Florida Department of Community Affairs
Building Codes and Standards
TAC & Commission Tracking Chart
Page 1 of 12
6/25/2010
Code Change Cycle:
2010 Triennial Original Modification 3/1/2010 ‑ 4/2/2010
Total Mods for this TAC:
Mechanical
TAC:
 46 
SubCode:
Building
202
 3854 
revise definition
Steven Bassett
2
Comment
Pittman second.  NAR Aye 0   Nay   10 Handled by A1 of 3853.
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
R315
 3844 
The intent of the proposal is to align the Florida building code supplement with nationally recognized consensus standards for carbon monoxide detection.
marilyn williams
3
Comment

Second.  NAR Aye 0   Nay   10 Handled by A1 of 3853.

Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
202 and 916
 3840 
The intent of the proposal is to align the Florida building code supplement with nationally recognized consensus standards for carbon monoxide detection.
marilyn williams
9
Comment

Palacios second.  NAR Aye 0   Nay   10 Handled by A1 of 3853.

Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
916
 3853 
Changes to Carbon Monoxide Protection
Steven Bassett
9
Comment

Quintela second. Aye 0   Nay   10 Handled by A1 of 3853. (AM use Fire TAC)

Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
AS = Approved as Submitted
AM = Approved as Modified
NAR = No Affirmative Recommendation
W = Withdrawn
I = Insufficient (incomplete or does not meet criteria)
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Page 2 of 12
6/25/2010
Total Mods for this TAC:
Mechanical
TAC:
 46 
SubCode:
Building
New appendix
 4391 
Add a new Appendix “XX” (Designation to be assigned)
Doug Harvey
2711
Comment
Pittman second. Aye 4   Nay   6  NAR  Haven’t been provided document for review.  Changes underway at code hearing next week.
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
SubCode:
Mechanical
All
 4383 
Replace the Florida Building Code‑Mechanical with the 2009 International Mechanical Code in its entirety.
Doug Harvey
1
Comment
Pittman second. Aye 1   Nay   9  NAR  Would weaken the code.
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
202
 3749 
Revise Air Conditioning definition
J Glenn‑BASF
2
Comment
Pittman second. Aye  10  Nay 0   AS
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
202
 3750 
Definition of Air Distribution system retain the based code (IMC) language
J Glenn‑BASF
2
Comment
Pittman second.  Aye 10   Nay 0   AS
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
AS = Approved as Submitted
AM = Approved as Modified
NAR = No Affirmative Recommendation
W = Withdrawn
I = Insufficient (incomplete or does not meet criteria)
TAC Recommendations

Florida Department of Community Affairs
Building Codes and Standards
TAC & Commission Tracking Chart
Page 3 of 12
6/25/2010
Total Mods for this TAC:
Mechanical
TAC:
 46 
SubCode:
Mechanical
202
 3756 
Retain the based code (IMC) language
J Glenn‑BASF
2
Comment
Pittman second.  Aye  5  Nay    5  NAR   IMC definition not sufficient.
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
202
 3758 
Retain the based code (IMC) language
J Glenn‑BASF
2
Comment
Second. Aye  0  Nay   10  NAR  Standard diminishes options. 
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
202
 3759 
Retain the base code (IMC) language.
J Glenn‑BASF
2
Comment
Goll second. Quintela move amend IMC to limit water temperature to no more than 200oF (93oC), second. Aye 10    Nay  0. Crum move proposal as amended. Aye 10    Nay 0  AM  Need to add NFPA temperature limit.
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
301.13, 401.4, 501.2.1, 602.4, 603.13, 1305.2.1
 4403 
Clarify the elevation above which mechanical systems, equipment and fixtures are required to be elevated is the elevation specified in 1612.4.
Christopher Jones
3
Comment
Second. Aye 10   Nay 0    AS
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
AS = Approved as Submitted
AM = Approved as Modified
NAR = No Affirmative Recommendation
W = Withdrawn
I = Insufficient (incomplete or does not meet criteria)
TAC Recommendations

