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11/28/2022
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
ALL MODS
Total Mods for this report:  74
Fire
Approved as Modified
TAC Recommendation
Fire
TAC:
 4
Total Mods for  
Fire
in
Approved as Modified
SubCode:
Ü
SubCode:
Building
4‑Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy
Richard Logan
Comment
Summary
Proponent
407.2.6
The intent of this proposal is not for a technical change but is to separate the requirements for domestic cooking appliances and exhaust from the allowance for that area to be open to the corridor in a nursing home.
Mod #
 10486
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Approved as Modified
W
Chapter 4
Chapter

Section
6‑Types of Construction
Hamid Bahadori
Comment
Summary
Proponent
602
Modify Table 601 to include footnote "b" in the first row (Primary Structural Frame) for Construction Types I, II, III, and IV. This will make it consistent with IBC Table 601.
Mod #
 10157
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Approved as Modified
W
Chapter 6
Chapter

Section
10‑Means of Egress
John Woestman
Comment
Summary
Proponent
1010.1.9.13
This proposal for the Florida Building Code, Building, is the result of the actions taken on ICC IBC proposal E55‑21, approved as modified, for the 2024 IBC, which permits enclosed elevator lobbies.
Mod #
 10061
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Approved as Modified
W
Chapter 10
Chapter

Section
SubCode:
Ü
SubCode:
Existing Building

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11/28/2022
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
ALL MODS
Total Mods for this report:  74
Fire
Fire
TAC:
 4
Total Mods for  
Fire
in
Approved as Modified
5‑Prescriptive Compliance Method
Jennifer Hatfield
Comment
Summary
Proponent
505
Provides for alignment with IEBC language that is not intended to change current requirements. Rather, the proposal is based on clean‑up, consistency and clarity supported by industry and the ICC Building Code Action Committee addressing EEROs and WOCDs.
Mod #
 10429
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Approved as Modified
W
Chapter 5
Chapter

Section
Approved as Submitted
TAC Recommendation
Fire
TAC:
 40
Total Mods for  
Fire
in
Approved as Submitted
SubCode:
Ü
SubCode:
Building
2‑Definitions
Mod #
Proponent
Richard Walke
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

202
The National Fireproofing Contractors Association Requests a New Definition for Intumescent Fire‑Resistive Materials (IFRM) which replaces Definitions for Intumescent Fire‑Resistant Coatings and Mastic Fire‑Resistant Coatings
Commission Action
 10466
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 2

Mod #
Proponent
Richard Walke
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

722.5.2.3
The National Fireproofing Contractors Association Requests a New Definition for Intumescent Fire‑Resistive Materials (IFRM) which replaces Definitions for Intumescent Fire‑Resistant Coatings and Mastic Fire‑Resistant Coatings
Commission Action
 10472
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 2

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11/28/2022
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
ALL MODS
Total Mods for this report:  74
Fire
Fire
TAC:
 40
Total Mods for  
Fire
in
Approved as Submitted
Mod #
Proponent
Richard Walke
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

202
The National Fireproofing Contractors Association Requests a New Definition for Sprayed Fire‑Resistive Materials (SFRM) which Replaces the Definition for Sprayed Fire‑Resistant Materials
Commission Action
 10487
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 2

4‑Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy
Mod #
Proponent
John Woestman
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

407.5
Group I‑2 automatic‑closing doors close upon fire alarm activation or sprinkler system. FBC alignment with Federal CMS K233 requirements.
Commission Action
 9982
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 4

Mod #
Proponent
T Stafford
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

403.2.2...403.3.3
This modification is one of a series of modifications that delete the seismic and snow requirements from the code. In accordance with Exception 2 to Section 101.2 of the FBCB, seismic and snow requirements are not to be utilized or enforced in 
Commission Action
 10037
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 4

Richard Logan
Comment
Summary
Proponent
404.6
Add exceptions 4 and 5 to 404.6 for floor openings for escalators and exit access stairways and ramps
Mod #
 10160
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 4
Chapter

Section

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11/28/2022
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
ALL MODS
Total Mods for this report:  74
Fire
Fire
TAC:
 40
Total Mods for  
Fire
in
Approved as Submitted
Mod #
Proponent
Richard Walke
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

403.2.4
The National Fireproofing Contractors Association Requests a New Definition for Sprayed Fire‑Resistive Materials (SFRM) which Replaces the Definition for Sprayed Fire‑Resistant Materials
Commission Action
 10493
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 4

Mod #
Proponent
Richard Walke
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

