials section of this code or referenced standard shall not be used with the load combinations of Section 1605.3.1 except that a duration of load increase shall be permitted in accordance with Chapter 23.		Revise to remove seismic specific provisions.

1605.3.1.1 Load reduction. It is permitted to multiply the combined effect of two or more variable loads by 0.75 and add to the effect of dead load. The combined load used in design shall not be less than the sum of the effects of dead load and any one of the variable loads. The 0.7 factor on E does not apply for this provision. Increases in allowable stresses specified in the appropriate materials section of this code or referenced standard shall not be used with the load combinations of Section 1605.3.1 except that a duration of load increase shall be permitted in accordance with Chapter 23.	
1605.3.2 Alternative basic load combinations. In lieu of the basic load combinations specified in Section 1605.3.1, structures and portions thereof shall be permitted to be designed for the most critical effects resulting from the 		Revise to remove specific provisions for seismic.

1605.3.2 Alternative basic load combinations. In lieu of the basic load combinations specified in Section 	
 following combinations. When using these alternate basic load combinations that include wind or seismic loads, allowable stresses are permitted to be increased or load combinations reduced, where permitted by the material section of this code or referenced standard. Where wind loads are calculated in accordance with Section 1609.6 or Section 6 of ASCE 7, the coefficient £s in the following equations shall be taken as 1.3. For other wind loads £s shall be taken as 1.0.

D+ L + (Lr or S orR) (Equation 16-13)
D+ L + (¥rW) (Equation 16-14)
D+ L +¥rW+ S/2 (Equation 16-15)
D+ L + S +¥rW/2 (Equation 16-16)
D+ L + S +E/1.4 (Equation 16-17) 0.9D+E/1.4 (Equation 16-18)		1605.3.1, structures and portions thereof shall be permitted to be designed for the most critical effects resulting from the following combinations. When using these alternate basic load combinations that include wind or seismic loads, allowable stresses are permitted to be increased or load combinations reduced, where permitted by the material section of this code or referenced standard. Where wind loads are calculated in accordance with Section 1609.6 or Section 6 of ASCE 7, the coefficient £s in the following equations shall be taken as 1.3. For other wind loads £s shall be taken as 1.0.
D+ L + (Lr or S orR) (Equation 16-13)
D+ L + (¥rW) (Equation 16-14)
D+ L +¥rW+ S/2 (Equation 16-15)
D+ L + S +¥rW/2 (Equation 16-16)
D+ L + S +E/1.4 (Equation 16-17)
0.9D+E/1.4 (Equation 16-18)	
Exceptions:
1. Crane hook loads need not be combined with roof live load or with more than three-fourths of the snow load or one-half of the wind load.
2. Flat roof snow loads of 30 pounds per square foot (1.44 kN/m2) or less need not be combined with seismic loads. Where flat roof snow loads exceed 30 psf (1.44 kN/m2), 20 percent shall be combined with seismic loads.		Exceptions:1. Crane hook loads need not be combined with roof live load or with more than three-fourths of the snow load or one-half of the wind load.
2. Flat roof snow loads of 30 pounds per square foot (1.44 kN/m2) or less need not be combined with seismic loads. Where flat roof snow loads exceed 30 psf (1.44 kN/m2), 20 percent shall be combined with seismic loads.	
1605.4 Special seismic load combinations.		Delete s. 1605.4.  This section is not applicable to Florida. 	
Section 1607 Live Loads			
Table 1607.1 Minimum Uniformly Distributed Live Loads and Minimum Concentrated Live Loads

Footnote “g”
Where snow loads occur that are in excess of the design conditions, the structure shall be designed to support the loads due to the increased loads caused by drift buildup or a greater snow design determined by the building
official (see Section 1608). For special-purpose roofs, see Section 1607.11.2.2.		
Delete footnote “g” .  Snow provisions are not applicable to Florida. 	
1607.11.1 Distribution of roof loads. Where uniform roof live loads are involved in the design of structural members arranged so as to create continuity, the minimum applied
loads shall be the full dead loads on all spans in combination with the roof live loads on adjacent spans or on alternate spans, whichever produces the greatest effect. See Section 1607.11.2 for minimum roof live loads and Section 1608.5 for partial snow loading.

		Revise to remove provisions specific to snow.

1607.11.1 Distribution of roof loads. Where uniform roof live loads are involved in the design of structural members arranged so as to create continuity, the minimum applied
loads shall be the full dead loads on all spans in combination with the roof live loads on adjacent spans or on alternate spans, whichever produces the greatest effect. See Section 1607.11.2 for minimum roof live loads and Section 1608.5 for partial snow loading.	
SECTION 1608 SNOW LOADS		Delete entire section.  Not applicable to Florida. 	
SECTION 1609 WIND LOADS	SECTION 1606 WIND LOADS
	Replace entire text in section 1609 of the IBC with text from s. 1606 of the FBC.  Section 1609 of the IBC is based on 2002 ASCE 7 which is in conflict with Florida Law.  Florida Law reference ASCE 7-98 as the minimum wind design standard for the state. Revised 3/2/04 to adopt the AAF Guide as an alternate.	
1609.4.3		Revised 3/2/04 to strike 2. 
 2. Exposure B. Urban and suburban areas, wooded areas or other terrain with numerous closely spaced obstructions having the size of single-family dwellings or larger. Exposure B shall be assumed unless the site meets the definition of another type of exposure.	
SECTION 1605 LOAD COMBINATIONS

1605.2.2Other loads. Where F, H, P or T is to be considered in design, each applicable load shall be added to the above combinations in accordance with Section 2.3.2 of ASCE 7. Where Fa is to be considered in design, the load
combinations of Section 2.3.3 of ASCE 7 shall be used.	Mod 450

1607 Flood Loads.  Flood loads shall be determined by the provisions of Section 5 of ASCE 7.	Revise 1605.2.2, IBC as shown.  
1605.2.2Other loads. Where F, H, P or T is to be considered in design, each applicable load shall be added to the above combinations in accordance with Section 2.3.2 of ASCE 7. Where Fa is to be considered in design, the load combinations of Section 2.3.3 of ASCE 7 shall be used. Flood loads shall be determined by the provisions of Section 5 of ASCE 7.	
1605.3.1.1 Load reduction. It is permitted to multiply the combined effect of two or more variable loads by 0.75 and add to the effect of dead load. The combined load used in design shall not be less than the sum of the effects of dead load and any one of the variable loads. The 0.7 factor on E does not apply for this provision. Increases in allowable stresses specified in the appropriate materials section of this code or referenced standard shall not be used with the load combinations of Section 1605.3.1 except that a duration of load increase shall be permitted in accordance with Chapter 23.	Mod 561
1609.4.3 Load reduction. 
1.  When structural effects due to two or more loads in combination with dead load are investigated in load combinations of 1609.4.1 or 1609.4.2, the combined effects due to the two or more loads multiplied by 0.75 plus effects due to dead loads shall not be less than the effects from the load combination of the dead load plus the load producing the largest effects. 

2.  Increases in allowable stress specified in the materials, sections of this code or a referenced standard shall not be permitted to be used with load combinations of 1609.4.1 or 1609.4.2. Duration of load increase shall be permitted in accordance with chapter 23.	Revise s. 1605.3.1.1 as noted to remove seismic provision.
1605.3.1.1 Load reduction. It is permitted to multiply the combined effect of two or more variable loads by 0.75 and add to the effect of dead load. The combined load used in design shall not be less than the sum of the effects of dead load and any one of the variable loads. The 0.7 factor on E does not apply for this provision. Increases in allowable stresses specified in the appropriate materials section of this code or referenced standard shall not be used with the load combinations of Section 1605.3.1 except that a duration of load increase shall be permitted in accordance with Chapter 23.	

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3. Simultaneous use of both one-third increase in allowable stress and the 25 percent reduction in combined loads shall not be permitted.

Exception:
1. Increases in allowable stress shall be permitted in accordance with ACI 530/ASCE 5/TMS 402 provided the load reduction of s. 1609.4.3 shall not be applied.

2.  Increases in the allowable stress as permitted by materials standards. shall be permitted for hurricane protection shutters and panels and the connections for hurricane protection shutters and panels.  Simultaneous use of both one-third increase in allowable stress and the 25 percent reduction in combined loads shall not be permitted.	Revise 1605.3.1.1 to include Item #3 of s.1609.4.3 including exceptions 1 &2.

Revised 3/2/04.
Delete Exception 2 as noted.	
	Mods 869, 944
1606.1.1, Exceptions, add two new exceptions as follows:

9.  Designs using AASHTO LTS-4 Structural Specifications for highway signs, luminaries, and traffic signals.

10. Construction using AAF Guide to Aluminum         Construction in High-Wind Areas.	Add these two exceptions to 1609.1.1, Exceptions.	
	Mod 873
§1606.1.4 Protection of openings. In windborne debris regions, exterior glazing that receives positive pressure in the lower 60 feet (18.3 m) in buildings shall be assumed to be openings and the balance of glazed openings in the rest of the building shall be assumed to be zero unless such glazing receives positive pressure is impact resistant or protected with an impact resistant covering meeting the requirements of SSTD 12, ASTM E 1886 and ASTM E 1996, or Miami-Dade PA 201, 202 and 203 referenced therein as follows:

The rest of the section ..(no change).	Revise 1609.1.4 as per s. 1606.1.4. 	
	Mod 469
1606.1.4.3 Optional Exterior Door Component Testing.  Exterior side-hinged door assemblies shall have the option to have the components of the assembly tested and rated for impact resistance in accordance with the following specification:

SDI A250.13 	Revise 1609.1.4, to add s.1606.1.4.3 as a new section 1609.1.4.3. 	
	Mod 361
1606.1.7 Information on drawings, Item #2.

Wind importance factor (l I ) from Table1606 or Table 6-1,ASCE7 & building category classification in Table 1-1, ASCE 7.	Revise Item #2 of s. 1609.1.7 as per revision to s. 1606.1.7, Item #2.	
SECTION 1612 FLOOD LOADS	§3109.1.2 Floodplain Management Construction Standards. This code
specifically defers to the authority granted to local government by Title 44 CFR, sections 59 and 60.  This code is not intended to supplant or
supercede local ordinances adopted pursuant to that authority, nor are local floodplain management ordinances to be deemed amendments to the code.	Recommend deleting s. 1612 and defer to the authority having jurisdiction as per s. 3109.1.2.	
SECTION 1613 EARTHQUAKE LOADS DEFINITIONS		Delete entire section.  Not applicable to Florida. 	
SECTION 1614 EARTHQUAKE LOADS - GENERAL		Delete entire section.  Not applicable to Florida. 	
SECTION 1615 EARTHQUAKE LOADS - SITE GROUND MOTION		Delete entire section.  Not applicable to Florida. 	
SECTION 1616 EARTHQUAKE - CRITERIA SELECTION 		Delete entire section.  Not applicable to Florida. 	
SECTION 1617 EARTHQUAKE LOADS - MINIMUM DESIGN LATERAL FORCE AND RELATED EFFECTS		Delete entire section.  Not applicable to Florida. 	
SECTION 1618 DYNAMIC ANALYSIS PROCEDURE FOR THE SEISMIC DESIGN OF BUILDINGS		Delete entire section.  Not applicable to Florida. 	
SECTION 1619 EARTHQUAKE LOADS SOIL - STRUCTURE INTERACTION EFFECTS		Delete entire section.  Not applicable to Florida. 	
SECTION 1620 EARTHQUAKE LOADS - DESIGN, DETAINING REQUIREMENTS AND STRUCTURAL COMPONENT LOAD EFFECTS 		Delete entire section.  Not applicable to Florida. 	
SECTION 1621 ARCHITECTURAL, MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL COMPONENT SEISMIC DESIGN REQUIREMENTS  		Delete entire section.  Not applicable to Florida. 	
SECTION 1622 NONBUILDING STRUCTURES SEISMIC DESIGN REQUIREMENTS  		Delete entire section.  Not applicable to Florida. 	
SECTION 1623 SEISMICALLY ISOLATED STRUCTURES		Delete entire section.  Not applicable to Florida. 	
	HVHZ

ss. 1611 through 1626.

