Page 1 of 24
6/4/2019
Fire
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
SECOND COMMENT PERIOD
WITH COMMENTS
Total Mods for this report:  90
Approved as Modified
TAC Recommendation
Total Mods for  Fire in  Approved as Modified
TAC: 
Fire
 1
SubCode:
Building
Ü
35‑Referenced Standards
Section
35
Robby Dawson
 8180 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
The utilization of up to date referenced standards is a recognized component of complete system of building and fire safety. These updated references allow for the utilization of newer technologies and safety equipment to protect lives and property.
35
Proponent
X

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).
A2
3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

7 Yes – 0 No

Summary

AS
AM
Standard update 
NFPA
X

NAR

I
Approved as Modified

W
Approved as Submitted
TAC Recommendation
Total Mods for  Fire in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Fire
 6
SubCode:
Building
Ü
10‑Means of Egress
Section
1016.2.1
Brad Schiffer
 7792 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This clarifies that if an elevators hoistway is protected by a method other than an enclosed elevator lobby by adding a lobby required to allow a fire service access elevator to have a second entrance does not require travel without going through the lobby
10
Proponent
X

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).
A1
3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

7 Yes – 0 No

Summary

AS
AM

X

NAR

I
Approved as Submitted

W
Section
1010.1.9.9
Lawrence Cohan
 8097 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Allow electrically locked egress doors in occupancies that have a lower risk than those currently allowed.   Also clarifies all types of electrical locking systems such as panic hardware, fire exit hardware, or door knobs or levers.
10
Proponent
X

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).
A1 + original
3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

7 Yes – 0 No

Summary

AS
AM

X

NAR

I
Approved as Submitted

W

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6/4/2019
Fire
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
SECOND COMMENT PERIOD
WITH COMMENTS
Total Mods for this report:  90
Total Mods for  Fire in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Fire
 6
Section
1010.1.9.9
Ann Russo2
 8319 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Permits and requires the door hardware to be device which causes the electrical lock to unlock immediately, allowing egress.
10
Proponent
X

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).
Original + A1
3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

7 Yes – 0 No

Summary

AS
AM

X

NAR

I
Approved as Submitted

W
31‑Special Construction
Section
3111
Bryan Holland
 7365 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This proposed modification updates requirement for solar energy systems in the FBC‑B.
31
Proponent
X

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).
A1 + A2+ original
3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

7 Yes – 0 No

Summary

AS
AM

X

NAR

I
Approved as Submitted

W
SubCode:
Residential
Ü
3‑Building Planning
Section
302.2
Joseph Belcher for FHBA
 7810 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Adds calculated fire resistance section of FBC‑R for two‑family dwelling separation
3
Proponent
X

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).
Original + A1
3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

7 Yes – 0 No

Summary

AS
AM

X

NAR

I
Approved as Submitted

W
2712‑Reference Standards

Page 3 of 24
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Fire
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
SECOND COMMENT PERIOD
WITH COMMENTS
Total Mods for this report:  90
Total Mods for  Fire in  Approved as Submitted
TAC: 
Fire
 6
Section
46
Robby Dawson
 8204 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This proposal updates the NFPA referenced standards to the most recently published documents.
46
Proponent
X

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).
A1
3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

7 Yes – 0 No

Summary

AS
AM

X

NAR

I
Approved as Submitted

W
No Affirmative Recommendation
TAC Recommendation
Total Mods for  Fire in  No Affirmative Recommendation
TAC: 
Fire
 82
SubCode:
Building
Ü
2‑Definitions
Section
202
Ann Russo5
 7521 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Inserts definition for Opening Protective as this term is used extensively in the code, including the title of Section 716, but is not always understood by code users. This definition provides clarity.
2
Proponent

X
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

2 Yes – 5 No

Gs
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
3‑Use and Occupancy Classification
Section
301
Ann Russo1
 7464 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
The purpose of this code change is to simply formalize these terms and explain their relationship. This will assist code practitioners in properly establishing applicable code requirements and improve uniformity and continuity in the identification of appropriate provisions.
3
Proponent
X

