SPECIAL OCC TAC
WITHOUT COMMENTS

Page 1 of 29
12/20/2012

Approved as Modified
TAC Recommendation
Ü
Total Mods for reports:  111
Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Modified2nd app w/o comm. As modified  18Y-0N
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 6
SubCode
Building
Ü
4‑Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy
Mod #
 5689 
Proponent
Ralph Koerber
419.3.6.4
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Modified
This proposals removes the requirement for flex duct to have a CPE inner core and be tested to a &quot;modified&quot; UL181 Impact Test using 25 pound weight dropped from a height of 10 feet. It also clarifies the limitations for Class 1 Air Connectors per NFPA 90A &amp; 90B.
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Mod #
 5894 
Proponent
skip gregory
449.3.4
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Modified
Revisions this section for clarity. Deletes some out of date requirements.
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Mod #
 5185 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.7.1
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Modified
Clarify that in assembly occupancies, exit access doorways are also required to exit into separate atmospheres.
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Mod #
 5970 
Proponent
skip gregory
469
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Modified
Establishes a new section for an office surgery suite.
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SubCode
Existing Building
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12/20/2012

Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Modified
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 6
11‑Additions
Mod #
 5279 
Proponent
Rebecca Quinn obo DEM
1103.5
Section
11
Chapter
Approved as Modified
Separates new and replacement foundations from repairs of foundations.  Approved as Submitted for 2015 IEBC (EBG13‑12).
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SubCode
Plumbing
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3‑General Regulations
Mod #
 5287 
Proponent
Rebecca Quinn obo DEM
309.2
Section
3
Chapter
Approved as Modified
Reformat the exception to eliminate awkward and confusing placement.  Approved as Submitted by FEMA for 2015 IPC as P20‑12
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Approved as Submitted
TAC Recommendation
Ü
Total Mods for reports:  111
Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 90
SubCode
Building
Ü
1‑Scope and Administration
Mod #
 5254 
Proponent
Rebecca Quinn obo DEM
102.7, 107.3.5, 110.3, 111.2, 1612.5
Section
1
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Carry forward 2010 FBC flood‑related provisions in Chapter 1, including plan review criteria, required inspections, and certificate of occupancy and consistency change to 1612.5.
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12/20/2012

Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 90
Mod #
 5255 
Proponent
Rebecca Quinn obo DEM
107.6 and 117 (new)
Section
1
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Two administrative amendments that FEMA has deemed necessary to ensure that enforcement of the flood provisions of the FBC remain consistent with the NFIP.
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2‑Definitions
Mod #
 5259 
Proponent
Rebecca Quinn obo DEM
202, 1612., 3109.2
Section
2
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Carry forward from 2010 FBC, correct an NFIP‑specific definition, and modify definitions of “substantial improvement” and “dry floodproofing” for consistency with 2015 IBC proposal Approved as Submitted.
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4‑Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy
Mod #
 5910 
Proponent
skip gregory
449.3.14.3
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Dletes the requirement for toggle switches to be colored.
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Mod #
 5864 
Proponent
skip gregory
449.3.3
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Revises the rquirements for mobile testing and diagnostic.
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12/20/2012

Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 90
Mod #
 5899 
Proponent
skip gregory
449.3.6.1
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
This modification clarifies where equipment may be located.
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Mod #
 5933 
Proponent
skip gregory
449.4.2.9.5
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Adds a separation for electrical wiring in hospitals.
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Mod #
 5935 
Proponent
skip gregory
450.3.11.11
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Removes an outdated requirement.
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Mod #
 5923 
Proponent
skip gregory
450.3.11.16
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Revises the requriement for drinking fountain.
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12/20/2012

Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 90
Mod #
 5921 
Proponent
skip gregory
450.3.11.21
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Revises the requirements for access panels in nursing homes
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Mod #
 5913 
Proponent
skip gregory
450.3.22.3
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
This revision makes the ANSI RP‑28‑7 mandatory.
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Mod #
 5896 
Proponent
skip gregory
450.3.25
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Revises the code to make the code clearer regarding intent.
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Mod #
 5911 
Proponent
skip gregory
450.3.26.4
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Dletes the requirement for toggle switches to be colored.
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12/20/2012

Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 90
Mod #
 5908 
Proponent
skip gregory
450.3.3.12
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Revises language for clarity.
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Mod #
 5926 
Proponent
skip gregory
450.3.3.14
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Revises the requriement for bathing room in a nursing home.
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Mod #
 5934 
Proponent
skip gregory
450.4.2.9.5
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Adds a separation for electrical wiring in hospitals.
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Mod #
 5930 
Proponent
skip gregory
450.4.2.9.7
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Revise the requirement for a quick connect to a nursing home.
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12/20/2012

Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 90
Mod #
 5914 
Proponent
skip gregory
451.3.11.1
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Revises the requirement for all nurse call systems to be supervised.
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Mod #
 5912 
Proponent
skip gregory
451.3.13.4
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Dletes the requirement for toggle switches to be colored.
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Mod #
 5931 
Proponent
skip gregory
451.3.13.9
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Adds lighting to the emergency electrical system of an ASC.
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Mod #
 5971 
Proponent
skip gregory
451.3.14
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Establishes standards for fire protection for ASC.
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12/20/2012

Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 90
Mod #
 5972 
Proponent
skip gregory
451.3.14
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Establishes standards for medical gas installation for ASC.
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Mod #
 5918 
Proponent
skip gregory
451.3.3.4.4
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Adds a new paragraph to the details of an ASC.
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Mod #
 5196 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.10.10
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Delete unneeded language
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Mod #
 5194 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.10.2.4
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Add an exception for guards at vertical drops in assembly seating where the guards would interfere with sight lines.
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12/20/2012

Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 90
Mod #
 5195 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.10.7
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Changes Xeriscape to Florida‑friendly landscaping to correspond to change in Section 373.185, Florida Statutes
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Mod #
 5197 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.12.5
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Add requirement for roofing exterior stairways serving as a means of egress
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Mod #
 5198 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.13.8.2
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Clarify that the restriction of projecting or awning windows also applies to play areas where a student can be injured by running into an open window.
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Mod #
 5577 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.15.4
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Correct a grammatical error.
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12/20/2012

Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 90
Mod #
 5199 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.16
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Delete duplicate language regarding wall finishes that is found in another part of the Florida Building Code.
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Mod #
 5200 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.18.1.1
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Correct metric equivalent.
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Mod #
 5152 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.2.2
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Corrects referenced Florida statute number
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Mod #
 5203 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.20.3
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Add a metric equivalent for a distance given in feet.
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12/20/2012

Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 90
Mod #
 5205 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.20.5
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Add requirement for a dousing shower and an eye wash in custodial receiving areas.
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Mod #
 5206 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.22.4
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Correct metric equivalent.
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Mod #
 5207 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.25.1
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Change evacuation categories to match Department of Emergency Management new designations.
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Mod #
 5208 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.25.3.2
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Correct metric equivalent
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12/20/2012

Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 90
Mod #
 5209 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.25.4.3.2
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Add a  metric equivalent for ventilation rate provided in cfm.
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Mod #
 5214 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.25.4.3.2
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Add a metric equivalent for view panel width.
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Mod #
 5210 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.25.6
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Correct statute reference.
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Mod #
 5211 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.26.3.2
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Correct metric equivalent.
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12/20/2012

Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 90
Mod #
 5212 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.27.1
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Delete a requirement that only applies to existing relocatables and does not belong in the building code.
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Mod #
 5213 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.27.4
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Correct the title for the guidelines for accessibility standards for children.
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Mod #
 5172 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.3.6
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Correct dollar amount before a licensed contractor is required for maintenance projects and clarify maintenance projects are required to be review for code compliance.
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Mod #
 5177 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.4.3
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Delete a Florida statute number that no longer exist.
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12/20/2012

Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 90
Mod #
 5178 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.4.5
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Corrects handbook title to &quot;Public Playground Safety Handbook.&quot;
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Mod #
 5180 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.4.8
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Correct title of publication and title of Office of Educational Facilities
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Mod #
 5184 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.5.11
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Align definition of owner with Rule 6A‑2.0010, FAC.
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Mod #
 5181 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.5.3
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Adds correct Florida statute reference and deletes obsolete date.
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12/20/2012

Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 90
Mod #
 5182 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.5.5.1
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Clarify that the distance mention is travel distance.
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Mod #
 5183 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.5.5.3
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Adds clarifying language to the definition of a roofed courtyard.
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Mod #
 5186 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.7.8
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Add the word “resistance” to “one‑hour fire rated construction” verbage.
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Mod #
 5187 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.7.9
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Exempt exit passageways and horizontal exits from public educational facilities.
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12/20/2012

Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 90
Mod #
 5192 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.8.7
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Correct Florida statute reference
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Mod #
 5193 
Proponent
Jon Hamrick
453.8.8
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Insert formal name of DOE/OEF and include title of publication available from DOE “Florida Safe School Design Guidelines.”
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Mod #
 5922 
Proponent
skip gregory
Table 3.18.1
Section
4
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Revises the plumbing fixture table for nursing homes
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10‑Means of Egress
Mod #
 5120 
Proponent
Joe Bigelow
1008.1.1
Section
10
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
To be consistent with the Florida Accessibility Code and to implement the Commission plan to update the 2013 code
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16‑Structural Design