Mods 704, 705, 852, 974	HVHZ

Add ss. 1611 through 1626, FBC as new sections 1624 through 1639 (see attached).	
CHAPTER 17 STRUCTURAL TESTS AND SPECIAL INSPECTIONS	CHAPTER 17 STRUCTURAL TESTS AND SPECIAL INSPECTIONS		
 1703.7.1 Follow-up inspection. The permit applicant shall provide for special inspections of fabricated items in accordance with Section 1704.2.		Delete s. 1703.7.1, follow-up inspection, because s. 1704 was deleted. [Revised 3/2/04]
1703.7.1 Follow-up inspection. The permit applicant shall provide for special inspections of fabricated items in accordance with Section 1704.2.	
SECTION 1704 Special Inspections
 1704.1 General. Where application is made for construction as described in this section, the owner or the registered design professional in responsible charge acting as the owner’s agent shall employ one or more special inspectors to provide inspections during construction on the types of work listed under Section 1704. The special inspector shall be a qualified person who shall demonstrate competence, to the satisfaction of the building official, for inspection of the particular type of construction or operation requiring special inspection. These inspections are in addition to the inspections specified in Section 109. 
 Exceptions:
 1.  Special inspections are not required for work of a minor nature or as warranted by conditions in the jurisdiction as approved by the building official.
 2. Special inspections are not required for building components unless the design involves the practice of professional engineering or architecture as defined by applicable state statutes and regulations governing the professional registration and certification of engineers or architects.
 3.  Unless otherwise required by the building official, special inspections are not required for occupancies in Group R-3 as applicable in Section 101.2 and occupancies in Group U that are accessory to a residential occupancy including, but not limited to, those listed in Section 312.1.		Delete without substitution.  [Revised 1/13/04] 

Revised 3/2/04

In section 102, delete the following definitions, special inspection, special inspection continuous, special inspection periodic and special observation.  Also, in Section 1703, delete 1703.7.1, follow up inspection.  This is because 1704 was deleted.	
Section 1705 Quality Assurance for Seismic Resistance		Delete section.  Not applicable to Florida. 	
Section 1706 Quality Assurance for Wind Resistance		Delete s. 1706 since s. 1704 was deleted. [Revised 3/2/04]	
Section 1707 Special Inspection for Seismic Resistance		Delete section.  Not applicable to Florida.	
Section 1708 Structural Testing for Seismic Resistance		Delete section.  Not applicable to Florida.	
Section 1709 Structural Observations		Delete without substitution  [Revised 1/13/04]	
Section 1714.5 Exterior Window and door Assemblies	1707.4 Exterior Window and Door Assemblies	Replace entire text in s.1714.5, IBC with text from s.1707.4, FBC.	
	Mod 929
1707.4.2.1 Testing and labeling.  Exterior windows and glass doors shall be tested by an approved independent testing laboratory, and shall be labeled with an approved label identifying the manufacturer, performance characteristics and approved product certification agency, testing laboratory, evaluation entity or Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance to indicate compliance with the requirements of the following specification:

ANSI/AAMA/NWWDA 101/I.S. 2-97 or 101/I.S. 2/NAFS or TAS 202 (HVHZ shall comply with TAS 202 utilizing ASTM E 1300-97 or s. 2405.3.1).

Glass Strength:  Determination of load resistance of glass for specified loads of products tested and certified in accordance with s. 1707.4.2.1 shall be designed to comply with ASTM E 1300 in accordance with s. 2405.3.	Same as above.	
	Mod 462
§1707.4.3 Exterior Door Assemblies. Exterior door assemblies not covered by §1707.4.2 or §1707.4.3.1 shall be tested for structural integrity in accordance with ASTM E330 Procedure A, at a load of 1.5 times the required design pressure load.  The load shall be sustained for 10 seconds with no permanent deformation of any main frame or panel member in excess of 0.4 percent of its span after the load is removed.  HVHZ shall comply with TAS 202.  After each specified loading, there shall be no glass breakage, permanent damage to fasteners, hardware parts, or any other damage which causes the door to be inoperable.	Revise the first paragraph of 1714.5.3 as indicated in s. 1707.4.3. 	
	Mod 920
1707.4.3.3.1 Glazed Curtain Wall, Window Wall and Storefront Systems shall be tested in accordance with the requirements of this Section and the requirements of the Architectural Aluminum Manufacturers Association (AAMA) Standard 501,  HVHZ shall comply with 2411.3.2.1.1.

EXCEPTIONS:  1. Door assemblies installed in non-habitable areas where the door assembly and area are designed to accept water infiltration, need not be tested for water infiltration.
2.  Door assemblies installed where the overhang (OH) ratio is equal to or more than 1 need not be tested for water infiltration.  The overhang ratio shall be calculated by the following equation:
OH ratio = OH Length/OH Height
Where:
OH Length =   The horizontal measure of how far an overhang over a door projects out from door’s surface.
OH Height =   The vertical measure of the distance from the door’s sill to the bottom of the overhang over a door.	Add 1707.4.3.3.1 as a new section 1714.5.3.3.1.	
	Mod 471
1707.4.3.3.2 Optional Exterior Door Component Testing.  With the exception of HVHA, exterior side-hinged door assemblies not covered by 1707.4.2 shall have the option to have the components of the assembly tested and rated for structural integrity in accordance with the following specification:

SDI A250.13

Following the structural testing of exterior door components, there shall be no permanent deformation of any perimeter frame or panel member in excess of 0.4 percent of its span after the load is removed.  After each specified loading, there shall be no glass breakage, permanent damage to fasteners, hardware parts, or any other damage that causes the door to be inoperable, as applicable.	Revise 1714.4.3.3.2, IBC as per s. 1707.4.3.3.2, FBC.	
1714.6 Test specimens. Test specimens and construction shall be representative of the materials, workmanship and details normally used in practice. The properties of the materials used to construct the test assembly shall be determined on the basis of tests on samples taken from the load assembly or on representative samples of the materials used to construct the load test assembly. Required tests shall be conducted or witnessed by an approved agency.  Allowable design values determined by Item 1, 2 or 3 in Sections 1715.1.2 and 2305.1 shall not be modified by duration of loading factors.
		Revise section as follows:
1714.6 Test specimens. Test specimens and construction shall be representative of the materials, workmanship and details normally used in practice. The properties of the materials used to construct the test assembly shall be determined on the basis of tests on samples taken from the load assembly or on representative samples (when TAS 202 is used a minimum of three speciments) of the materials used to construct the load test assembly. Required tests shall be conducted or witnessed by an approved agency.  Allowable design values determined by Item 1, 2 or 3 in Sections 1715.1.2 and 2305.1 shall not be modified by duration of loading factors.	
1715.2.1 Overturning resistance. Concrete and clay roof tiles shall be tested to determine their resistance to overturning due to wind in accordance with SBCCI SSTD 11 and
Chapter 15.
		Revise section 1715.2.1 as follows:
1715.2.1 Overturning resistance. Concrete and clay roof tiles shall be tested to determine their resistance to overturning due to wind in accordance with SBCCI SSTD 11 or TAS 108 (HVHZ shall comply with TAS 108) and
Chapter 15.	

1715.2.2 Wind tunnel testing. When roof tiles do not satisfy the limitations in Chapter 16 for rigid tile, a wind tunnel test shall be used to determine the wind characteristics of the concrete or clay tile roof covering in accordance with SBCCI SSTD 11 and Chapter 15.
		Revise section as follows:
1715.2.2 Wind tunnel testing. When roof tiles do not satisfy the limitations in Chapter 16 for rigid tile, a wind tunnel test shall be used to determine the wind characteristics of the concrete or clay tile roof covering in accordance with SBCCI SSTD 11 or TAS 108 (HVHZ shall comply with TAS 108) and Chapter 15.	
CHAPTER 18 SOIL AND FOUNDATIONS	CHAPTER 18 FOUNDATIONS AND RETAINING WALLS		
SECTION 1801 GENERAL			
S.1801.2.1 Foundation design for seismic overturning.		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida. 	
SECTION 1802 FOUNDATION AND SOILS INVESTIGATIONS			
S.1802.2.6 Seismic Design Category C. 		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida. 	
S.1802.2.7 Seismic Design Category D, E or F.		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida. 	
SECTION 1803 EXCAVATION, GRADING AND FILL 			
S.1803.4 Grading and fill in floodways.	§3109.1.2 Floodplain Management Construction Standards. This code
specifically defers to the authority granted to local government by Title 44 CFR, sections 59 and 60.  This code is not intended to supplant or
supercede local ordinances adopted pursuant to that authority, nor are local floodplain management ordinances to be deemed amendments to the code.	Recommend deleting s. 1803.4 and defer to the authority having jurisdiction as per s. 3109.1.2.	
Table 1804.2 Allowable Foundation and Lateral Pressure

Footnote “d”.
d. An  increase of one-third  is permitted when using the alternate load combinations in Section 1605.3.2 that include wind or earthquake loads.		Revise Footnote “d” as follows:

d. An  increase of one-third  is permitted when using the alternate load combinations in Section 1605.3.2 that include wind or earthquake loads.
	
SECTION 1805 FOOTINGS AND FOUNDATIONS			
1801.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall apply to building and foundation systems in those areas not subject to scour orwater pressure by wind andwave action. Buildings and
foundations subject to such scour or water pressure loads shall be designed in accordance with Chapter 16.
	EXCEPTION: Buildings and structures located within the High Velocity
Hurricane Zone shall comply with the provisions of §1816 through
§1834.
	Revise s. 1801.1, IBC to read as follwos:
1801.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall apply to building and foundation systems in those areas not subject to scour orwater pressure by wind andwave action. Buildings and
foundations subject to such scour or water pressure loads shall be designed in accordance with Chapter 16.
EXCEPTION: Buildings and structures located within the High Velocity
Hurricane Zone shall comply with the provisions of s. 1813 and §1817 through §1834.	
S. 1805.4.2.2 Footing seismic ties.		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
Table 1805.4.2 Footings Supporting Walls of Light-frame Construction

Footnote “d”

d. See Section 1910 for additional requirements for footings of structures assigned to Seismic Design Category C, D, E or F.		Delete Footnote.  The footnote is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
1805.5.1.3 Rubble stone. Foundation walls of rough or random rubble stone shall not be less than 16 inches (406 mm) thick. Rubble stone shall not be used for foundations for structures in Seismic Design Category C, D, E or F.
		Revise to remove seismic provision.

1805.5.1.3 Rubble stone. Foundation walls of rough or random rubble stone shall not be less than 16 inches (406 mm) thick. Rubble stone shall not be used for foundations for structures in Seismic Design Category C, D, E or F.	
S.1805.5.5 Seismic requirements		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
s.1805.5.7 Pier and curtain wall foundation.

1st paragraph

Except in Seismic Design Categories D, E and F, pier and curtain wall foundations are permitted to be used to support light-frame construction not more than two stories in height, provided the following requirements are met:		Revise to remove seismic provision.

Except in Seismic Design Categories D, E and F, pier and curtain wall foundations are permitted to be used to support light-frame construction not more than two stories in height, provided the following requirements are met:	
S.1805.9 Seismic requirements.		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
SECTION 1806 RETAINING WALLS	SECTION 1815 RETAINING WALLS	Replace entire text of s.1806, IBC with  s.1815 text, FBC. 	
1806.1 General. Retaining walls shall be designed to ensure stability against overturning, sliding, excessive foundation pressure and water uplift. Retaining walls shall be designed for a safety factor of 1.5 against lateral sliding and overturning.	§1815.1 General. Walls built to retain or support the lateral pressure of earth or water or other superimposed loads shall be designed and constructed of masonry, concrete, steel sheet piling or other approved materials.

§1815.2 Design. Retaining walls shall be designed to resist the design lateral soil loads in §1608.1, including both dead and live load surcharges to which such walls are subjected, and to ensure stability against overturning, sliding, excessive foundation pressure and water uplift.

§1815.3 Hydrostatic pressure. Unless drainage is provided, the hydrostatic head of the water pressure shall be assumed to be equal to the height of the wall.	Same as above.	
	§1815.4 Reinforced masonry retaining walls. Vertical reinforcement for masonry retaining walls shall comply with Table 1815.4 or shall be designed in accordance with ACI 530/ASCE 5/TMS 402. Masonry shall be fully grouted with a minimum f'_m of 1500 psi. Mortar for masonry shall be Type M or S and laid in running bond. The specified location of the reinforcement shall equal or exceed the effective depth distance, d, noted in Table 1815.4 and shall be measured from the exposed side of the wall to the center of the vertical reinforcement. Footings for reinforced masonry retaining walls shall be designed in accordance with ACI 318.

§1815.5 Segmental Retaining Walls. Segmental retaining walls shall be designed in accordance with NCMA Design Manual for Segmental Retaining Walls.

Table 1815.4. Reinforcement for masonry retaining walls...	Same as above.	
s.1807.1.2.1 Flood hazard areas.	§3109.1.2 Floodplain Management Construction Standards. This code
specifically defers to the authority granted to local government by Title 44 CFR, sections 59 and 60.  This code is not intended to supplant or
supercede local ordinances adopted pursuant to that authority, nor are local floodplain management ordinances to be deemed amendments to the code.	Recommend deleting s. 1807.1.2.1 and defer to the authority having jurisdiction as per s. 3109.1.2.	
S.1807.4.3 Drainage discharge.		Change the reference from the “International Plumbing Code” to the “Florida Plumbing Code”.	
SECTION 1808 PIER AND PILE FOUNDATIONS			
S.1808.2.23 Seismic design of piers or piles		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
SECTION 1809 DRIVEN PILE FOUNDATION			
S.1809.2.2.2.1 Seismic reinforcement in seismic design category C.		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
S.1809.2.2.2.2 Seismic reinforcement in seismic design category D, E or F.		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
S.1809.2.3.2.1 Design in Seismic design category C.		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
S.1809.2.3.2.2 Design in seismic design category D.		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
SECTION 1810 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE PILE FOUNDATIONS			
S.1810.1.2.1 Reinforcement in seismic design category		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
S.1810.1.2.2 Reinforcement in Seismic design category.		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
S.1810.3.5 Reinforcement in seismic design category C, D, E or F.		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
S.1810.5.4.1 Seismic reinforcement.		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
1810.6.4.1		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida. [Revised 3/2/04]	
SECTION 1811 COMPOSITE PILES			
S.1811.5 Seismic reinforcement.		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
	SECTION 1816 TERMITE PROTECTION	Add s.1816, FBC as a new section 1813, IBC. 	
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Ss. 1817 through 1834.