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).
G1
3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

5 Yes – 2 No

Summary
X
AS
AM
Clarify

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W

Page 4 of 24
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SECOND COMMENT PERIOD
WITH COMMENTS
Total Mods for this report:  90
Total Mods for  Fire in  No Affirmative Recommendation
TAC: 
Fire
 82
Section
302.1
Ann Russo5
 7552 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
As roof areas are being used for other activities and functions, addresses these uses and related issues
3
Proponent

X
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

0 Yes – 7 No

G
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
4‑Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy
Section
412.6.7
Bryan Holland
 7370 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This proposed modification adds electrical classification criteria to the rules for aircraft paint hangers.
4
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
XX

7 Yes – 0 No

Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
414
Richard Schauland
 7476 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Please refer to the attached file. The documentation for this proposal exceeds the 300 character limit.
4
Proponent
X

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).
G1
3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

7 Yes – 0 No

Summary
X
AS
AM
Change aerosol to 
Aerosol product for
Consistency with FFPC

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
5‑General Building Heights and Areas
Section
503.1.4
Steve Thomas
 7134 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This change provides language outlining how the height and area requirements of the code are applied to an occupied roof. It sets limits on the location of an occupied roof and clarifies the requirements.
5
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
XX

7 Yes – 0 No

Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W

Page 5 of 24
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SECOND COMMENT PERIOD
WITH COMMENTS
Total Mods for this report:  90
Total Mods for  Fire in  No Affirmative Recommendation
TAC: 
Fire
 82
Section
509.5
Ann Russo5
 7506 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
The provisions for electrical rooms found in the National Electrical Code (NEC) can be an unwelcome surprise if not found early in the design process. Construction aspects to the NEC requirements should be located in the Code to eliminate this issue.
5
Proponent
X

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).
A1
3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

7 Yes – 0 No

Summary

AS
AM

X

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
503.1
Ann Russo5
 7555 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
As roof areas are being used for other activities and functions, addresses these uses and related issues
5
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

Withdrawn in support of 8173

Summary

AS
AM

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation
X
W
6‑Types of Construction
Section
601
Bonnie Manley
 7459 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Clarifies application of Table 601 Footnote b.
6
Proponent

X
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

3 Yes – 4 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
7‑Fire and Smoke Protection Features
Section
707.5
Michael Phegley
 7247 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
To make the Fire Prevention Code and Building Code consistent with each other.
7
Proponent

X
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

0 Yes – 7 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W

Page 6 of 24
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Fire
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SECOND COMMENT PERIOD
WITH COMMENTS
Total Mods for this report:  90
Total Mods for  Fire in  No Affirmative Recommendation
TAC: 
Fire
 82
Section
704.2
Paul Coats
 7516 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Clarifies that the fire resistance of light frame columns in fire resistance rated walls can be accomplished with the membrane protection of the fire resistance rated walls, with conditions.
7
Proponent

X
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

0 Yes – 7 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
713.13.3
Ann Russo3
 7590 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Revises section 713.13.3 “Chute access rooms” to ensure the intent of the code that the room and door provide a minimum level of protection to the
shaft enclosing the chute and the chute access doors.
7
Proponent

X
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

0 Yes – 7 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
706.1
Ann Russo3
 7601 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This modification clarifies the requirements of party walls located on lot lines between adjacent buildings and provides exceptions as to when firewalls are not required.
7
Proponent

X
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

3 Yes – 4 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
715.3
Jon Roberts
 7683 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Changes exception for horizontal separation distance for wall joint testing requirements according to minimum separation distance.
7
Proponent
XX

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).
G1
3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

5 Yes – 2 No

Summary
X
AS
AM

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W

Page 7 of 24
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Fire
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
SECOND COMMENT PERIOD
WITH COMMENTS
Total Mods for this report:  90
Total Mods for  Fire in  No Affirmative Recommendation
TAC: 
Fire
 82
Section
717.3.1
Jon Roberts
 7692 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This proposal relocates the reference to testing of ceiling radiation dampers.  It moves the requirement found elsewhere in the code to 717.3.1 which deals with damper testing.
7
Proponent