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Building Codes and Standards
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Page 4 of 12
6/25/2010
Total Mods for this TAC:
Mechanical
TAC:
 46 
SubCode:
Mechanical
301.4.1
 3761 
Delete section as unnecessary
J Glenn‑BASF
3
Comment
Palacios second.  Aye 8   Nay  2  AS
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
301.4.2
 3763 
Delete section as unnecessary
J Glenn‑BASF
3
Comment
Pittman second. Aye  6  Nay 4   NAR   Would take away the ability of the mechanical official to do his job.
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
401.4.1
 3767 
Retain base code (IMC) language
J Glenn‑BASF
4
Comment
Palacios second.   Aye 0   Nay 10 NAR  Intake needs to be more than 3 feet vertically, wind often blows down. 
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
401.4.1
 3782 
Delete section 401.4.1 and retain base code (IMC) criteria by using 401.4 and 401.5.
J Glenn‑BASF
4
Comment
Pittman second.  Aye  0  Nay   10   NAR   Consistent with 3767 and wording of screen openings should be more clear.    
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
AS = Approved as Submitted
AM = Approved as Modified
NAR = No Affirmative Recommendation
W = Withdrawn
I = Insufficient (incomplete or does not meet criteria)
TAC Recommendations

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Building Codes and Standards
TAC & Commission Tracking Chart
Page 5 of 12
6/25/2010
Total Mods for this TAC:
Mechanical
TAC:
 46 
SubCode:
Mechanical
401.5
 4035 
Adds new standard: AMCA 550 to section 401.5
Amanda Hickman
4
Comment
Seconded, Tabled. Removed from table.  Pittman second.   Aye 10   Nay  0   AS      Concern over FL specific language base.
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
402.3.1
 3775 
Delete section as it relates to natural ventilation
J Glenn‑BASF
4
Comment
Palacios second.  Aye  9  Nay 1   AS
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
501.2.2
 4037 
Add AMCA 550 to section 501.2.2
Amanda Hickman
5
Comment
Pittman, second.  Aye 10   Nay 0   AS          editorial change to Florida Building Code
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
603
 3653 
Revise section 603 to summarize Florida‑specifics into a table and return to International code formatting.
Ann Stanton
6
Comment
Palacios second.  Aye 7   Nay 0   AS
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
AS = Approved as Submitted
AM = Approved as Modified
NAR = No Affirmative Recommendation
W = Withdrawn
I = Insufficient (incomplete or does not meet criteria)
TAC Recommendations

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Building Codes and Standards
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Page 6 of 12
6/25/2010
Total Mods for this TAC:
Mechanical
TAC:
 46 
SubCode:
Mechanical
603.11
 3785 
Retain base code (IMC) language to provide direction for furnace connections.
J Glenn‑BASF
6
Comment
Andrews second.  Aye 9   Nay 0  AS
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
603.14
 3788 
Retain base code (IMC) language. Reference to 603.7 is incorrect.
J Glenn‑BASF
6
Comment
Palacios second.  Aye  8  Nay 1  AS
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
603.4.3
 3870 
Make Code consistant with residential duct code criteria
Robert Cochell
6
Comment
Palacios second.  Aye 0   Nay   10   NAR         Weakens the code.
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
606.2
 3790 
Retain base code language.
J Glenn‑BASF
6
Comment
Palacios second. Aye 0   Nay 10   NAR   Mod conflicts with NFPA 90 std, like exception to 606.2, would be useful to bring back.. 
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
AS = Approved as Submitted
AM = Approved as Modified
NAR = No Affirmative Recommendation
W = Withdrawn
I = Insufficient (incomplete or does not meet criteria)
TAC Recommendations