Mod 317	HVHZ
Add ss. 1817 through 1834, FBC as new sections 1817 through 1834, IBC.(See attached).	
1822.2			
CHAPTER 19 CONCRETE	CHAPTER 19 CONCRETE		
1901.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall govern the materials, quality control, design and construction of concrete used in structures.

	EXCEPTION: Buildings and structures located within the High Velocity
Hurricane Zone shall comply with the provisions of §1917 and §1919
through §1929.
	Revise section 1901.1, IBC to read as follows:

1901.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall govern the materials, quality control, design and construction of concrete used in structures.

EXCEPTION: Buildings and structures located within the High Velocity
Hurricane Zone shall comply with the provisions of S. 1917 and §1919 through §1929.	
SECTION 1908 MODIFICATIONS TO ACI 318		Contains seismic and snow provisions that need to be deleted. [Revised 3/2/04]	
S.1908.1.1, Definition “Design displacement”.
		Delete definition.  The definition is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
SS. 1908.1.2 ACI 318, Section 21.2.1.  Modify Section 21.2.1.2, 21.2.1.3 and 21.2.1.4 to read as follows:...		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
S.1908.1.5 ACI 318 Section 21.10.1.1.  Modify ACI 318, Section 21.10.1.1 to read as follows:...		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
SECTION 1910 SEISMIC DESIGN PROVISIONS		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
SECTION 1911 MINIMUM SLAB PROVISIONS	SECTION 1909 SLAB ON GROUND		
	Mod 967
§1909.3 Joints. Concrete slabs on ground shall be provided with joints in accordance with ACI 224.3R or other approved methods. Joints shall be designed by an architect or engineer.

EXCEPTION: Joints are not required in unreinforced plain concrete slabs on ground or in slabs for one-and two-family dwellings complying with one of the following:

1. Concrete slabs on ground containing synthetic fiber reinforcement. Fiber lengths and dosage amounts shall comply with one of the following	Add Section 1909.3, FBC as new section 1911.2, IBC.	
	(1) Fiber lengths shall be 1/2 inch to 2 inches (13 to 51 mm) in length. Dosage amounts shall be from 0.75 to 1.5 pounds per cubic yard (0.45 to 0.89 kg/m^3) in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. Synthetic fibers shall comply with ASTM C 1116. The manufacturer or supplier shall provide certification of compliance with ASTM C 1116 when requested by the building official; or,
(2)  Fiber length shall be from ½ inch to 2 inches (13 mm to 50 mm) in length, monofilament or fibrillated. Dosage amounts shall be from 0.5 to 1.5 pounds per cubic yard (0.30 to 0.89 kg/m^3) to achieve minimum 40% reduction of plastic shrinkage cracking of concrete versus a control mix in accordance with ICBO AC32. Independent test results using minimum six (6) test specimens shall be provided to the building official showing compliance with ICBO A32. Synthetic fiber shall comply with ASTM C1116, Paragraph 4.1.3, Type III. The manufacturer or supplier shall provide certification of compliance with ASTM C1116 when requested by building official.	Same as above.	
	2. Concrete slabs on ground containing 6x6 W1.4 x W1.4 welded wire reinforcement fabric located in the middle to the upper 1/3 of the slab.  Welded wire reinforcement fabric shall be supported with approved materials or supports at spacings not to exceed 3 ft (914 mm) or in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.  Welded plain wire reinforcement fabric for concrete shall conform to ASTM A 185, Standard Specification for Steel Welded Wire Reinforcement   Fabric, Plain, for Concrete Reinforcement.	Same as above.	
	SECTION 1917 LIGHTWEIGHT INSULATION CONCRETE FILL	Add section 1917, FBC as new section 1917, IBC. (See 2001 FBC). 	
	SECTION 1918 SPECIAL WIND PROVISIONS FOR CONCRETE	Add section 1918, FBC as new section 1918, IBC.  	
	§1918.1 Reinforced concrete components. The design and construction of reinforced concrete components for buildings sited in areas with a basic wind speed greater than 100 mph (45 m/s) in accordance with Figure 1606 shall conform to the requirements of ACI 318 or with §1606.1.1, Exception 3 as applicable, except as modified in this section.

§1918.2 Insulated concrete form wall. Insulated concrete form (ICF) wall construction for buildings sited in areas with a basic wind speed of 100 mph (45 m/s) or less in accordance with Figure 1606 shall be in accordance with §1916. Insulated concrete form (ICF) wall construction for buildings sited in areas with a basic wind speed greater than 100 mph (45 m/s) in accordance with Figure 1606 shall be in accordance with ACI318 or with §1606.1.1, Exception 3 as applicable.

§1918.3 Gable endwalls.

§1918.3.1 General. Gable endwalls shall be structurally continuous between points of lateral support.

§1918.3.2 Cathedral endwalls. Gable endwalls adjacent to cathedral ceilings shall be structurally continuous from the uppermost floor to ceiling diaphragm or to the roof diaphragm.  [Revised 1/13/04]	Same as above.	
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ss. 1919 through 1929.	HVHZ

Add ss. 1919 through 1929, FBC as new ss. 1919 through 1929, IBC. (See attached)	
CHAPTER 20 ALUMINUM	CHAPTER 20 LIGHT METAL ALLOYS	Replace the entire text in Chapter 20, IBC with the text from FBC. (See 2001 FBC).	
		Revised 3/2/04 to strke 2002.1 if not code code change.	
2002.1 General. Aluminum used for structural purposes in buildings and structures shall comply with AA ASM 35 and Parts 1-A and 1-B of the Aluminum Design Manual. The nominal loads shall be the minimum design loads required by Chapter
16.
	§2002.2 Structural aluminum construction. The design, fabrication and assembly of structural aluminum for buildings or structures shall conform to Specifications for Aluminum Structures, Aluminum Design Manual, Part 1, of the Aluminum Association. The use of aluminum alloys not listed in the manual shall be permitted provided their standard of performance is not less than those required in the manual and the performance is substantiated to the satisfaction of the building official.

	Revise s.2002.2, FBC as per s.2002.1 to read as follows:

§2002.2 Structural aluminum construction. The design, fabrication and assembly of structural aluminum for buildings or structures shall conform to AA ASM 35 and  Specifications for Aluminum Structures, Aluminum Design Manual, Part 1-A and 1-B, of the Aluminum Association. The use of aluminum alloys not listed in the manual shall be permitted provided their standard of performance is not less than those required in the manual and the performance is substantiated to the satisfaction of the building official.	
CHAPTER 21 MASONRY	CHAPTER 21 MASONRY		
2101.1 Scope. This chapter shall govern the materials, design, construction and quality of masonry.

	EXCEPTION: Buildings and structures located within the High Velocity Hurricane Zone shall comply with the provisions of §2116 and §2118
through §2122.
	Revise s. 2101.1, IBC as follows:

2101.1 Scope. This chapter shall govern the materials, design, construction and quality of masonry.

EXCEPTION: Buildings and structures located within the High Velocity Hurricane Zone shall comply with the provisions of §2114 and §2118
through §2122.	
2101.2.3 Prestressed masonry. Prestressed masonry shall be designed in accordance with Chapters 1 and 4 of ACI 530/ASCE 5/TMS 402 and Section 2106. Special inspection
during construction shall be provided as set forth in Section 1704.5.

	Section 2103, Design, Exception 2 &3.

2. Masonry construction in accordance with the standards adopted in §1606.1.

3. Where inspections are performed by a local building department in accordance with 105, the provisions of ACI 530/ASCE 5/TMS 402, Chapter 1, Section 1.14, shall not apply unless specified by the architect or engineer.	Revised 3/2/04
revise 2101.2.3 as noted.
Add a new section as follows:
2101.2.7 Prescriptive methods.  Masonry construction is permitted in accordance with the applicable standards referenced in section 1609.1.1.

Move item 3 to section 2107.1 as an exception.

SECTION 2106 SEISMIC DESIGN		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
SECTION 2107 WORKING STRESS DESIGN			
s.2107.2.2 ACI 530/ASCE 5/TMS 402, Section 2.1.6.		Revise section to remove  seismic and snow provisions. [Revised 3/2/04]	
SECTION 2109 EMPIRICAL DESIGN OF MASONRY	SECTION 2111 MASONRY CONSTRUCTION		
	§2111.1.6 Bracing of masonry. Bracing that will assure stability of masonry during construction shall be provided and installed.  Bracing shall be in accordance with the Standard Practice for Bracing Masonry Walls Under Construction.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Bracing shall not be required for the unsupported wall heights specified in the Standard Practice for Bracing Masonry Walls Under Construction, Appendix A, when an evacuation system complying with the Standard Practice for Bracing Masonry Walls Under Construction with Commentary is provided.

2. Walls 8 ft (2438 mm) and less in height above grade shall not require bracing.	Add s.2111.1.6, FBC as new section 2109.7.5, IBC.	

2109.1.1 Limitations. Empirical masonry design shall not be utilized for any of the following conditions:
1. The design or construction of masonry in buildings assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F as specified in Section 1616, and the design of the seismic- force-resisting system for buildings assigned to Seismic Design Category B or C.
2. The design or construction of masonry structures located in areas where the 3-second-gust wind speed from Figure 1609 exceeds 110 mph (177 km/hr).
3. Buildings more than 35 feet (10 668 mm) in height which have masonry wall lateral-force-resisting systems.
In buildings that exceed one or more of the above limitations, masonry shall be designed in accordance with the engineered design provisions of Section 2107 or 2108, or
the foundation wall provisions of Section 1805.5.		Revise to delete seismic specific requirements (item #1) as follows: 

1. The design or construction of masonry in buildings assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F as specified in Section 1616, and the design of the seismic- force-resisting system for buildings assigned to Seismic Design Category B or C.	
SECTION 2111 MASONRY FIREPLACES			
2111.1, 2111.3, 2113.3 and 2113.4		These sections contain seismic and snow provisions that need to be deleted. [Revised 3/2/04]	
S.2111.4 Seismic anchorage. 		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
SECTION 2110
GLASS UNIT MASONRY
	Mod 1002
SECTION 2112
GLASS BLOCK UNIT MASONRY WALLS	No change is needed.  Section 2110, IBC provides for similar terminology.	
2101.2.5 Glass masonry. Glass masonry shall comply with the provisions of Section 2110 or with the requirements of
Chapter 7 of ACI 530/ASCE 5/TMS 402.	Mod 1002
2112.1 General. Glass unit masonry shall comply with Section 2112 or shall comply with ACI 530/ASCE 5/ TMS 402.	No change needed.  Covered under s. 2101.2.5, IBC.	
Table 2111.1 Summary of Requirements for Masonry Fireplaces and Chimneys.

Items in raw #. 15.		Delete “raw #. 15".  The item is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida. 	
2110.1.1 Limitations. Solid or hollow approved glass block shall not be used in fire walls, party walls, fire barriers or fire
partitions, or for load-bearing construction. Such blocks shall be erected with mortar and reinforcement in metal channel-type frames, structural frames, masonry or concrete
recesses, embedded panel anchors as provided for both exterior and interior walls or other approved joint materials. Wood strip framing shall not be used in walls required to
have a fire-resistance rating by other provisions of this code.
Exceptions:
1. Glass-block assemblies having a fire protection rating of not less than 3/4 hour shall be permitted as opening protectives in accordance with Section 714 in barriers and fire partitions that have a required
fire-resistance rating of 1 hour or less and
do not enclose exit stairways or exit passageways.
2. Glass-block assemblies as permitted in Section 404.5, Exception 2.
3. Fire tested and listed glass unit masonry shall be permitted for use in accordance with its listing.	Mod 1002
2112.1.2 Solid or hollow approved glass unit blocks shall not be used in fire rated partitions, or for loadbearing construction. Such blocks shall be erected with mortar and reinforcement in metal-channel-type frames, structural frames, masonry or concrete recesses or embedded panel anchors as provided for both exterior and interior walls or other approved joint materials. Wood strip framing shall not be used in fire rated partitions.
EXCEPTIONS:
1. Glass block assemblies having a fire resistance rating of not less than 3/4 hour shall be permitted as opening protectives in fire-rated partitions which have a required fire resistance rating of 1 hour or less and do not enclose exit stairways or exit passageways.
2. Glass block assemblies as permitted in §414.5, Paragraph 2.
3. Fire tested and listed glass unit masonry shall be permitted for use in accordance with its listing.	Revise 2110.1.1, IBC as noted for consistency with the change to 2112.1.2, FBC.	
	SECTION 2116 TERMITE INSPECTION	Add s.2116, FBC as new section 2114, IBC 	
	§2116.1 Cleaning. Cells and cavities in masonry units and air gaps between brick, stone or masonry veneers and the structure shall be cleaned of all non-preservative treated or non-naturally durable wood, or other cellulose-containing material prior to concrete placement.

EXCEPTION: Inorganic material manufactured for closing cells in foundation concrete masonry unit construction or clean earth fill placed in concrete masonry unit voids below slab level before termite treatment is performed.