X
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

4 Yes – 3 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
717
Jon Roberts
 7700 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
The proposal removes the term &quot;fire‑protection rating&quot;  and changes it to &quot;rating&quot; because fire dampers carry an hourly &quot;rating&quot;, not a &quot;fire‑protection rating&quot;.  It also removes unnecessary language.
7
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

3 Yes – 4 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
714
Jon Roberts
 7871 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This code change adds an additional exception to the membrane penetration compliance section and aligns with a proposal related to section 302.4.2 of the residential building code.
7
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
XX

7 Yes – 0 No

Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
708.4
Richard Logan
 8087 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
The proposed addition of exception #7 to Section 708.4 will make provisions of this section consistent with the exceptions in Section 718.3 and 718.4
7
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

1 Yes – 6 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W

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SECOND COMMENT PERIOD
WITH COMMENTS
Total Mods for this report:  90
Total Mods for  Fire in  No Affirmative Recommendation
TAC: 
Fire
 82
Section
716.6.2
Richard Logan
 8336 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Revise the section to indicate that the fire‑resistance rating of exterior walls with a fire separation distance of greater than 10 feet, not 5 feet, shall be rated for exposure to fire from the inside only. This distance was increased from 5 feet to 10 feet with the 2009 edition of the IBC.
7
Proponent
XX

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).
G1
3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

7 Yes – 0 No

Summary
X
AS
AM

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
9‑Fire Protection Systems
Section
907.1.2
Bryan Holland
 7374 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This proposed modification revises the requirements for fire alarm shop drawings.
9
Proponent
XX

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).
G1
3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

5 Yes – 2 No

Summary
X
AS
AM

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
907.2.13.3
Bryan Holland
 7377 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This proposed modification adds multiple‑channel voice evacuation requirements for certain high‑rise buildings.
9
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

4 Yes – 3 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
907.5.2.2.4
Bryan Holland
 7378 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This proposed modification consolidates &quot;emergency voice/alarm communication captions&quot; requirements into this Section.
9
Proponent
XX

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).
G1
3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

7 Yes – 0 No

Summary
X
AS
AM

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W

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SECOND COMMENT PERIOD
WITH COMMENTS
Total Mods for this report:  90
Total Mods for  Fire in  No Affirmative Recommendation
TAC: 
Fire
 82
Section
915
Bryan Holland
 7383 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This proposed modification deletes all the CO alarm requirements in Section 908.8 and adds all the current CO alarm requirements of the 2018 IBC into an expanded Section 915.
9
Proponent
XX

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).
A3
Check correlation
3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

7 Yes – 0 No

Summary

AS
AM

X

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
917
Bryan Holland
 7385 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This proposed modification adds a new Section on &quot;Mass Notification Systems&quot; to the code.
9
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

0 Yes – 7 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
903
Jon Roberts
 7859 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Provides clarification for the section related to stories without openings.
9
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).
G1
3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

0 Yes – 7 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
904
Jon Roberts
 7861 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This removes the language pertaining to portable fire extinguishers from section 904 which is related to Alternative Automatic Fire‑Extinguishing Systems and relocates that language to section 906 which pertains to portable extinguishers.
9
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

0 Yes – 7 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
10‑Means of Egress

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SECOND COMMENT PERIOD
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Total Mods for this report:  90
Total Mods for  Fire in  No Affirmative Recommendation
TAC: 
Fire
 82
Section
1006.2.1
Ann Russo1
 7517 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This modification is to improve the consistency in the determination and application of fundamental FBC means of egress provisions.
10
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
XX

7 Yes – 0 No

Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
1003
Ann Russo1
 7527 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Clarification and coordination of current requirements.
10
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

0 Yes – 7 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
1006.3.2
Ann Russo1
 7667 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Corrects a conflict between the provisions in Section 1006.3.2 Item 4 and Table 1006.3.2(2)
10
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

0 Yes – 7 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
1017.2
Ann Russo1
 7673 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
The proposal will correlate the provisions for day care facilities under occupancy Group I‑4.
10
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