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Building Codes and Standards
TAC & Commission Tracking Chart
Page 7 of 12
6/25/2010
Total Mods for this TAC:
Mechanical
TAC:
 46 
SubCode:
Mechanical
606.4
 3791 
Retain base code (IMC) language
J Glenn‑BASF
6
Comment
Second. Aye 0   Nay 10  NAR  Proposal is unclear.
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
918.6
 3792 
Retain base code (IMC) language. Section 918 is Titled “Forced‑Air Warm‑Air Furnaces not “Mechanical Systems”
J Glenn‑BASF
9
Comment
Second.  Aye 10   Nay 0   AS
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
1001.1
 4396 
helps mechanical and boiler inspectors identify potentially unsafe boiler rooms,due to high levels of carbon monoxide.limit carbon monoxide in boiler rooms to a maximum of 50 ppm, as per OSHA guidelines.
george taylor
10
Comment
Palacios second.  Use Alternate 2 per proponent.  Aye 10   Nay 0    AM
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
1003.1
 3793 
Retain base code (IMC) language.
J Glenn‑BASF
10
Comment
Pittman second.  Aye 10   Nay 0   AS
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
AS = Approved as Submitted
AM = Approved as Modified
NAR = No Affirmative Recommendation
W = Withdrawn
I = Insufficient (incomplete or does not meet criteria)
TAC Recommendations

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Page 8 of 12
6/25/2010
Total Mods for this TAC:
Mechanical
TAC:
 46 
SubCode:
Mechanical
1006.6
 3649 
Add exception to this section of code for a solar system that can have multiple PRV's. Discharging a 1/2&quot; relief valve device in the solar loop into thie T&amp;P tank discharge should be acceptable.
Ben Bentley
10
Comment
Quintela second.  Aye 0   Nay 10   NAR   Concern with safety and damage to materials.
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
1107.2.1
 3794 
retain base code (IMC) language.
J Glenn‑BASF
11
Comment
Mollan second.  Aye 1   Nay 9  NAR  Weakens the code.
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
1402.2
 3600 
Water heaters and/or solar storage tank‑water heater combinations are considered to be solar equipment. An execption should be made for the solar water heater since no one expects it to be raised 6 feet off the finished floor.
Ben Bentley
14
Comment
Mollan second. Aye 0   Nay    10  NAR      Should apply to all components of the system.
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
1402.4.1
 3818 
Solar collectors mounted above the roof.
Pate Lisa
14
Comment
Pittman second.  Aye 10   Nay  0    AS    Brought back, second, unanimous.  Aye 0   Nay 8   NAR  Not FL specific.
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
AS = Approved as Submitted
AM = Approved as Modified
NAR = No Affirmative Recommendation
W = Withdrawn
I = Insufficient (incomplete or does not meet criteria)
TAC Recommendations

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Page 9 of 12
6/25/2010
Total Mods for this TAC:
Mechanical
TAC:
 46 
SubCode:
Mechanical
1402.5.1
 3391 
FSEC clearly shows a PRV only for the solar loop in manuals and approved systems. FSEC is correct. Code needs to show T&amp;P for tank and PRV for solar loop.
Ben Bentley
14
Comment
Pittman second.  Aye  3  Nay 7   NAR   Would make code less safe.
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
1402.5.4
 3601 
For clarity to distinguish between potable and non potable liquid single phase solar energy systems.
Ben Bentley
14
Comment
Mollan second.  Aye 0   Nay    10   NAR         Not FL specific.
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
1402.6
 3819 
Roof and wall penetrations.
Pate Lisa
14
Comment
Pittman second.  Aye 0   Nay 10   NAR         Not FL specific.
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
Referenced Standards
 4036 
Add AMCA 550 to Referenced Standards
Amanda Hickman
15
Comment
Second. Propose amend standard to -09 date on standard, add ANSI, second. Aye10   Nay  0    Fix standard date. Move mod with amendment., second, Aye  10  Nay 0  AM Fix standard date/agency.
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
AS = Approved as Submitted
AM = Approved as Modified
NAR = No Affirmative Recommendation
W = Withdrawn
I = Insufficient (incomplete or does not meet criteria)
TAC Recommendations