§2116.2 Concrete bearing ledge. Brick, stone or other veneer shall be supported by a concrete bearing ledge of such thickness as required in Chapter 14, which is poured integrally with the concrete foundation. No supplemental concrete foundation pours which will create a hidden cold joint shall be used without supplemental treatment in the foundation unless there is an approved physical barrier. An approved physical barrier shall also be installed from below the wall sill plate or first block course horizontally to embed in a mortar joint. If masonry veneer extends below grade, a termite protective treatment must be applied to the cavity created between the veneer and the foundation, in lieu of a physical barrier.	Same as above.	
	EXCEPTION: Veneer supported by a structural member secured to the
foundation sidewall as provided in 1403, provided at least a 6 inch (152 mm) clear inspection space of the foundation sidewall exterior exist between the veneer and the top of any soil, sod, mulch or other organic landscaping component, deck, apron, porch, walk or any other work immediately adjacent to or adjoining the structure.	Same as above.	
	SECTION 2117 SPECIAL WIND PROVISIONS FOR MASONRY	Add section 2117, FBC as section 2115, IBC.	
	Mod 555
§2117.1 Gable endwalls.

§2117.1.1 General. Gable endwalls shall be structurally continuous between points of lateral support.

§2117.1.2 Cathedral endwalls. Gable endwalls adjacent to cathedral ceilings shall be structurally continuous from the uppermost floor to the ceiling diaphragm or to the roof diaphragm.  [Revised 1/13/04]	Same as above.

Both sections need to read [structurally continuous]. [Revised 3/2/04]	
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ss. 2118 through 2122.
Mod 975, 1003	HVHZ

Add ss. 2118 through 2122 as new sections 2118 through 2122, IBC. (See attached)	
CHAPTER 22 STEEL	CHAPTER 22 STEEL		
2201.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter govern the quality, design, fabrication and erection of steel used structurally in
buildings or structures.
	EXCEPTION: Buildings and structures located within the High Velocity
Hurricane Zone shall comply with the provisions of §2214 through §2224.

	Revise s. 2201.1 as follows:

2201.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter govern the quality, design, fabrication and erection of steel used structurally in
buildings or structures.

EXCEPTION: Buildings and structures located within the High Velocity
Hurricane Zone shall comply with the provisions of §2214 through §2224.	
SECTION 2205 STRUCTURAL STEEL			
S.2205.2 Seismic requirements for steel structures.		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
S.2205.3 Seismic requirements for composite construction		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
SECTION 2207 STEEL CABLE STRUCTURES			
S.2207.2 Seismic requirements for steel cable.		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
SECTION 2211 COLD-FORMED STEEL LIGHT-FRAMED SHEAR WALLS 			
2211.1
2211.2		These sections contain seismic and snow provisions that need to be deleted. [Revised 3/2/04]	
Table 2211.2(2) NOMINAL SHEAR VALUES FOR WIND FORCES IN POUNDS PER FOOT FOR SHEAR WALLS FRAMED WITH COLD-FORMED STEEL STUDS AND FACED WITH GYPSUM BOARDa,b

Footnote “b”.

b. Walls resisting seismic loads shall be subject to the limitations in Section 1617.6. 		Delete footnote “b”.  The footnote is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
TABLE 2211.2(3)
NOMINAL SHEAR VALUES FOR SEISMIC FORCES IN POUNDS PER FOOT FOR SHEAR WALLS
FRAMED WITH COLD-FORMED STEEL STUDSa		
Delete Table 2211.2(3).  The Table is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida.	
2211.2.2		Contains seismic and snow provisions that need to be deleted. [Revised 3/2/04]	
S.2211.2.2.2 Wood structural panel sheathing.
Item #1.

1. Nominal shear values, used to establish the allowable shear value or design shear value, are given in Tables 2211.2(1), for wind loads, and 2211.2(3), for seismic loads.		Revise Item #1 and #6 to remove provisions specific to seismic as follows (revised 3/2/04):

1. Nominal shear values, used to establish the allowable shear value or design shear value, are given in Tables 2211.2(1), for wind loads, and 2211.2(3), for seismic loads.

6. ....Table 2211.2(1) and 2211.2(3)...	
2211.2.2.3		Contains seismic and snow provisions that need to be deleted. [Revised 3/2/04]	
S.2211.3.1 Limitations, Item #2.

2. In Seismic Design Categories B, C, D, E and F, the nominal shear values shall be based upon edge screw spacing not less than 4 inches o.c.		Delete Table Item #. 2.  The item is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida.	
2211.3.2		Contains seismic and snow provisions that need to be deleted. [Revised 3/2/04]	
S.2211.4 Seismic Design Categories D, E and F.		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
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ss. 2214 through 2224.

Mod 853	HVHZ

Add ss. 2214 through 2224, FBC as new sections 2214 through 2224, IBC. (See attached).	
CHAPTER 23 WOOD	CHAPTER 23 WOOD		
2301.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall govern the materials, design, construction and quality of wood members and their fasteners.
	EXCEPTION: Buildings and structures located within the High Velocity
Hurricane Zone shall comply with the provisions of §2304 and 2314 through §2330.
	2301.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall govern the materials, design, construction and quality of wood members and their fasteners.

EXCEPTION: Buildings and structures located within the High Velocity Hurricane Zone shall comply with the provisions of §2304.11 and 2314 through §2330.	
2302		Contains seismic and snow provisions that need to be deleted (Braced Wall Line and Braced Wall Panel). [Revised 3/2/04]	
SECTION 2304 GENERAL CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS			

2303.4 Trusses. Metal-plate-connected wood trusses shall be manufactured as required by TPI 1. Each manufacturer of trusses using metal plate connectors shall retain an approved
agency to make unscheduled inspections of truss manufacturing and delivery operations. The inspection shall cover all phases of truss operations, including lumber storage, handling,
cutting fixtures, presses or rollers, manufacturing, bundling and banding.
	Mod 475
2314.4.9 Truss Plate Institute.
 583 D'Onofio Drive, Madison, WI  53719 TPI
1. ANSI/TPI 1-19952002 National Design Standard for Metal-Plate-Connected
Wood Truss Construction.
National Design Standard for Metal Plate Connected Wood Truss Construction. (Excluding Chapter 2) 1995
2. Commentary and Recommendations for Handling, Installing and Bracing Metal Plate Connected Wood Trusses. (Excluding Chapter 13.2) HIB-91
DPN Products Sheathing Straps (Strap) can be used to replace conventional construction using nails alone to fasten wood sheathing to wood frame members. When the joint design is based on wind uplift forces, the number of nails specified by the Code at edge-to-edge joints, can be reduced by 50% at locations where Straps are installed. The Strap may be used as a direct substitute for a nailed only joint at any location. Detailed nailing patterns are specified in the Strap product literature.	No change needed.  2303.4, IBC reference TPI 1 2002.	
2304.3 Wall framing.	Mod 555
§2313.4 Gable endwalls.

§2313.4.1 General. Gable endwalls shall be structurally continuous between points of lateral support.

§2313.4.2 Cathedral endwalls. Gable endwalls adjacent to cathedral ceilings shall be structurally continuous from the uppermost floor to the ceiling diaphragm or to the roof diaphragm.

§2313.4.3 Full height studs. Full height studs may be sized using the bracing at a ceiling diaphragm for determining stud length requirements.	Add section 2313.4, FBC as new section 2304.3.4, IBC.	
2304.5 Framing around flues and chimneys.		Replace the reference to the International Mechanical Code to the Florida Mechanical Code.	
Table 2304.7(3) Allowable loads for wood structural panel sheathing and single-floor grades continuous over two or more spans with strength axis perpendicular to supports. 	Mod 569
Table 2307.6B Allowable loads for wood structural panel sheathing and single-floor grades continuous over two or more spans with strength axis perpendicular to supports. 
(See attached) 	Revise Table 2304.7(3), IBC to incorporate changes as per Table 2307.6.B, FBC. (See attached).	
TABLE 2304.7(5)
ALLOWABLE LOAD (PSF) FOR WOOD STRUCTURAL PANEL ROOF SHEATHING CONTINUOUS OVER
TWO OR MORE SPANS AND STRENGTH AXIS PARALLEL TO SUPPORTS
(Plywood Structural Panels Are Five-Ply, Five-Layer Unless Otherwise Noted)a,b
	Mod 570
Table 2309.3A ALLOWABLE LOAD (PSF) FOR WOOD STRUCTURAL PANEL ROOF SHEATHING CONTINUOUS OVER
TWO OR MORE SPANS AND STRENGTH AXIS PARALLEL TO SUPPORTS
(Plywood Structural Panels Are Five-Ply, Five-Layer Unless Otherwise Noted)
(See attached)	Revise Table 2304.7.5, IBC to incorporate changes as per Table 2309.3A, FBC. (See attached)	
Table 2304.9.1 Fastening Schedule	Mod 425
Table 2306.1 Fastening Schedule.
(See attached)	Incorporate the attached changes to Table 2306.1, FBC into Table 2304.9.1, IBC. (See attached)	
2304.11.1 Protection against decay and termites.	Mod 349
2304.5.2  Wood Furring strips or other wood framing members attached directly to the interior of exterior masonry or concrete walls below grade shall be approved naturally durable or preservative-treated wood.	Add s.2304.5.2, FBC as a new section 2304.11.10, IBC.	

2304.11.2.2 Framing. Wood framing members, including wood sheathing, which rest on exterior foundation walls and are less than 8 inches (203 mm) from exposed earth shall be of naturally durable or preservative-treated
wood. Wood framing members and furring strips attached directly to the interior of exterior masonry or concrete walls below grade shall be of approved naturally durable or preservative-treated wood.
	§2304.1.2 Termite protection shall be provided by floor framing of naturally durable wood, preservative-treated wood, soil treatment or other approved methods.

	Revise section 2304.11.2.2, IBC to incorporate provisions of Section 2304.1.2, FBC as follows:   

2304.11.2.2 Framing. Wood framing members, including wood sheathing, which rest on exterior foundation walls and are less than 8 inches (203 mm) from exposed earth shall be of naturally durable or preservative-treated
wood. Wood framing members and furring strips attached directly to the interior of exterior masonry or concrete walls below grade shall be of approved naturally durable or preservative-treated wood.

Add s. 2304.1.2 FBC as a new section 2304.11.2.2.1.  [Revised 1/13/04]	
S.2304.11.4 Wood in contact with the ground or fresh water.	§2304.2.7 Decks, fences, patios, planters, or other wooden building
components that directly abut the sidewall of the foundation or structure shall be constructed so as to provide:

1. 18 inch (457 mm) clearance beneath or,

2. 6 inch (152 mm) clearance between the top of the component and the exterior wall covering or,

3. have components that are easily removable by screws or hinges to allow access for inspection of the foundation sidewall and treatment for termites.	Add section 2304.2.7, FBC as new section 2304.11.4.3, IBC. 	

2304.11.6Termite protection. In geographical areas where the hazard of termite damage is known to be very heavy, the floor framing shall be of naturally durable or preservative-treated wood, or provided with approved methods of termite protection.
	§2303.1 Preparation of building site and removal of debris

§2303.1.1 All building sites shall be graded to provide drainage under all portions of the building not occupied by basements.

§2303.1.2 The foundation and the area encompassed within 1 foot (305 mm) therein shall have all vegetation, stumps, dead roots, cardboard, trash, and foreign material removed and the fill material shall be free of vegetation and foreign material. The fill shall be compacted to assure adequate support of the foundation.

§2303.1.3 After all work is completed, loose wood and debris shall be completely removed from under the building and within 1 foot (305 mm) thereof. All wood forms and supports shall be completely removed. This includes, but is not limited to: wooden grade stakes, forms, contraction spacers, tub trap boxes, plumbing supports, bracing, shoring, forms, or other cellulose-containing material placed in any location where such materials are not clearly visible and readily removable prior to completion of the work. Wood shall not be stored in contact with the ground under any building.	Revise s.2304.11.6 as follows:

2304.11.6Termite protection. In geographical areas where the hazard of termite damage is known to be very heavy Floor framing shall be of naturally durable or preservative-treated wood, or provided with approved methods of termite protection.

Add section 2303.1, FBC as new section 2304.11.6.1, IBC. 	
	Mod 457
§2304.1.4 Foam plastic insulation

§2304.1.4.1 The provisions of §2603.3 9 shall apply to the installation of foam plastic insulation installation in close proximity to the ground.	Add section 2304.1.4, FBC as new section 2304.11.10, IBC. 	
	EXCEPTION: Materials which are of naturally durable wood or are
pressure treated for ground contact, and which are installed with at least 6 inches (152 mm) clear space from the structure to allow for inspection and treatment for termites.