0 Yes – 7 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W

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Total Mods for this report:  90
Total Mods for  Fire in  No Affirmative Recommendation
TAC: 
Fire
 82
Section
1004
Ann Russo1
 7679 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Change to clarify application of the occupant load when facilities include both gross and net areas.
10
Proponent
X

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).
G1
3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

7 Yes – 0 No

Summary
X
AS
AM

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
1006.2.1
Kimberly Gilliam
 7718 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
The proposal moves the exception for Group R‑2, R‑3 and R‑4 into the table, where it is easier to find. In addition, this improves flexibility for Group R‑2, R‑3 and R‑4 units in a mixed use building.
10
Proponent
XX

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).
A1
3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

7 Yes – 0 No

Summary

AS
AM

X

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
1025.1
Ann Russo5
 7756 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Update reference and delete from I‑2 occupancy as not needed
10
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

0 Yes – 7 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
1025.1
Ann Russo5
 7757 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Delete Group I‑4 from requirements
10
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

0 Yes – 7 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W

Page 12 of 24
6/4/2019
Fire
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
SECOND COMMENT PERIOD
WITH COMMENTS
Total Mods for this report:  90
Total Mods for  Fire in  No Affirmative Recommendation
TAC: 
Fire
 82
Section
1025.1
Ann Russo5
 7758 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Delete Group I‑3 from requirements
10
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

0 Yes – 7 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
1026.4
Ann Russo5
 7760 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Updates standard for capacity of refuge area
10
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
X

Withdrawn by proponent in favor of 7334

Summary

AS
AM

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation
X
W
Section
1025.5
Miguel Botello
 7864 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Add the exception that minimum width of 1 inch (25 mm) shall not apply to markings listed in accordance with UL 1994.
10
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

0 Yes – 7 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
1028.4.1
Miguel Botello
 7867 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Revise section 1028.4.1 &quot;Width or capacity&quot; to delete an outdated and unused code requirement for egress courts.
10
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

Withdrawn –covered by F7768
0 Yes – 7 No

Summary

AS
AM

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation
X
W

Page 13 of 24
6/4/2019
Fire
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
SECOND COMMENT PERIOD
WITH COMMENTS
Total Mods for this report:  90
Total Mods for  Fire in  No Affirmative Recommendation
TAC: 
Fire
 82
Section
1026.4.1
Miguel Botello
 7869 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Revises 1026.4 &quot;Capacity&quot; to clarify the capacity requirements for horizontal exit refuge  areas for defends in place occupancies.
10
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

0 Yes – 7 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
1015.6
Lawrence Cohan
 8001 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
clarify language in the code by deleting conflicting language regarding installation of permanent fall arrest/restraint anchorage connector devices.
10
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

1 Yes – 6 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
1015.7
Lawrence Cohan
 8003 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
clarify language in the code by deleting conflicting language regarding installation of permanent fall arrest/restraint anchorage connector devices.
10
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

0 Yes – 7 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
1019.3
Lawrence Cohan
 8009 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
clarifies when exit access stairways and ramps must be enclosed.
10
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
XX

7 Yes – 0 No

Summary

AS
AM

XX
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W

Page 14 of 24
6/4/2019
Fire
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
SECOND COMMENT PERIOD
WITH COMMENTS
Total Mods for this report:  90
Total Mods for  Fire in  No Affirmative Recommendation
TAC: 
Fire
 82
Section
1020.2
Lawrence Cohan
 8012 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Coordinate table 1020.2 with defined term for ambulatory care facilities.
10
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

1 Yes – 6 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
1020.4
Lawrence Cohan
 8015 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Remove Single Exit, R‑4 occupancies from the dead‑end exceptions.
10
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
XX

7 Yes – 0 No
In favor of 7720

Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
1023.1
Lawrence Cohan
 8018 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Remove the separation requirement between and interior exit stairway or ramp and an exit passageway extension when they are both pressurized in accordance with Section 909.20.5
10
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
XX

7 Yes – 0 No
In favor of 7722

Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
1023.5
Lawrence Cohan
 8023 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
allow security system equipment to penetrate into or through interior exit stairs and ramps.
10
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
XX