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12/20/2012

Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 90
Mod #
 5263 
Proponent
Rebecca Quinn obo DEM
1601.1, 1801.1
Section
16
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Carry forward from 2010 FBC to specify that in HVHZ the requirements of 1612 apply in flood hazard areas.
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Mod #
 5274 
Proponent
Rebecca Quinn obo DEM
1612, 202, 1403.7, 1603.1.7, 1804.4
Section
16
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Achieves terminology consistency between the building code, the residential code and ASCE 24.  Approved as Submitted for the 2015 IBC (S103‑12).
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Mod #
 5265 
Proponent
Rebecca Quinn obo DEM
1612.1
Section
16
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Florida‑specific addition of a table that identifies the location of all flood provisions in the family of Florida Building Codes.
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Mod #
 5267 
Proponent
Rebecca Quinn obo DEM
1612.4
Section
16
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Permit dry floodproofing of nonresidential buildings in flood hazard areas identified as Coastal A Zones if they are designed in accordance with ASCE 24 to account for wave loads and the potential for erosion and local scour. Approved as 2010 FBC glitch
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45‑Plumbing Systems

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Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 90
Mod #
 5224 
Proponent
Suzanne Davis
2902.2
Section
45
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
To be consistent with the Florida Statutes and to implement the Commission plan to update the 2013 Code
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2nd for NAR Schock – 0Y-17N

38‑Elevators and Conveying Systems
Mod #
 5463 
Proponent
DOUG MELVIN
3003
Section
38
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
DELETE  3003.3 in the 2012 base code &amp;  REPLACE section strikethrough in its entirety with underlined text to read as follows:
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Mod #
 5242 
Proponent
DOUG MELVIN
3007
Section
38
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
REVISE Section 3007.7 to DELETE Section reference 708.14.1 and REPLACE it with Section reference 713.14.1:
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Mod #
 5245 
Proponent
DOUG MELVIN
3007
Section
38
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
REVISE Section 3007.6 to DELETE Section reference 708 and REPLACE it with Section reference 713:
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12/20/2012

Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 90
Mod #
 5251 
Proponent
DOUG MELVIN
3008
Section
38
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
DELETE SECTION NUMBER section 3008.2 and strikethrough text from Florida Supplement and RENUMBER as section number 3008.1.2 and ADD underline text to read as follows:
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39‑Special Construction
Mod #
 5676 
Proponent
Gene Chalecki
3109
Section
39
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
This is to correct a scrivener&#39;s error that was introduced into the 2010 FBC.
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SubCode
Existing Building
Ü
2‑Definitions
Mod #
 5277 
Proponent
Rebecca Quinn obo DEM
202
Section
2
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Carry forward from 2010 FBC, Existing Building and modify definition of “substantial improvement” for consistency with 2015 IBC proposal Approved as Submitted (G23‑12).
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SubCode
Fuel Gas
Ü
2‑Definitions
Mod #
 5282 
Proponent
Rebecca Quinn obo DEM
202
Section
2
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Achieves consistency in the definitions across all codes.  Approved as Submitted by FEMA as G8‑12.
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SubCode
Mechanical
Ü

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Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 90
2‑Definitions
Mod #
 5283 
Proponent
Rebecca Quinn obo DEM
202
Section
2
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Achieves consistency in the definitions across all codes.  Approved as Submitted by FEMA as G8‑12.
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3‑General Regulations
Mod #
 5679 
Proponent
Rebecca Quinn obo DEM
M301.13.1
Section
3
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Limits application of Coastal A Zone requirements only if the CAZ is delineated on a map or designated by the community.  Submitted as public comment at suggestion of IBC Structural Committee (S102‑12).
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5‑Exhaust Systems
Mod #
 5223 
Proponent
Ann Stanton
515
Section
5
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Add Florida‑specific criteria for mausoleums.
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18Y-0N

SubCode
Plumbing
Ü
2‑Definitions
Mod #
 5285 
Proponent
Rebecca Quinn obo DEM
202
Section
2
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Achieves consistency in the definitions across all codes.  Approved as Submitted by FEMA as G8‑12.
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12/20/2012

Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 90
Mod #
 5322 
Proponent
Joe Bigelow
202
Section
2
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
To be consistent with Florida Statute (ss. 381.0065‑381.0067) and to implement the Commission plan to update the 2013 Code
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X
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Mod #
 5997 
Proponent
Eberhard Roeder
202
Section
2
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Make definitions consistent with Florida Statutes and onsite sewage treatment and disposal regulations in 64E‑6, Florida Administrative Code
Summary
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Mod #
 5999 
Proponent
Eberhard Roeder
202
Section
2
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Eliminate old grease trap language; provide for 750 gallon minimum passive or gravity grease interceptor volume as in Florida&#39;s onsite sewage regulations.
Summary
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X
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3‑General Regulations
Mod #
 5996 
Proponent
Eberhard Roeder
301.3
Section
3
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Delete language for gray water landscape irrigation systems.  Such systems are onsite sewage treatment and disposal systems in the jurisdiction of the Dept. of Health (381.0065(2)(j); 381.0065(3)(a)(b)(k), Fl. Statutes). 64E‑6, FAC, provides specifications.
Summary
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Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 90
Mod #
 5683 
Proponent
Rebecca Quinn obo DEM
P309.3
Section
3
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Achieves terminology consistency between the building code, the residential code and ASCE 24.  Approved as Submitted for the 2015 IBC (S103‑12).
Summary
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W

X
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10‑Traps, Interceptors and Separators
Mod #
 6002 
Proponent
Eberhard Roeder
1003.3; 1003.5
Section
10
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Consolidate gravity grease interceptor exception languages. Replace language that mirrors grease interceptor requirements for onsite sewage systems in 64E‑6, Florida Administrative Code, with a simple reference to 64E‑6.  Editorial change to section numbering
Summary
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13‑Gray Water Recycling Systems
Mod #
 5892 
Proponent
Eberhard Roeder
1301 and 1303
Section
13
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Delete language for gray water landscape irrigation systems.  Such systems are onsite sewage treatment and disposal systems in the jurisdiction of the Dept. of Health (381.0065(2)(j); 381.0065(3)(a)(b)(k), Fl. Statutes). 64E‑6, FAC, provides specifications. Keep language as in previous Appendix C.
Summary
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I

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X
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SubCode
Residential
Ü
2‑Definitions
Mod #
 5428 
Proponent
Ken Cureton
R202
Section
2
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Modify SECTION R202 (Special Occupancy)
Summary
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I

NAR

AM

W

X
AS

3‑Building Planning

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12/20/2012

Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 90
Mod #
 5290 
Proponent
Rebecca Quinn obo DEM
R301.1, Table R301.2(1), 202, R443.13
Section
3
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Carry forward from 2010 FBC the definition and reference to local floodplain management ordinance and clarify that buildings in HVHZ that are also in flood hazard areas shall also comply with flood requirements.
Summary
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Mod #
 5292 
Proponent
Rebecca Quinn obo DEM
R301.2.4.1, R322.1.1
Section
3
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
This carries forward – but simplifies ‑ a change approved for 2010 FBC, R, to permit use of ASCE 24 as an alternative in all flood hazard areas, including Zone V (foundation code) and Zone A (Florida amendment).
Summary
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X
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Mod #
 5434 
Proponent
Ken Cureton
R306
Section
3
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Modify SECTION R306.3
Summary
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I

NAR

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W

X
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Mod #
 5436 
Proponent
Ken Cureton
R311
Section
3
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Modify SECTION R311.2
Summary
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X
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Page 24 of 29
12/20/2012

Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 90
Mod #
 5416 
Proponent
Jack Glenn
R318.7
Section
3
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Reformat the Termite Inspection requirements by moving section R704 to a new Section R381.7
Summary
Commission Action
I

NAR

AM

W

X
AS

Mod #
 5294 
Proponent
Rebecca Quinn obo DEM
R322.2, R322.3 and R4101.4.2.1
Section
3
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Carry forward from 2010 FBC to bring provisions for pools into the body of the code.
Summary
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I

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X
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Mod #
 5295 
Proponent
Rebecca Quinn obo DEM
R322.3.2
Section
3
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
In Coastal High Hazard Areas (Zone V), eliminate elevation difference based on orientation of lowest horizontal structural member to match revised ASCE 24‑12 (in development).   FEMA will propose for 2015 IRC.
Summary
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I

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Mod #
 5296 
Proponent
Rebecca Quinn obo DEM
R322.3.4
Section
3
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Match phrasing in the 2012 IBC at Section 1612.5(2.2) for loads on breakaway walls.  FEMA is submitting for the 2015 IRC (Group B).
Summary
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W

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38‑Sanitary Drainage
X

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Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 90
Mod #
 5964 
Proponent
Eberhard Roeder
P3009.1,P3009.2,P3009.14
Section
38
Chapter
Approved as Submitted
Delete language for gray water landscape irrigation systems.  Such systems are onsite sewage treatment and disposal systems in the jurisdiction of the Dept. of Health (381.0065(2)(j); 381.0065(3)(a)(b)(k), Fl. Statutes). 64E‑6, FAC, provides specifications. Keep language as in previous Appendix O.
Summary
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I