§2303.1.4 In order to reduce chances of termite infestation, no wood, vegetation, stumps, dead roots, cardboard, trash, or other cellulose-
containing material shall be buried on the building lot within 15 feet (4.6 m) of any building or the position of any building proposed to be built.	Same as above.	
SECTION 2305 GENERAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS FOR LATERAL-FORCE-RESISTING SYSTEMS.  			
2305.1.4		Contains seismic and snow provisions that need to be deleted. [Revised 3/2/04]	
Table 2305.3.3		Contains seismic and snow provisions that need to be deleted. [Revised 3/2/04]	
2305.3.10 Sill plate size and anchorage in Seismic Design Category D, E or F.		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
SECTION 2306 ALLOWABLE STRESS DESIGN			
Table 2306.3.1 Recommended Shear (Pound per Foot) for Wood Structural Panel Diaphragms with Framing or Douglas-fir-Larch, or Southern pine for wind or Seismic Loading.		Revise Title of the Table to remove provisions for Seismic as follows:

Table 2306.3.1 Recommended Shear (Pound per Foot) for Wood Structural Panel Diaphragms with Framing or Douglas-fir-Larch, or Southern pine for wind or Seismic Loading.	
TABLE 2306.3.2
ALLOWABLE SHEAR IN POUNDS PER FOOT FOR HORIZONTAL BLOCKED DIAPHRAGMS
UTILIZING MULTIPLE ROWS OF FASTENERS (HIGH LOAD DIAPHRAGMS) WITH FRAMING OF DOUGLAS FIR, LARCH OR SOUTHERN PINEa FOR WIND OR SEISMIC LOADINGb
		Revise title of the Table to remove provisions for seismic as follows:

TABLE 2306.3.2
ALLOWABLE SHEAR IN POUNDS PER FOOT FOR HORIZONTAL BLOCKED DIAPHRAGMS
UTILIZING MULTIPLE ROWS OF FASTENERS (HIGH LOAD DIAPHRAGMS) WITH FRAMING OF DOUGLAS FIR, LARCH OR SOUTHERN PINEa FOR WIND OR SEISMIC LOADINGb	
Table 2306.4.1 Allowable Shear (Pounds per Foot) For Wood Structural Panel Walls With Framing of Douglas-Fir-Larch, or Southern Pine for Wind or Seismic Loading.    

Footnote “i”.		Revise Title of Table to remove provisions for seismic as follows:

Table 2306.4.1 Allowable Shear (Pounds per Foot) For Wood Structural Panel Walls With Framing of Douglas-Fir-Larch, or Southern Pine for Wind or Seismic Loading.

Also, delete Footnote “i” to remove provisions for seismic. 	
2306.4.4
2306.4.5		These sections contain seismic and snow provisions that need to be deleted. [Revised 3/2/04]	
TABLE 2306.4.5
ALLOWABLE SHEAR FOR WIND OR SEISMIC FORCES FOR SHEAR WALLS OF LATH
AND PLASTER OR GYPSUM BOARD WOOD FRAMED WALL ASSEMBLIES

Footnote “a”. 

a. These shear walls shall not be used to resist loads imposed by masonry or concrete construction (see Section 2305.1.5). Values shown are for short-term loading due to wind or seismic loading in Seismic Design Categories A, B and C.Walls resisting seismic loads shall be subject to the limitations in Section 1617.6.Values shown shall be reduced 25 percent for normal loading.

		Revise Title of Table 2306.4.5 and Footnote “a” to remove provisions specific to seismic as follows:

TABLE 2306.4.5
ALLOWABLE SHEAR FOR WIND OR SEISMIC FORCES FOR SHEAR WALLS OF LATH
AND PLASTER OR GYPSUM BOARD WOOD FRAMED WALL ASSEMBLIES

Footnote “a”. 

a. These shear walls shall not be used to resist loads imposed by masonry or concrete construction (see Section 2305.1.5). Values shown are for short-term loading due to wind or seismic loading in Seismic Design Categories A, B and C.Walls resisting seismic loads shall be subject to the limitations in Section 1617.6.Values shown shall be reduced 25 percent for normal loading.	
SECTION 2308 CONVENTIONAL LIGHT-FRAME CONSTRUCTION 			
2308.2		Contains seismic and snow provisions that need to be deleted. [Revised 3/2/04]	
S.2308.2.2 Buildings in Seismic Design Category B, C, D or E.		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	

2308.9.3 Bracing. Braced wall lines shall consist of braced wall panels that meet the requirements for location, type and amount of bracing as shown in Figure 2308.9.3, specified in Table 2308.9.3(1), and are in line or offset from each other by not more than 4 feet (1219 mm). Braced wall panels shall start not more than 8 feet (2438 mm) from each end of a braced wall line. A designed collector shall be provided if the bracing begins more than 12.5 feet (3810 mm) from an end of a braced wall line. Braced wall panels shall be clearly indicated on the plans. Construction of braced wall panels shall be by one of the following methods:
		No change needed. (3/2/04).

2308.9.3 Bracing. Braced wall lines shall consist of braced wall panels that meet the requirements for location, type and amount of bracing as shown in Figure 2308.9.3, specified in Table 2308.9.3(1), and are in line or offset from each other by not more than 4 feet (1219 mm). Braced wall panels shall start not more than 8 feet (2438 mm) from each end of a braced wall line. A designed collector shall be provided if the bracing begins more than 12.5 feet (3810 mm) from an end of a braced wall line. Braced wall panels shall be clearly
indicated on the plans. Construction of braced wall panels shall be by one of the following methods:

Contains seismic and snow provisions that need to be deleted. [Revised 3/2/04]	
S. 2308.9.4.1 Bracing.		Delete section.  The section is seismic specific and not applicable to Florida	
Figure 2308.9.3 Basic Components of the Lateral Bracing System.		Revise Figure to remove table specific to seismic.	
Table 2308.9.3(1) Bracing Wall Panels.		Delete seismic requirements from table. (Revised 3/2/04). 	
TABLE 2308.9.3(4)
ALLOWABLE SHEAR VALUES (plf) FOR WIND OR SEISMIC LOADING ON VERTICAL DIAPHRAGMS OF FIBERBOARD SHEATHING BOARD CONSTRUCTION FOR TYPE V CONSTRUCTION ONLYa,

Footnote “h”.

h. Values are not permitted in Seismic Design Category D, E or F.

		Revise title of the Table and delete Footnote “h” to remove provisions specific to seismic as follows:

TABLE 2308.9.3(4)
ALLOWABLE SHEAR VALUES (plf) FOR  WIND OR SEISMIC  LOADING ON VERTICAL DIAPHRAGMS OF FIBERBOARD SHEATHING BOARD CONSTRUCTION FOR TYPE V CONSTRUCTION ONLYa,

Footnote “h”.

h. Values are not permitted in Seismic Design Category D, E or F.	
Table 2308.9.3.1		Contains seismic and snow provisions that need to be deleted. [Revised 3/2/04]	
Table 2308.9.5 Header and Girder Spans For Exterior Bearing Walls. 

Footnote “e”. 		Revise Table to remove provisions for “ground snow load” and delete Footnote “e” specific to snow.  These provisions are not specific to Florida.
These sections contain seismic and snow provisions that need to be deleted. [Revised 3/2/04]	
Tables 2308.10.3(3-6)		Delete tables specific to snow loading. [Revised 3/2/04]	
Table 2308.10.4.1 Rafter Tile Connections

Footnote “g”.

g. For snow loads less than 30 pounds per square foot, the required number of nails is permitted to be reduced by multiplying by the ratio of actual snow load plus 10
divided by 40, but not less than the number required for no snow load. 		Delete snow specific provisions from Table and Footnote “g”.  These provisions are not applicable to Florida.	
2308.11 Additional requirements for conventional construction in Seismic Design Category B or C.  

Figure 2308.11.3.2 Stepped Footing Connection Details.

Figure 2308.11.3.3 Openings in Horizontal Diaphragms.		Delete section and Figures 2308.11.3.2 & 2308.11.3.3.  The section and figures are seismic specific and not applicable to Florida.	
2308.12 Additional requirements for conventional construction in Seismic Design Category D or E.

TABLE 2308.12.4
WALL BRACING IN SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORIES D AND E (Minimum Length of Wall Bracing per each 25 Linear Feet of Braced Wall Linea)

FIGURE 2308.12.6(1)
BRACED WALL PANELS OUT OF PLANE

FIGURE 2308.12.6(2)
BRACED WALL PANELS SUPPORTED BY CANTILEVER OR SET BACK

FIGURE 2308.12.6(3)
FLOOR OR ROOF NOT SUPPORTED ON ALL EDGES		Delete section and figures.  The section and figures are seismic specific and not applicable to Florida.	
FIGURE 2308.12.6(4)
ROOF OR FLOOR EXTENSION BEYOND BRACED WALL LINE

FIGURE 2308.12.6(5)
BRACED WALL PANEL EXTENSION OVER OPENING

FIGURE 2308.12.6(6)
PORTIONS OF FLOOR LEVEL OFFSET VERTICALLY

FIGURE 2308.12.6(7)
BRACED WALL LINES NOT PERPENDICULAR

FIGURE 2308.12.6(8)
OPENING LIMITATIONS FOR FLOOR AND ROOF DIAPHRAGMS		Delete section and figures.  The section and figures are seismic specific and not applicable to Florida.	
	HVHZ

ss. 2314 through 2330.
Mod 856, 694	HVHZ

Add ss. 2314 through 2330 as new sections 2314 through 2330, IBC. (See attached).	
CHAPTER 24 GLASS AND GLAZING	CHAPTER 24 GLASS AND GLAZING		
2401.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall govern the materials, design, construction and quality of glass, light transmitting ceramic and light-transmitting plastic panels for exterior and interior use in both vertical and sloped applications
in buildings and structures.
	EXCEPTION: Buildings and structures located within the High Velocity Hurricane Zone shall comply with the provisions of §2410 through §2415.
	Revise s. 2401.1, IBC as follows:
2401.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall govern the materials, design, construction and quality of glass, light transmitting ceramic and light-transmitting plastic panels for exterior and interior use in both vertical and sloped applications
in buildings and structures.

EXCEPTION: Buildings and structures located within the High Velocity Hurricane Zone shall comply with the provisions of §2410 through §2415.	
SECTION 2404 WIND, SNOW, SEISMIC AND DEAD LOADS ON GLASS		Revise title to remove reference to snow and seismic as follows:

SECTION 2404 WIND, SNOW, SEISMIC AND DEAD LOADS ON GLASS	

2404.1 Vertical glass. Glass sloped 15 degrees (0.26 rad) or less from vertical in windows, curtain and window walls, doors and other exterior applications shall be designed to resist the wind loads in Section 1609 for components and cladding.
Glass in glazed curtain walls, glazed storefronts and glazed partitions shall meet the seismic requirements of ASCE 7, Section 9.6.2.10. Glazing firmly supported on all four edges is permitted to be designed by the following provisions. Where the glass is not firmly supported on all four edges, analysis or test data ensuring safe performance for the specific installation shall be prepared by a registered design professional.

		Revise 1st paragraph of section 2404.1 to delete provisions specific to seismic as follows:

2404.1 Vertical glass. Glass sloped 15 degrees (0.26 rad) or less from vertical in windows, curtain and window walls, doors and other exterior applications shall be designed to resist the wind loads in Section 1609 for components and cladding.
Glass in glazed curtain walls, glazed storefronts and glazed partitions shall meet the seismic requirements of ASCE 7, Section 9.6.2.10. Glazing firmly supported on all four edges is permitted to be designed by the following provisions. Where the glass is not firmly supported on all four edges, analysis or test data ensuring safe performance for the specific installation shall be prepared by a registered design professional.	
2403.1 Identification. Each pane shall bear the manufacturer’s label designating the type and thickness of the glass or glazing
material.  With the exception of tempered glazing materials or laminated materials, the identification shall not be omitted unless approved and an affidavit is furnished by the glazing contractor certifying that each light is glazed in accordance with approved construction documents that comply with the provisions of this chapter. Safety glazing shall be identified in accordance with Section 2406.2. 

Each pane of tempered or laminated glass, except tempered or laminated spandrel glass, shall be permanently identified by the manufacturer. The identification label shall be acid etched, sand blasted, ceramic fired, embossed or shall be of a type that once applied cannot be removed without being destroyed.

Tempered or laminated spandrel glass shall be provided with a removable paper marking by the manufacturer.	Mod 976
2403.1 Labels. Each light shall bear the manufacturer's label designating the type and thickness of glass. When approved by the building official, labels may be omitted from other than tempered glazing materials or laminated glazing materials, providing an affidavit is furnished by the glazing contractor certifying that each light is glazed in accordance with the approved plans and specifications.

2403.2 Identification. Each unit of tempered or laminated glass shall be permanently identified by the manufacturer. The identification shall be etched or ceramic fired on the glass and be visible when the unit is glazed. Tempered or laminated spandrel glass is exempted from permanent labeling. This type of glass shall be identified with a removable paper label by the manufacturer. 	Revise 2403.1, IBC as noted to incorporate changes as per ss. 2403.1 and 2403.2, FBC.	

SECTION 2404
WIND, SNOW, SEISMIC
AND DEAD LOADS ON GLASS
2404.1 Vertical glass. Glass sloped 15 degrees (0.26 rad) or less from vertical in windows, curtain and window walls, doors and other exterior applications shall be designed to resist the wind loads in Section 1609 for components and cladding.
Glass in glazed curtain walls, glazed storefronts and glazed partitions shall meet the seismic requirements of ASCE 7, Section 9.6.2.10. Glazing firmly supported on all four edges is permitted to be designed by the following provisions. Where the
glass is not firmly supported on all four edges, analysis or test data ensuring safe performance for the specific installation shall be prepared by a registered design professional.	Mod 929
Section §2405.3 Wind, snow, and dead and impact loads

§2405.3.1 Vertical glass.  All glass within 15 degrees (0.26 rad) of vertical in windows, curtain walls, doors and other exterior applications shall be chosen to resist the wind loads for component and cladding.  The allowable wind load shall be determined in accordance with §2405.3.1.1 and §2405.3.1.2.