6 Yes – 1No
In favor of 7723

Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W

Page 15 of 24
6/4/2019
Fire
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
SECOND COMMENT PERIOD
WITH COMMENTS
Total Mods for this report:  90
Total Mods for  Fire in  No Affirmative Recommendation
TAC: 
Fire
 82
Section
1015.3
Ann Russo4
 8047 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
In Group F occupancies the tip of the guard can be 34&quot; to 38&quot; and eliminates the 42&quot; guard if, the exit access stairways serve three stories or less, and such stairs are not open to the public, and the top of the guard also serves as handrail.
10
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
XX

6 Yes – 1 No
In favor of 8046 by proponent.

Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
1015.8
Ann Russo4
 8123 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
In Group F occupancies the top of the guard can be 34&quot; to 38&quot; and eliminates the 42&quot; guard if the exit access stairways serve three stories or less and such stairs are not open to the public, and the top of the guard also serves as a handrail
10
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
XX

6 Yes – 1 No
In favor of 8047 by proponent.

Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
1010.1.9.3
John Woestman
 8138 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
The intent of this proposal is to allow doors to roofs not intended to be occupied to be locked preventing access into the building from the roof, especially for security reasons
10
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
XX

7 Yes – 0 No
In favor of 8313 by proponent.

Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
1010.1.9.7
John Woestman
 8203 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
One proposal which incorporates proposed revisions to this section re: delayed egress locking systems approved for the 2018 IBC in proposals E66‑15, E68‑15, &amp; E69‑15.
10
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
XX

7 Yes – 0 No
 by proponent.

Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W

Page 16 of 24
6/4/2019
Fire
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
SECOND COMMENT PERIOD
WITH COMMENTS
Total Mods for this report:  90
Total Mods for  Fire in  No Affirmative Recommendation
TAC: 
Fire
 82
Section
1010.1.9.8
John Woestman
 8208 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This proposal combines approved revisions to the 2018 IBC by proposals E70‑15 and E71‑15. 
Both E70‑15 and E71‑15 were approved “As Submitted” by the ICC Means of Egress Code Committee, and received final approval via the consent agenda during the Public Comment Hearing.
10
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
XX

7 Yes – 0 No
In favor of 8318 by proponent

Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
1010.1.9.9
John Woestman
 8215 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Proposal for the 2020 FBC which incorporates revisions to the 2018 IBC from proposal E72‑15.
10
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
XX

7 Yes – 0 No
In favor of 8097 by proponent.

Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
1010.1.1
Ann Russo2
 8311 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
The proposed revisions are intended to improve clarity and consistency of the language of these sections of the code, and appear to be essentially editorial.
10
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

0 Yes – 7 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
1010.1.9.11
Ann Russo2
 8328 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Allows for stair doors on the fifth and sixth stories to be locked from the non‑egress side, consistent with doors on all other floors.
10
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
XX

0 Yes-7 No
In favor 8101 by proponent.

Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W

Page 17 of 24
6/4/2019
Fire
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
SECOND COMMENT PERIOD
WITH COMMENTS
Total Mods for this report:  90
Total Mods for  Fire in  No Affirmative Recommendation
TAC: 
Fire
 82
Section
1010.1.10
Ann Russo2
 8330 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Clarifies text clarifying that panic and fire exit hardware is required for pivoted or side‑hinged swinging doors, but not all door types.
10
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
XX

7 Yes – 0 No
In favor of F8219 and 8109 by propoenent.

Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
1011.6
Ann Russo2
 8332 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Establishes a minimum length of a stair landing.
10
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
X

Withdrawn by proponent.

Summary

AS
AM

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation
X
W
Section
1013.2
Ann Russo2
 8342 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Slightly increases the allowable height of an exit sign, coordinating this section with the Life Safety Code.
10
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
X

Withdrawn by proponent.

Summary

AS
AM

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation
X
W
Section
1013.4
Ann Russo2
 8343 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Meant to coordinate with recent revisions to accessibility requirements.
10
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
X

Withdrawn by proponent.