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Building Codes and Standards
TAC & Commission Tracking Chart
Page 10 of 12
6/25/2010
Total Mods for this TAC:
Mechanical
TAC:
 46 
SubCode:
Mechanical
SMACNA
 3842 
Update referenced standard.
Ann Stanton
15
Comment
Andrews second.  Aye 10   Nay  0   AS      
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
SubCode:
Residential
315.1
 4190 
Retain base code (IRC) language
J Glenn‑BASF
3
Comment
AM – taken together with the Fire TAC and as per the Electrical TAC action “AM”.

Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
12‑21
 4390 
Replace the Florida Building Code, Residential Section 12‑21 Mechanical with Section 12‑21 Mechanical of the 2009 International Residential Code in its entirety.
Doug Harvey
12
Comment
Pittman second.  Aye 3   Nay 7   NAR   Diminishes the code. Didn’t submit strikeout.
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
1307.2.1
 3869 
Add prescriptive for ground mounted units
Robert Cochell
13
Comment
Quintela second.  Aye 0   Nay 10   NAR         Weakens the code.  
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
AS = Approved as Submitted
AM = Approved as Modified
NAR = No Affirmative Recommendation
W = Withdrawn
I = Insufficient (incomplete or does not meet criteria)
TAC Recommendations

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Page 11 of 12
6/25/2010
Total Mods for this TAC:
Mechanical
TAC:
 46 
SubCode:
Residential
M1308.1
 4210 
This modification is a correlation with the modification that deletes the prescriptive construction requirements in the code that do not apply to the design of buildings in Florida.
T Stafford
13
Comment
Quintela second. Aye 0   Nay 10    NAR           Not FL specific.
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
M1501.1
 3482 
I have added &quot;Roof Terminations shall not be obstructed by roofing material to impead airflow&quot; because it is a common practice of using the short &quot;roof jacks&quot; on barrel tile roofs and the outlet of the jack is blocked by tiles.
Timothy de Carion
15
Comment
Mollan second.  Aye 0   Nay 10   NAR         Not FL specific.
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
1601
 3654 
Move Florida‑specific duct sealing and attachment criteria to a table and return to I‑code section formatting.
Ann Stanton
16
Comment
Pittman second.  Aye  10  Nay 0   AS
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
M2101.6
 4211 
This modification is a correlation with the modification that deletes the prescriptive construction requirements in the code that do not apply to the design of buildings in Florida.
T Stafford
21
Comment
Quintela second.  Aye 0   Nay 10    NAR     Not FL specific.
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
AS = Approved as Submitted
AM = Approved as Modified
NAR = No Affirmative Recommendation
W = Withdrawn
I = Insufficient (incomplete or does not meet criteria)
TAC Recommendations

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Page 12 of 12
6/25/2010
Total Mods for this TAC:
Mechanical
TAC:
 46 
SubCode:
Residential
2301.2.9
 3602 
If mod 3389 is accepted then the last sentence of this code 2301.2.9 needs to be changed.
Ben Bentley
23
Comment
Pittman second.  Aye 1   Nay 9   NAR  Weakens code.    
Proponent
Summary
Mod #
Section
Chapter
M2301.2.3
 3389 
Solar P&amp;T valve vs PRV only valve‑ local bldg depts are interpreting
M2301.2.3 to mean a t&amp;p valve only. FSEC clearly shows a PRV only
for the solar loop. FSEC is correct. Code needs to show t&amp;p for tank
and PRV for solar loop.
Ben Bentley
23
Comment
Pittman second.  Aye   0 Nay 10  NAR   Weakens the code.
Proponent
Summary
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Section
Chapter
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NAR = No Affirmative Recommendation
W = Withdrawn
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