§2405.3.1.1 From Figure 2405.3 determine the maximum allowable equivalent load for the glass dimensions and applicable glass thickness.  For laminated glass, the applicable glass thickness is the total glass thickness.  For insulating glass units, it is the thickness of one pane.  See footnotes to Table 2405.3A and Table 2405.3B for other glass types.	Replace s. 2404, FBC with text from Mod 929.	
	§2405.3.1.2 Multiply the value from §2405.3.1.1 by the appropriate factor from Table 2405.3A. This product is the maximum allowable wind load for the glass. The glass is in compliance if the maximum allowable wind load is at least as great as the design wind load determined from §1606.
Glass sloped 15 degrees (0.26 rad) or less from vertical in windows, curtain and window walls, doors and other exterior applications shall be designed to resist the wind loads for components and cladding.  The load resistance of glass under uniform load shall be determined in accordance with ASTM E1300. Design of exterior windows and glass doors in accordance with §2405.3 shall utilize the same edition of ASTM E1300 used for testing in accordance with §1707.4.2.1.   	Same as above.	
	The design of vertical glazing shall be based on the following equation:

Fgw < Fga

where Fgw is the wind load on the glass computed per Section 1606 and Fga is the short duration load resistance of the glass as determined in accordance with ASTM E1300. 

§2405.3.2 Sloped glazing.

Glass sloped more than 15 degrees (0.26 rad) from vertical in skylights, sunspaces, sloped roofs and other exterior applications shall be chosen to resist the applicable loads for components and cladding.  The allowable combined load for the glass shall be determined in accordance with §2405.3.2.1 through §2405.3.2.3.

§2405.3.2.1 The design loads shall be combined as follows:

1. Negative wind load - dead load

2. Positive wind load + dead load

3. Dead load + 1/2 positive wind load

Wind loads shall be determined from 1606. The dead load for the glass in lb/sq ft shall be taken as the total thickness of the glass panes and plies in inches x 13. This applies for glass 30 degrees or less from horizontal. For other slopes the glass dead load is equal to this value times the cosine of its slope from horizontal.

§2405.3.2.2 From Figure 2405.3 determine the maximum allowable equivalent load for the glass dimensions and applicable glass thickness.  For laminated glass, the applicable glass thickness is the total glass thickness.  For insulating glass, it is the thickness of one pane.  See footnotes to Table 2405.3A and Table 2405.3B for other glass types.	Same as above.	
	§2405.3.2.3 If the largest combined load from §2405.3.2.1 is either number 1 or 2, multiply the value from §2405.3.2.2 by the appropriate factor from Table 2405.3A. If the largest combined load is number 3, multiply the value from §2405.3.2.2 by the applicable factor from Table 2405.3B. This product is the maximum allowable equivalent load for the glass. The glass is in compliance if the maximum allowable equivalent load is at least as great as the largest of the three combined loads listed in §2405.3.2.1.
TABLE 2405.3A
                  FACTORS FOR VERTICAL AND SLOPED GLASS{1}

                                                  FACTOR
                                                 FOR USE WITH
          GLASS TYPE                             FIGURE 2405.3

         Single Glass

         Regular (annealed)                       1.0

         Heat Strengthened                        2.0

         Fully Tempered                           4.0

         Wired                                    0.50

         Patterned{3}                             1.0

         Sandblasted{4}                           0.50

         Laminated - regular plies{5}             0.7/0.90{6}

         Laminated - heat-strengthened plies{5}   1.5/1.8{6}

         Laminated - fully tempered plies{5}      3.0/3.6{6}

         Insulating Glass{2}
	Same as above.	
	Regular (annealed)                       1.8

         Heat Strengthened                        3.6

         Fully Tempered                           7.2

         Laminated - regular plies{5}             1.4/1.6{6}

         Laminated - heat-strengthened plies{5}   2.7/3.2{6}

         Laminated - fully tempered plies{5}      5.4/6.5{6}

  Notes to Table 2405.3A and Table 2405.3B:

1. Either Table 2405.3A or Table 2405.3B may be appropriate for sloped glass depending on 
is dominant. See §2405.3.2. For glass types (vertical or sloped) not included in the tables, refer to ASTM E 1300 for guidance.

2. Values apply for insulating glass with identical panes.

3. The value for patterned glass is based on the thinnest part of the pattern; interpolation between graphs in Figure 2405.3 is permitted.

4. The value for sandblasted glass is for moderate levels of sandblasting; for very deep or severe sandblasting the value may be lower.

5. Values for laminated glass are based on the total thickness of the glass and apply for glass with two equal glass ply thicknesses.

6. The lower value applies if, for any laminated glass pane, either the ratio of the long to short dimension is greater than 2.0 or the lesser dimension divided by the thickness of the pane is 150 or less; the higher value applies in all other cases.	Same as above.	
	                               TABLE 2405.3B
                        FACTORS FOR SLOPED GLASS{1}

                                                  FACTOR
                                                 FOR USE WITH
          GLASS TYPE                             FIGURE 2405.3

         Single Glass

         Regular (annealed)                       0.6

         Heat Strengthened                        1.6

         Fully Tempered                           3.6

         Wired                                    0.3

Laminated - regular plies{5}             0.3/0.45{6}

         Laminated - heat strengthened plies{5}   0.8/1.2{6}

         Laminated - fully tempered plies{5}      1.8/2.7{6}

         Insulating Glass{2}

         Regular (annealed)                       1.1

         Heat Strengthened                        2.9

         Fully Tempered                           6.5

         Laminated - regular plies{5}             0.54/0.81{6}

         Laminated - heat strengthened plies{5}   1.4/2.2{6}

         Laminated - fully tempered plies{5}      3.3/4.9{6}

  Notes to Table 2405.3A and Table 2405.3B:	Same as above.	
	1. Either Table 2405.3A or Table 2405.3B may be appropriate for sloped glass depending on whether the snow or wind load is dominant. See §2405.3.2. For glass types (vertical or sloped) not included in the tables, refer to ASTM E 1300 for guidance.

2. Values apply for insulating glass with identical panes.

3. The value for patterned glass is based on the thinnest part of the pattern; interpolation between graphs in Figure 2405.3 is permitted.
5. Values for laminated glass are based on the total thickness of the glass and apply for glass with two equal glass ply thicknesses.

6. The lower value applies if, for any laminated glass pane, either the ratio of the long to short dimension is greater than 2.0 or the lesser dimension divided by the thickness of the pane is 150 or less; the higher value applies in all other cases.

Glass sloped more than 15 degrees (0.26 rad) from vertical in skylights, sun rooms, sloped roofs and other exterior applications shall be designed to resist the most critical of the following combinations of loads.	Same as above.	

	1.	Fg = Wo – D 
2.  Fg = Wi + D 

3.  Fg = 0.5 Wi + D 

where:

D = Glass dead load (psf) (kN/m2)

For glass sloped 30 degrees (0.52 rad) or less from horizontal,

D = 13 tg (For SI:  0.0245 tg)

For  glass sloped more than 30 degrees (0.52 rad) from horizontal,

D = 13 tg cos θ (For SI:  0.0245 tg cos θ).

Fg = Total load, psf (kN/m2) on glass.
tg = Total glass thickness, inches (mm) of glass panes and plies.

Wi = Inward wind force, psf (kN/m2) as calculated in Section 1606.

Wo = Outward wind force, psf (kN/m2) as calculated in Section 1606.
θ = Angle of slope from horizontal.
	The design of sloped glazing shall be based on the following equation:
Fg < Fga	Same as above.	
	where Fg is the total load on the glass determined from the load combinations above and Fga is the short duration load resistance of the glass as determined according to ASTM E1300 for load combinations 1 and 2; or the long duration load resistance of the glass as determined according to ASTM E1300 for load combination 3.
 
§2405.3.3  Wired, patterned, and sandblasted glass.  

§2405.3.3.1  Vertical wired glass.  Wired glass sloped 15 degrees (0.26 rad) or less from vertical in windows, curtain and window walls, doors, and other exterior applications shall be designed to resist the wind loads in Section 1606 for components and cladding according to the following formula:

Fgw < 0.5 Fge  

where Fgw is the wind load on the glass computed per Section 1606 and Fge is the nonfactored load from ASTM E1300 using a thickness designation for monolithic glass that is not greater than the thickness of wired glass.	Same as above.	
	§2405.3.3.2  Wired glass sloped more than 15 degrees (0.26 rad) from vertical in skylights, sun rooms, sloped roofs, and other exterior applications shall be designed to resist the most critical of the combinations of loads from Section §2405.3.2.  For load combinations 1 and 2:

Fg < 0.5 Fge

For load combination 3:
Fg < 0.3 Fge

where Fg is total load on the glass and Fge is the nonfactored load from ASTM E1300.

§2405.3.3.3  Vertical patterned glass.  Patterned glass sloped 15 degrees (0.26 rad) or less from vertical in windows, curtain and window walls, doors, and other exterior applications shall be designed to resist the wind loads in Section 1606 for components and cladding according to the following formula:

Fgw < 1.0 Fge	Same as above.	
	where Fgw is the wind load on the glass computed per Section 1606 and Fge is the nonfactored load from ASTM E1300.  The value for patterned glass shall be based on the thinnest part of the glass.  Interpolation between nonfactored load charts in ASTM E1300 shall be permitted.

§2405.3.3.4  Patterned glass sloped more than 15 degrees (0.26 rad) from vertical in skylights, sun rooms, sloped roofs, and other exterior applications shall be designed to resist the most critical of the combinations of loads from Section §2405.3.2.  For load combinations 1 and 2:

Fg < 1.0 Fge

For load combination 3:

Fg < 0.6Fge

where Fg is total load on the glass and Fge is the nonfactored load from ASTM E1300.  The value for patterned glass shall be based on the thinnest part of the glass.  Interpolation between the nonfactored load charts in ASTM E1300 shall be permitted.

§2405.3.3.5  Vertical sandblasted glass.  Sandblasted glass sloped 15 degrees (0.26 rad) or less from vertical in windows, curtain and window walls, doors, and other exterior applications shall be designed to resist the wind loads in Section 1606 for components and cladding according to the following formula:	Same as above.	
	Fg < 0.5 Fge

where Fg is total load on the glass and Fge is the nonfactored load from ASTM E1300.  The value for sandblasted glass is for moderate levels of sandblasting.

§2405.3.3.6 Other designs.  For designs outside the scope of this Section, an analysis or test data ensuring performance for the specific installation shall be prepared by a registered design professional.

§2411.3.2.1.1 Glazed Curtain Wall, Window Wall and Storefront Systems shall be tested in accordance with the requirements of this Section and the requirements of the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) Standard 501, following test load sequence and test load duration  in TAS 202.	Same as above.	
	2411.3.2.6  Comparative analysis of fixed glass windows may be made provided the proposed unit complies with the following:

  1. Shall always be compared with a tested and currently approved unit.

  2. Varies only in width, height and/or load requirements.

  3. The design is identical in all respects. e.g.: extrusions, glazing system, joinery, fasteners, etc.

  4. Shall not permit more air and water infiltration than the approved unit based on height above grade.

  5. The maximum Uniform Load Distribution (ULD) of any side is equal to the uniform load carried by the side divided by the length of the side.

  6. The ULD of any member must not exceed the ULD of the corresponding member of the tested window.

  7. The uniform load distribution on each member shall be calculated in accordance to "Section 2 - Engineering Design Rules" of the AAMA 103.3-83 Procedural Guide"	Same as above.	
S.2404.2 Sloped glass. Equations 24-4, 24-5.		Revise equations to remove provisions for snow “S”.	
	HVHZ

ss. 2410 through 2415.
Mod 925, 900	HVHZ

Add ss. 2410 through 2415, FBC as new sections 2410 through 2415, IBC. (See attached).	
CHAPTER 25 GYPSUM BOARD AND PLASTER	CHAPTER 25 GYPSUM BOARD AND PLASTER		
SECTION 2505 SHEAR WALL CONSTRUCTION			
2501.1.1 General. Provisions of this chapter shall govern the materials, design, construction and quality of gypsum board, lath, gypsum plaster and cement plaster.

	EXCEPTION: Buildings and structures located within the High Velocity Hurricane Zone shall comply with the provisions of §2507 through §2513.

	2501.1.1 General. Provisions of this chapter shall govern the materials, design, construction and quality of gypsum board, lath, gypsum plaster and cement plaster.

EXCEPTION: Buildings and structures located within the High Velocity Hurricane Zone shall comply with the provisions of §2514 through §2520.	
2505.2 Resistance to shear (steel framing). Cold-formed steel framed shear walls sheathed with gypsum board and constructed in accordance with the materials and provisions of Sections 2211.1, 2211.2, 2211.2.1 and 2211.2.2.3 are permitted to resist wind and seismic loads. Walls resisting seismic loads shall be subject to the limitations in Section 1617.6.
		Revise s.2505.2 to remove provisions  specific to seismic as follows:

 2505.2 Resistance to shear (steel framing). Cold-formed steel framed shear walls sheathed with gypsum board and constructed in accordance with the materials and provisions of Sections 2211.1, 2211.2, 2211.2.1 and 2211.2.2.3 are permitted to resist wind and seismic loads. Walls resisting seismic loads shall be subject to the limitations in Section 1617.6.	
TABLE 2508.5
SHEAR CAPACITY FOR HORIZONTAL WOOD FRAMED GYPSUM BOARD DIAPHRAGM CEILING ASSEMBLIES

a. Values are not cumulative with other horizontal diaphragm values and are for short-term loading due to wind or seismic loading. Values shall be reduced 25 percent for normal loading.

b. Values shall be reduced 50 percent in Seismic Categories D, E and F.		Revise Footnotes “a” and “b” to remove seismic specific provisions as follows: 

a. Values are not cumulative with other horizontal diaphragm values and are for short-term loading due to wind or seismic loading. Values shall be reduced 25 percent for normal loading.

b. Values shall be reduced 50 percent in Seismic Categories D, E and F.	
	HVHZ

ss. 2507 through 2513.	HVHZ

Add ss. 2507 through 2513, FBC as new sections 2514 through 2520, IBC. (See attached).	
CHAPTER 26 PLASTIC	CHAPTER 26 PLASTIC		
2601.1 Scope. These provisions shall govern the materials, design, application, construction and installation of foam plastic,
foam plastic insulation, plastic veneer, interior plastic finish and trim and light-transmitting plastics. See Chapter 14 for requirements for exterior wall finish and trim.