Summary

AS
AM

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation
X
W

Page 18 of 24
6/4/2019
Fire
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
SECOND COMMENT PERIOD
WITH COMMENTS
Total Mods for this report:  90
Total Mods for  Fire in  No Affirmative Recommendation
TAC: 
Fire
 82
Section
1015.3
Ann Russo2
 8345 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Meant to coordinate provisions of the FBC, Building and the FBC, Residential
10
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
X

Withdrawn by proponent.

Summary

AS
AM

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation
X
W
Section
1015.6
Ann Russo2
 8347 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Modifies requirements for fall arrest anchorage for steep roofs.
10
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

0 Yes – 7 No

Gs
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
1017.3
Ann Russo2
 8349 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Meant to provide clarification of current path of egress travel requirements.
10
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

2 Yes – 5 No

Gs
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
14‑Exterior Walls
Section
1406.3
John Woestman
 8233 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This proposal, in 1406.3, seeks to allow plastic composites meeting the specified criteria to be used in the same applications where untreated wood may be used in balcony construction. Similar in 2612.5.
14
Proponent
XX

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).
A1
3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

6 Yes – 1 No

Summary

AS
AM

X

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
SubCode:
Existing Building
Ü
4‑Prescriptive Compliance Method

Page 19 of 24
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Fire
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
SECOND COMMENT PERIOD
WITH COMMENTS
Total Mods for this report:  90
Total Mods for  Fire in  No Affirmative Recommendation
TAC: 
Fire
 82
Section
402.6
Ann Russo1
 7291 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
FBC Section 908.8 requires Carbon Monoxide Alarms in Additions, this will place the proper reference in the FEBC.
4
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

0 Yes – 7 No in favor of 7355

Gs
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
402.6
Bryan Holland
 7355 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This proposed modification adds CO alarm requirement to the prescriptive compliance method on the FBC‑Existing Building.
4
Proponent
XX

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).
A1
Staff to correlate.
3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

 7 Yes – 0 No 

Summary

AS
AM

X

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
403.13
Bryan Holland
 7357 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This proposed modification adds CO alarm requirement to the prescriptive compliance method on the FBC‑Existing Building.
4
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
XX

7 Yes – 0 No

Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
402.6
Ann Russo11
 7617 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
FBC Section 908.8 requires Carbon monoxide alarms in Additions, this will place the proper reference in the FEBC
4
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
XX

7 Yes – 0 No
In favor of 7355

Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W

Page 20 of 24
6/4/2019
Fire
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
SECOND COMMENT PERIOD
WITH COMMENTS
Total Mods for this report:  90
Total Mods for  Fire in  No Affirmative Recommendation
TAC: 
Fire
 82
Section
406.2
Harold Barrineau
 8043 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
406.2 Replacement window opening control devices.
406.3 Replacement window emergency escape and rescue openings.
702.4 Window opening control devices on replacement windows.
702.5 Replacement window emergency escape and rescue openings.
4
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

Withdrawn by proponent in favor of F8049

Summary

AS
AM

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation
X
W
Section
401.2
Ann Russo4
 8231 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Removes provisions from Sections 401.2,401.2.2,401.2.3,602.1 &amp; 602.2 that wer already moved to Chapter 3 last cycle
4
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

Withdrawn by proponent in favor of CA8374

Summary

AS
AM

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation
X
W
Section
401.2.1
Ann Russo4
 8232 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Deletes the &quot;Existing [Building] Materials&quot; and &quot;New and Replacement Materials&quot; sections from Chapters 4 and 6 because they are already inserted in chapter 3.
4
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

Withdrawn by proponent in favor of CA8374

Summary

AS
AM

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation
X
W
8‑Alterations ‑ Level 2
Section
804.4.4
Bryan Holland
 7358 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This proposed modification adds CO alarm requirement to the &quot;Level 2 Alteration&quot; requirements of the FBC‑Existing Building.
8
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
XX