NAR

AM

W

X
AS

No Affirmative Recommendation with a Second
TAC Recommendation
Ü
Total Mods for reports:  111
Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  No Affirmative Recommendation with a Second
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 4
SubCode
Building
Ü
4‑Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy
Mod #
 5916 
Proponent
skip gregory
451.3.6.3
Section
4
Chapter
No Affirmative Recommendation with a Second
Revises the standard for flexible ducts  in ASC.
Summary
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I

NAR
X
AM

W

AS

16‑Structural Design
Mod #
 5269 
Proponent
Rebecca Quinn obo DEM
1612.5
Section
16
Chapter
No Affirmative Recommendation with a Second
Modifies foundation code to use Florida‑specific title for professionals licensed by the state to perform land (and elevation) surveys.
Summary
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I

NAR
X
AM

W

AS

35‑Referenced Standards

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Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  No Affirmative Recommendation with a Second
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 4
Mod #
 4919 
Proponent
Bryan Holland
NFPA
Section
35
Chapter
No Affirmative Recommendation with a Second
Updates the NFPA 780 reference to the most current edition (2011).
Summary
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I

NAR
X
AM

W

AS

SubCode
Residential
Ü
3‑Building Planning
Mod #
 5293 
Proponent
Rebecca Quinn obo DEM
R322.1.10
Section
3
Chapter
No Affirmative Recommendation with a Second
Modifies the foundation code to use Florida‑specific title for professionals licensed by the state to perform land (and elevation) surveys.
Summary
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I

NAR
X
AM

W

AS

Withdrawn
TAC Recommendation
Ü
Total Mods for reports:  111
Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Withdrawn
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 11
SubCode
Building
Ü
4‑Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy
Mod #
 5900 
Proponent
skip gregory
449.3.6.4
Section
4
Chapter
Withdrawn
Revises this section to provide the correct criteria for flexible ductwork.
Summary
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I

NAR

AM

W
X

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12/20/2012

Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Withdrawn
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 11
Mod #
 5907 
Proponent
skip gregory
449.3.6.5
Section
4
Chapter
Withdrawn
Section modified to be correct.
Summary
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I

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AM

W
X

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Mod #
 5919 
Proponent
skip gregory
450.3.25
Section
4
Chapter
Withdrawn
Add supervion to the nurse call system.
Summary
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I

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AM

W
X

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Mod #
 5929 
Proponent
skip gregory
450.3.3.14
Section
4
Chapter
Withdrawn
Revises the requriement for not having a rinsing device in the toilet room
Summary
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NAR

AM

W
X

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Mod #
 5927 
Proponent
skip gregory
450.3.4.3.5.4
Section
4
Chapter
Withdrawn
Revises the requriement for bathing room in a nursing home.
Summary
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I

NAR

AM

W
X

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Page 28 of 29
12/20/2012

Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Withdrawn
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 11
Mod #
 5928 
Proponent
skip gregory
450.3.4.3.5.5
Section
4
Chapter
Withdrawn
Revises the requriement for bathing room in a nursing home.
Summary
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I

NAR

AM

W
X

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Mod #
 5924 
Proponent
skip gregory
450.3.7.2
Section
4
Chapter
Withdrawn
Revises the requriement for drinking fountain and public telephone.
Summary
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I

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AM

W
X

AS

Mod #
 5917 
Proponent
skip gregory
451.3.6.2
Section
4
Chapter
Withdrawn
Revises the requirements for VAV in an ASC.
Summary
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I

NAR

AM

W
X

AS

Mod #
 5909 
Proponent
skip gregory
451.3.X
Section
4
Chapter
Withdrawn
Adds a new section on fire sprinklers in ASC.
Summary
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I

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W
X

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Page 29 of 29
12/20/2012

Total Mods for  Special Occupancy in  Withdrawn
TAC: 
Special Occupancy
 11
Mod #
 5915 
Proponent
skip gregory
451.3X
Section
4
Chapter
Withdrawn
This is a new section for medical gas installations.
Summary
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I

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AM

W
X

AS

SubCode
Residential
Ü
3‑Building Planning
Mod #
 5680 
Proponent
Rebecca Quinn obo DEM
R322.1.10
Section
3
Chapter
Withdrawn
Modifies foundation code to use Florida‑specific title for professionals licensed by the state to perform land (and elevation) surveys.
Summary
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I

NAR

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X

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