	EXCEPTION: Buildings and structures located within the High Velocity Hurricane Zone shall comply with the provisions of §2603.3 and §2605.

	2601.1 Scope. These provisions shall govern the materials, design, application, construction and installation of foam plastic,
foam plastic insulation, plastic veneer, interior plastic finish and trim and light-transmitting plastics. See Chapter 14 for requirements for exterior wall finish and trim.

EXCEPTION: Buildings and structures located within the High Velocity Hurricane Zone shall comply with the provisions of §2603.9 and §2612.	
SECTION 2603 FOAM PLASTIC INSULATION	SECTION 2603 FOAM PLASTIC INSULATION		
	§2603.3 Protection from termite damage

§2603.3.1 Foam plastic insulation including, but not limited to, extruded or expanded polystyrene or polyisocyanurate shall not be installed below grade on foundation walls or below grade on the exterior of slab foundations.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. When in addition to the requirements of §2304.1.2, an approved method of protecting the foam plastic and structure from subterranean termite damage is provided.

2. Within Types I, II or IV construction.

3. On the interior side of basement walls.

§2603.3.2 Clearance between earth and foam plastics applied to the exterior wall shall be not less than 6 inches (152 mm).	Add section 2603.3, FBC as new section 2603.9, IBC. 	
	§2603.10 Foam plastic near ground. For application of foam plastics in close proximity to ground, see §2304.1.4.	Add section 2603.10, FBC as new section 2603.10, IBC. 	
	Mod 857
2605.2 Definitions.

a. Exposure to xenon arc weatherometer using a 6500-watt lamp per ASTM G2677 G155-00ae1 and ASTM D 2565 for a period of 4,500 hours.	The subject is not addressed in the IBC.  No change is needed.	
	HVHZ

ss. 2603.3 and 2605.	HVHZ

Add ss. 2603.3 and 2605, FBC as new sections 2603.9 and 2612, IBC. (See attached).	
CHAPTER 27 ELECTRICAL	CHAPTER 27 ELECTRICAL 		
2701.1 Scope. This chapter governs the electrical components, equipment and systems used in buildings and structures covered by this code. Electrical components, equipment and systems shall be designed and constructed in accordance with the provisions of the ICC Electrical Code.

	§2701.2 Electrical systems shall comply with the provisions of NFPA 70. Where provisions conflict, this code shall govern.

	Revise s.2701.1, IBC as follows:

 2701.1 Scope. This chapter governs the electrical components, equipment and systems used in buildings and structures covered by this code. Electrical components, equipment and systems shall be designed and constructed in accordance with the provisions of the ICC Electrical Code.  NFPA 70, National Electrical Code, except Article 80. [Revised 1/12/04]	
Section 2702 Emergency and Standby Power Systems		Revise s. 2702 to replace reference to “ICC Electrical Code or International Fire Code” with reference to “NFPA 70 or Florida Fire Prevention Code” as applicable.	
CHAPTER 28 MECHANICAL SYSTEMS	CHAPTER 28 MECHANICAL SYSTEMS		
Section 2801.1		Revise s. 2801.1 to replace reference to “International Mechanical Code or International Fuel Gas Code” with reference to “Florida Mechanical Code or Florida Fuel Gas Code” as applicable.	
CHAPTER 29 PLUMBING SYSTEMS	CHAPTER 29 PLUMBING SYSTEMS		
SS. 2901.1, 2902.1.1 and Table 2902.1, 		Revise sections and table to replace reference to the “International Plumbing Code, International Private Sewage Disposal Code” With reference to “International Plumbing Code”.  	
CHAPTER 30 ELEVATORS AND CONVEYING SYSTEMS	CHAPTER 30 ELEVATORS AND CONVEYING SYSTEMS 		
3001.1 Scope. This chapter governs the design, construction, installation, alteration and repair of elevators and conveying systems and their components.
	Note: Other administrative and programmatic provisions may apply.  See the Department of Business and Professional Regulation [DBPR] Chapter 399, Florida Statutes, and 61C-5, Florida Administrative Code.  The regulation and enforcement of the following sections of the adopted codes, and their addenda, are preempted to the Bureau of Elevator Safety of the Department of Business and Professional regulation:  ASME A 17.1, Chapter 10; ASME A 17.1, Chapter 11; ASME A 17.1, Section 1206; ASME A17.3, Sections 1.2, 1.5; ASME A18.1, Chapter 10.	Add “Note”, FBC to section 3001.1, IBC. 	
3001.2 Referenced standards. Except as otherwise provided for in this code, the design, construction, installation, alteration,
repair and maintenance of elevators and conveying systems and their components shall conform to ASME A17.1, ASME A90.1, ASME B20.1, ALI ALCTV, and ASCE 24 for construction in flood hazard areas established in Section 1612.3.

	§3001.1.1 Elevators, shall be constructed, installed and maintained to provide proper safety in accordance with the requirements of this code. Construction, installation and maintenance shall conform with ASME A17.1, 1996 Edition, Addenda A17.1a, 1997 Edition, and A17.1b, 1998   Edition, A17.3, 1996 Edition, and A18.1, 1999 Edition, except as otherwise provided for in this code.

The division may grant exceptions to the Elevator Safety code as authorized by the Elevator Safety code.	Revise s. 3001.2 as follows:

3001.2 Referenced standards. Except as otherwise provided for in this code, the design, construction, installation, alteration,
repair and maintenance of elevators and conveying systems and their components shall conform to ASME A17.1, ASME A90.1, ASME B20.1, ALI ALCTV, and ASCE 24 for construction in flood hazard areas established in Section 1612.3. ASME A17.3, 1996 Edition and ASME A18.1, 1999 Edition.

The division may grant exceptions to the Elevator Safety code as authorized by the Elevator Safety code.	
3001.3 Accessibility. Passenger elevators required to be accessible by Chapter 11 shall conform to ICC A117.1.
		Revise as follows:

3001.3 Accessibility. Passenger elevators required to be accessible by Chapter 11. shall conform to ICC A117.1.	
	§3001.1.3 Design, installation, and alteration of elevators

1. Each elevator shall comply with the Elevator Safety code that was in effect at the time of receipt of application for the construction permit for the elevator.

2. Each alteration to, or relocation of, an elevator shall comply with the Elevator Safety code that was in effect at the time of receipt of the application for the construction permit for the alteration or relocation.	Add section 3001.1.3, FBC as new section 3001.5, IBC.	
	SECTION 3002                        DEFINITIONS	Add 3002, FBC as a new section 3001.6, IBC.	
	§3002.1 As used in this chapter, the term:

Alteration means any change or addition to the vertical conveyance other than maintenance, repair, or replacement.

Certificate of competency means a document issued by the division which evidences the competency of a person to construct, install, inspect, maintain, or repair any vertical conveyance.

Certificate of operation means a document issued by the department which indicates that the conveyance has had the required safety inspection and tests and that fees have been paid as provided in this Chapter 399, FS.

Conveyance means an elevator, dumbwaiter, escalator, moving sidewalk, platform lift and stairway chairlift.

Department, for the purpose of this section, means the Department of Business and Professional Regulation.

Division for the purpose of this section, means the Division of Hotels and Restaurants of the Department of Business and Professional Regulation.	Same as above.	
	Elevator means one of the following mechanical devices:

(a) A hoisting and lowering mechanism, equipped with a car and platform that moves in guide rails and serves two or more landings to transport material or passengers or both. (b) An escalator, which is a power-driven, inclined continuous stairway used for raising or lowering passengers. (c) A dumbwaiter, which is a hoisting and lowering mechanism equipped with a car of limited size which moves in guide rails and serves two or more landings. (d) A moving walk, which is a type of passenger-carrying device on which passengers stand or walk and in which the passenger-carrying surface remains parallel to its direction of motion and is uninterrupted. (e) An inclined stairway chairlift, which is a device used to transport physically handicapped persons over architectural barriers. (f) An inclined or vertical wheelchair lift, which is a device used to transport wheelchair handicapped persons over architectural barriers.
	Same as above.	
	Exceptions to this definition are as follows:
Personnel hoists and material hoists within the scope of ASME A10.
Man lifts within the scope of ASME A90.1.
Mobile scaffolds, towers, and platforms within the scope of
ANSI A92.
Powered platforms and equipment for exterior and interior
maintenance within the scope of ASME A120.1.
Conveyors and related equipment within the scope of ASME B20.1.
Cranes, derricks, hoists, hooks, jacks, and slings within the
scope of ASME B30.
Industrial trucks within the scope of ASME B56.
Portable equipment, except for portable escalators that are covered by this Code.
Tiered or piling machines used to move materials to and from
storage located and operating entirely within one story.
Equipment for feeding or positioning materials at machine tools and printing presses.
Skip or furnace hoists.
Wharf ramps.
Railroad car lifts or dumpers. 	Same as above.	
	Line jacks, false cars, shafters, moving platforms, and similar
equipment used for installing an elevator by a contractor licensed
in this state.
Automated people movers at airports.
Elevators in television and radio towers.
Hand-operated dumbwaiters.
Sewage pump station lifts.
Automobile parking lifts.
Equipment covered in §1.2 of the Elevator Safety Code.
Elevators, inclined
stairway chairlifts, and inclined or vertical wheelchair lifts located in private residences.	Same as above.	
	Elevator company means any person who constructs, installs, inspects, maintains or repairs any elevator.

Escalator means an installation defined as an escalator in the Florida Building Code.

Existing installation means an installation defined as an
"installation, existing" in the Florida Building Code.

Private residence means a separate dwelling or a separate apartment in a multiple dwelling which is occupied by members of a single family.	Same as above.	
	Temporary dormant conveyance means a conveyance whose power has been disconnected by removing fuses and placing a padlock on the mainline
disconnect switch in the "OFF" position.  The car is parked and the hoistway doors are in the closed and latched position.  A wire seal is installed on the mainline disconnect switch by a certificate of competency elevator inspector.  This installation may not be used again until it has been put in safe running order and is in condition for use.  Annual inspections shall continue for the duratio0n of the temporary dormant status by a certificate of competency elevator inspector.  The temporarily dormant status is renewable on an annual basis and may not exceed a 5-year period.  The inspector shall file a report with the chief elevator inspector describing he current conditions.  The wire seal and padlock may not be removed for any purpose without permission from the elevator inspector.	Same as above.	
Section 3002 Hoistway Enclosurs.	§3003.1.9 Floors may be of concrete or may be of metal construction
with or without perforations.  Metal floors shall conform to the
  following:

1. If of bar-type grating, the openings between bars shall reject a 3/4-inch (19 mm) diameter ball.

2. If of perforated sheet metal or of fabricated openwork construction, the openings shall reject a 1-inch (25.4 mm) diameter ball.  

Each enclosed elevator lobby and each elevator machine room shall be provided with an approved smoke detector located in the lobby ceiling in accordance with NFPA 72. Smoke detectors may be installed in any hoistway, and shall be installed in hoistways which are sprinklered. When the smoke detector is activated, all affected elevators shall operate in conformance with NFPA 72, Rule 3-8.15.	Add the following text as a new section 3002.8, IBC to read as follows:

 Each enclosed elevator lobby and each elevator machine room shall be provided with an approved smoke detector located in the lobby ceiling in accordance with NFPA 72. Smoke detectors may be installed in any hoistway, and shall be installed in hoistways which are sprinklered. When the smoke detector is activated, all affected elevators shall operate in conformance with NFPA 72, Rule 3-8.15.
	
	§3003.4.2 Elevator accessibility requirements for the physically
handicapped.

(1) Each elevator must be made accessible to physically handicapped persons with the following requirements:

(a) In a building having any elevators that do not provide access to every floor level, elevator hallway call buttons on all main levels of ingress and on any floor that is commonly served by more than one group of elevators must be marked with Arabic and braille symbols that indicate floor levels to which access is provided. The symbols must be placed directly above each call button. 	Add s.3003.4.2, FBC as a new section 3007, IBC.	
	(b) Each elevator car interior must have a support rail on at least one wall.  All support rails must be smooth and have no sharp edges and must not be more than 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) thick or 2-1/2 inches (63 mm) in diameter.  Support rails must be continuous and a minimum length of 42 inches (1067 mm) overall.
The inside surface of support rails must be 1-1/2 inches (38
mm) clear of the car wall.  The distance from the top of the support rail to the finished car floor must be at least 31 inches (787 mm) and not more than 33 inches (838 mm).  Padded or tufted material or decorative materials such as wallpaper, vinyl, cloth or the like may be not be used on support rails.	Same as above.	
	(c) Each elevator covered by this section must be available to be used at any time to assist the physically handicapped in an         emergency evacuation.  The requirements of the latest revision of §211 of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers standard ASMEA17.1 must be complied with to meet the requirements of this paragraph.