7 Yes – 0 No

Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W

Page 21 of 24
6/4/2019
Fire
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
SECOND COMMENT PERIOD
WITH COMMENTS
Total Mods for this report:  90
Total Mods for  Fire in  No Affirmative Recommendation
TAC: 
Fire
 82
Section
805.3
Harold Barrineau
 8307 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
805.3 Number of exits.
8
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

Withdrawn by proponent.in favor of F7359

Summary

AS
AM

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation
X
W
Section
805.3.1.1
Harold Barrineau
 8310 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
805.3.1.1 Single‑exit buildings.
8
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

2 Yes – 5 No

In favor of 7359
G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
804.4.1.7
Kimberly Gilliam
 8358 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This proposal is a clarification with the addition of the term “manual.” Section 907.2.10.1 of the FBC, Building only requires a manual fire alarm system. Smoke alarms are dealt with separately in Section 804.4.3.
8
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

Withdrawn by proponent in favor of F8297

Summary

AS
AM

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation
X
W
Section
805.3.1.1
Kimberly Gilliam
 8359 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
The terminology is old and many in the list are addressed by new construction.
8
Proponent
XX

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).
G1
3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

7 Yes – 0 No

Summary
X
AS
AM

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
14‑Performance Compliance Methods

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SECOND COMMENT PERIOD
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Total Mods for this report:  90
Total Mods for  Fire in  No Affirmative Recommendation
TAC: 
Fire
 82
Section
1401.6
Richard Schauland
 7450 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Please refer to the attached file. The documentation for this proposal exceeds the 300 character limit.
14
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

Withdrawn by proponent in favor of F8376

Summary

AS
AM

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation
X
W
SubCode:
Residential
Ü
2‑Definitions
Section
202
Bryan Holland
 7361 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This proposed modification revises the current definition of Carbon Monoxide Alarm and adds a definition for Carbon Monoxide Detector.
2
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
XX

7 Yes – 0 No
Based on previous action.

Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
3‑Building Planning
Section
314.4
Bryan Holland
 7336 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This proposed modification deletes an obsolete and unnecessary exception for smoke alarm interconnection requirements.
3
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

0 Yes – 7 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
315
Bryan Holland
 7339 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This proposed modification completely replaces the current R315 in the FBC‑R related to carbon monoxide alarm requirements with R315 of the 2018 IRC.
3
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
XX

0 Yes – 7 No

Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W

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Total Mods for this report:  90
Total Mods for  Fire in  No Affirmative Recommendation
TAC: 
Fire
 82
Section
310.1
Scott McAdam
 7662 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
Adds an exception for sprinkled building
3
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

0 Yes – 7 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
311.7.5.3
Scott McAdam
 7688 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
clarification of nosing
3
Proponent
XX

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).
G1
3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

5 Yes – 2 No

Summary
X
AS
AM

NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
316
Jon Roberts
 7862 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This code change is an editorial change intended to help understand the code section by adding separation into the sentence structure.
3
Proponent

XX
1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

2 Yes – 5 No

G1
Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Section
302.4.2
Jon Roberts
 7870 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
This code change adds an additional exception to the membrane penetration compliance section and aligns with a proposal related to section 714.4.2 of the building code.
3
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action
XX

7 Yes – 0 No
In favor of 7355

Summary

AS
AM

X
NAR

I
No Affirmative Recommendation

W
Withdrawn
TAC Recommendation
Total Mods for  Fire in  Withdrawn
TAC: 
Fire
 1

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TAC: 
Fire
 1
SubCode:
Existing Building
Ü
10‑Change of Occupancy
Section
1012.4
Harold Barrineau
 8312 
Chapter
Mod #
Comment
TABLE 1012.4 (1012.4) MEANS OF EGRESS HAZARD CATEGORIES
TABLE 1012.5 (1012.5) HEIGHTS AND AREAS HAZARD CATEGORIES
10
Proponent

1. Support comment. Comment sufficiently 
addresses the TAC's concern(s).
2. Do Not Support comment. 
Comment does not address the TAC's 
concern(s).

3. No comment is needed.
4. Straw Poll.
Commission Action

Wtihdrawn

Summary

AS
AM

NAR

I
Withdrawn
X
W
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