(d) Interior surface of car enclosures must be of fire-resistive material, and walls must be surfaced with nonabrasive material. All materials exposed to the car interior must conform to the standards of the Elevator Safety code.	Same as above.	
	(e) A bench or seat may be installed on the rear wall of the elevator car enclosure, if the bench or seat does not protrude beyond the vertical plane of the elevator car enclosure wall when folded into a recess provided for the bench or seat and, when not in use, the bench or seat automatically folds into the recess.  The bench or seat must be capable of supporting a live load of at least 250 pounds (113.4 kg) on any 12-inch by 12-inch (305 x 305 mm) area.  A padded, tufted, or other decorative material may not be used to cover the bench or seat; or may the bench or seat encroach on the minimum clear-inside- car dimensions specified in this section.	Same as above.	
	(2) This section applies only to elevators available for the
transportation of the public.  This section does not apply to
elevators restricted by key or similar device to a limited number of persons in a building that has an elevator that otherwise meets
the requirements of this section or to elevators used only for the transportation of freight.  However, elevators that are used as freight and passenger elevators for the public and employees must
comply with this section.  This section does not apply to
dumbwaiters or escalators.

(3) This section supersedes all other state regulations and local ordinances and rules affecting the accessibility of passenger elevators to the physically handicapped, and the standards established by this section may not be modified by municipal or county ordinance.	Same as above.	
	Section 3003.8, Serial numbers; Section 3003.9 Electrolysis Protection for Underground Hydraulic Elevator Cylinders; Section 3003.10 Bulletin Boards;  Section 3003.11 Alterations to Electric and Hydraulic Elevators and Escalators.	Add section 3003.8, FBC as a new section 3008, IBC.  Add section 3003.9, FBC as a new section 3009, IBC.  Add section 3003.10, FBC as a new section 3010, IBC.  Add 3003.11, FBC as a new section 30011, IBC. (See 2001 FBC) 	
CHAPTER 31 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION	CHAPTER 31 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION		
Section 3102.1, Section 3103.1.		Change reference “International Fire Code” to the “Florida Fire Prevention Code”.	

SECTION 3105
AWNINGS AND CANOPIES

3105.1 General. Awnings or canopies shall comply with the requirements of this section and other applicable sections of
this code.
3105.2 Definition. The following term shall, for the purposes of this section and as used elsewhere in this code, have the meaning shown herein.
RETRACTABLE AWNING. A retractable awning is a cover with a frame that retracts against a building or other structure to
which it is entirely supported.
3105.3 Design and construction. Awnings and canopies shall be designed and constructed to withstand wind or other lateral
loads and live loads as required by Chapter 16 with due allowance for shape, open construction and similar features that relieve
the pressures or loads. Structural members shall be protected to prevent deterioration. Awnings shall have frames of noncombustible material, fire-retardant-treated wood, wood of Type IV size, or 1-hour construction with combustible or
noncombustible covers and shall be either fixed, retractable, folding or collapsible.	Mod 991
3105.8 Fabric Awnings and Fabric Covered Frames. Fabric awnings and fabric covered frames shall comply with the provisions of 3105.8 as applicable.
3105.8.1 Location.
3105.8.1.1 Fabric awnings and fabric covered frames located over public property or in areas accessible to the general public shall be constructed so that no rigid part of such fabric awnings or FCF shall be less than 7'-6" from the grade directly below, and no part of the cloth drop shall be less than 7'-0".
3105.8.1.2 A fixed fabric awning or FCF shall not extend over public property more than two-thirds the distance from the property line to the nearest curb line in front of the building site as measured from the exterior face of the building nor shall any portion be closer than 18 inches to the curb line.	Replace the text of Section 3105, IBC. with text from s. 3105.8, FBC. 	

3105.4 Canopy materials. Canopies shall be constructed of a rigid framework with an approved covering, that is flame resistant
in accordance with NFPA 701 or has a flame spread index not greater than 25 when tested in accordance with ASTM E 84.
	Mod 991
EXCEPTION: 1. If installed over 14 feet in height, it may occupy the entire width of the sidewalk.  2. Unless otherwise regulated by local zoning requirements.
3105.8.1.3 Fabric covered framework in whole or in part of fabric, erected in connection with gasoline service stations may not be erected within 15'-0" of where flammable liquids are transferred.
3105.8.1.4 Movable fabric awnings or FCF may extend over public property for a distance of not more than 5 feet, provided such awnings or any part thereof maintain a clear height of 8 feet above the  sidewalk.  All such movable awnings shall be supported on metal frames attached to the building.
3105.8.1.5 Every fabric awning or FCF shall be located as not to interfere with the operation of any exterior standpipe, stairway, fire escape or any means of egress to and from the building.	Same as above.	
	Mod 991
3105.8.2 Area. No fabric awning or FCF shall exceed the area of the building to  which it is attached.
3105.8.3 Material.
3105.8.3.1 Fabric used for awnings or FRC shall be flame resistant in accordance with NFPA 701.
EXCEPTION: Awnings or FRC used in conjunction with Group R3 Occupancies.
3105.8.3.2 Supports for fabric awnings and FCF shall be of metal or similar durable material.
3105.8.4 DESIGN.
3105.8.4.1 Design of the framing members shall not be based on removal or repositioning of parts, or the whole, during periods of  75 mph wind velocity.
3105.8.4.2 Design of the structural framing members shall be based on rational analysis, using the applicable wind loads of Chapter 16 as shown below:

3105.8.4.2.1 The wind design loads for any fabric or membrane covered structure designed with a quick removal or breakaway membrane or fabric at wind velocities of 75 m.p.h., shall be based on the following criteria:	Same as above.	
	Mod 991
1. Minimum wind velocity of 3 sec wind gust 90 m.p.h.
2. Importance factor based on low hazard to human
life of 0.77
3. Exposure Category B for or C as defined in Chapter 16.
3105.8.4.2.2 The wind design loads for any fabric or membrane covered structure designed with a permanent or non-removable fabric or membrane, shall be based on the following criteria:
1. Minimum wind velocity as required in chapter 16.
2. Importance factor based on low hazard to human
life of 0.77.
3. Exposure Category B or C as defined in Chapter 16

3105.8.4.2 The fabric portions of awnings FCF shall be securely laced, tied or otherwise fastened to the frame; no rafter or front bar will be permitted in pockets; and in no case shall a rolling curtain be caused to operate over a canopy frame.	Same as above.	
	Mod 991
3105.8.4.3 The horizontal projection of cantilevered portions shall not be greater than 2 times the height, except where the building construction does not permit a proper installation; in which case, variance may be permitted by the Building Official, based on special design and construction.

Mod 989
3112 Rigid Awnings and Canopy Shutters.	Same as above.	
	Mod 989
3112.1 Loads. Rigid awnings and canopy shutters shall be designed to resist the loads set forth in Chapter 16 of this Code except that structures or parts thereof which are intended to be removed or repositioned during periods of high wind velocity shall be designed in their open or extended position to design pressures based on a basic wind speed of minimum 90 MPH 3 second wind gust with applicable shape factors and to resist not less than 10 psf roof live load.

3112.2 Where such structure is intended to be folded or otherwise repositioned to close an opening when the building is unattended or act as a storm shutter the design in the closed position shall also comply with Chapter 16 and shall be impact resistant in accordance with §1606.1.4.	Same as above.	
Section 3109 Swimming Pool Enclosures and Safety Devices.		Delete Section 3109 since it is already covered by Chapter 4. (See above).  	
	Section 3107 Structures Seaward of A Coastal Construction Control Line	Add Section 3107, FBC as Section 3109, IBC. (See 2001 FBC).	
	Section 3109 Flood Resistant Construction	Add Section 3109, FBC as a new Section 3110, IBC.  (See 2001 FBC.)	
	Section 3110 Deposit of Material In Tidewater Regulated	Add Section 3110, FBC as a new section 3111, IBC.  (See 2001 FBC.)	
	Section 3111 Lighting, Mirrors, Landscaping 	Add Section 3111, FBC as a new section 3112, IBC.  (See 2001 FBC.)	
CHAPTER 32 ENCROACHMENTS INTO THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY  	CHAPTER 32 CONSTRUCTION IN THE PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY	No change.	
	Mod 340
§3206.2 Sidewalk or street obstructions.  unless allowed by the applicable governing authority having jurisdiction of the right of way or public property, public property shall be maintained clear of any and all obstructions, including among others, posts, columns, display of wares or merchandise and sidewalk signs.	Add s. 3206.2, FBC as a new section 3202.5, IBC.	
CHAPTER 33 SAFEGUARDS DURING CONSTRUCTION	CHAPTER 33 SITE WORK, DEMOLITION AND CONSTRUCTION		
S.3305.1 		Change reference to the “International Plumbing Code” with reference to the “Florida Plumbing Code”.  	
CHAPTER 34 EXISTING STRUCTURES	FLORIDA CODE FOR EXISTING BUILDING	Delete Chapter 34 and reference the Florida Existing Building Code instead.  [Revised 1/13/04]	
CHAPTER 35 REFERENCE STANDARDS 	CHAPTER 35 REFERENCE STANDARDS		
	Mods: 945, 987, 920, 456, 462, 985	Add the following standards to Chapter 35, IBC

AAF Guide for the Construction of Aluminum Structures in High Wind Areas  ........... §1609.1.1
AAMA 501-94		Method for Test for Exterior Wall s. 1714.5.3.3.1
ASTM E 1886-02 Standard Test Method for Performance of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, Doors, and Storm Shutters Impacted by Missile(s) and Exposed to Cyclic Pressure Differentials.                                                                     1609.1.4
ASTM E 1996-02 Standard Specification for Performance of Exterior Windows, Glazed Curtain Walls, Doors and Storm Shutters Impacted by Windborne Debris in Hurricanes.                                                                                  1609.1.4
ASCE 7-988 Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures ........................ §3109.6

Update 
UL 103-89 2001, Factory Built Chimneys 
UL 555-96 1999, Fire Dampers 
- with Revisions through January 10, 2002
AAMA 501 -94 Method for Test for Exterior Wall.
Update ASTM E 330 to the 2002 edition.	
		Add DASMA 108-02  [Revised 3/2/04]	
	Mod 969	ICBO Acceptance Criteria, AC 32, Acceptance Criteria for Concrete with Synthetic Fibers April 1999. 	
ICC EC 03 ICC Electrical Code...101.4.1, 107.3, 414.5.4, 414.9.2.8.1, 904.3.1, 907.5, 909.11, 909.12.1, 909.16.3, 1205.4.1, 1405.10.1, 2701.1, 2702.1, 3401.3		Revised to read as follows: [1/12/04]
ICC EC 03 ICC Electrical Code...101.4.1, 107.3, 414.5.4, 414.9.2.8.1, 904.3.1, 907.5, 909.11, 909.12.1, 909.16.3, 1205.4.1, 1405.10.1, 2701.1, 2702.1, 3401.3
70-02 National Electrical Code, except Article 80...101.4.1, 107.3, 414.5.4, 414.9.2.8.1, 904.3.1, 907.5, 909.11, 909.12.1, 909.16.3, 1205.4.1, 1405.10.1, 2701.1, 2702.1, 3401.3	
	CHAPTER 36 FLORIDA FIRE PREVENTION CODE	Add as new Chapter 36, IBC.  (See 2001 FBC.)	
	§3601.1 Scope. Provisions of this chapter shall govern the design, construction, and arrangement of elements to provide a safe means of egress from buildings and structures and to minimize hazard to life and property due to fire and panic.

§3601.2 In addition to the provisions of this code, buildings shall comply with the Florida Fire Prevention Code as adopted by the Florida State Fire Marshall.	Add as new section to Chapter 36, IBC.	
APPENDIX A EMPLOYEE QUALIFICATIONS		Delete Appendix since it is outside the Commission’s legislative authority.  Also, these provisions are covered under FS 468.	
APPENDIX B BOARD OF APPEALS		Delete appendix.  Commission has no authority to establish provisions for Board of Appeal.	
APPENDIX C GROUP U - AGRICULTURAL BUILDINGS		Delete appendix.  Commission has no authority to establish provisions for Agricultural Buildings. 	
APPENDIX D FIRE DISTRICTS		No change.	
APPENDIX E SUPPLEMENTARY ACCESSIBILITY REQUIREMENTS 		Delete Appendix E.  In conflict with Florida Statutes.	
Appendix F Rodent Proofing		Delete Appendix F.  [Revised 1/13/04]	
Appendix G Flood-Resistant Construction 		Delete Appendix.  Authority to establish flood standards was deferred to the local (See Chapter 31).  	
Appendix H Signs		Delete Appendix H.  [Revised 1/13/04]	
Appendix I Patio Covers		Delete Appendix I.  [Revised 1/13/04]	
Appendix J Grading		Delete Appendix J.  [Revised 1/13/04]	
	Appendix B Chapter 9B-52	Add as a new Appendix X, IBC. 	
	Appendix C Chapter 9B-53	Add as a new Appendix X, IBC.	
	Appendix D	Add as new Appendix X, IBC.	
	Appendix E	Add as new Appendix X, IBC.