412.3.1.3
The National Fireproofing Contractors Association Requests a New Definition for Sprayed Fire‑Resistive Materials (SFRM) which Replaces the Definition for Sprayed Fire‑Resistant Materials
Commission Action
 10496
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 4

5‑General Building Heights and Areas
Mod #
Proponent
Greg Johnson
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

504.4
Corrects documented tabular errors for Type IV heavy timber S‑1 occupancies.
Commission Action
 10373
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 5

Mod #
Proponent
Greg Johnson
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

506.2
This was a 2018 ICC Building Code Action Committee (BCAC) code change which corrected a tabular error introduced in a BCAC change in the 2012 ICC development process
Commission Action
 10375
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 5

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11/28/2022
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
ALL MODS
Total Mods for this report:  74
Fire
Fire
TAC:
 40
Total Mods for  
Fire
in
Approved as Submitted
Mod #
Proponent
Kimberly Gilliam
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

504.4
This proposed change corrects two tabular value errors that went undetected in the original code change until after the completion of the 2012 cycle: the tabular story height numbers for Type IV Group S‑2, and the allowable area factor for Type II‑A 
Commission Action
 10532
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 5

6‑Types of Construction
Mod #
Proponent
Greg Johnson
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

705
Clarifies application of footnote c to Table 601, connecting footnote c to the primary structural frame of Type IB, Type IIB, Type IIIB, and Type VA construction. This does not change any technical requirements.
Commission Action
 10100
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 6

Greg Johnson
Comment
Summary
Proponent
602.4.2
Explicitly provides for the use of heavy timber members as boundary elements within a cross laminated timber wall.
Mod #
 10113
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 6
Chapter

Section
Mod #
Proponent
Richard Walke
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

601
The National Fireproofing Contractors Association Requests Modification of Table 601 Footnote B to Include Mezzanines
Commission Action
 10425
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 6

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11/28/2022
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
ALL MODS
Total Mods for this report:  74
Fire
Fire
TAC:
 40
Total Mods for  
Fire
in
Approved as Submitted
Mod #
Proponent
Richard Walke
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

601
The National Fireproofing Contractors Association Requests Modification of Table 601 Footnote B to Eliminate its Use with Roofs Used as Occupiable Spaces
Commission Action
 10451
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 6

Mod #
Proponent
Richard Walke
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

603.1
The National Fireproofing Contractors Association Requests a New Definition for Intumescent Fire‑Resistive Materials (IFRM) which replaces Definitions for Intumescent Fire‑Resistant Coatings and Mastic Fire‑Resistant Coatings
Commission Action
 10468
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 6

Mod #
Proponent
Richard Walke
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

603.1
The National Fireproofing Contractors Association Requests a New Definition for Sprayed Fire‑Resistive Materials (SFRM) which Replaces the Definition for Sprayed Fire‑Resistant Materials
Commission Action
 10499
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 6

7‑Fire and Smoke Protection Features
Mod #
Proponent
John Woestman
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

716.5.3.1
Proposal defines terminated stops (on door frames), and identifies where terminated stops are prohibited. Resolves denial reason for Mod F9268.
Commission Action
 9981
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 7

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11/28/2022
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
ALL MODS
Total Mods for this report:  74
Fire
Fire
TAC:
 40
Total Mods for  
Fire
in
Approved as Submitted
Mod #
Proponent
T Stafford
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

704.12
This modification is one of a series of modifications that delete the seismic and snow requirements from the code. In accordance with Exception 2 to Section 101.2 of the FBCB, seismic and snow requirements are not to be utilized or enforced in 
Commission Action
 10038
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 7

Mod #
Proponent
Amanda Hickman
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

716.2.2.1.1
smoke and draft control
Commission Action
 10379
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 7

Richard Walke
Comment
Summary
Proponent
707.8
The Firestop Contractors International Association Requests Expansion of Applications Where Joints Adjacent to Fire Barriers Require Protection
Mod #
 10461
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 7
Chapter

Section
Mod #
Proponent
Richard Walke
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

722.5.1.3
The National Fireproofing Contractors Association Requests a New Definition for Intumescent Fire‑Resistive Materials (IFRM) which replaces Definitions for Intumescent Fire‑Resistant Coatings and Mastic Fire‑Resistant Coatings
Commission Action
 10469
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 7

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11/28/2022
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
ALL MODS
Total Mods for this report:  74
Fire
Fire
TAC:
 40
Total Mods for  
Fire
in
Approved as Submitted
Mod #
Proponent
Richard Walke
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

722.5.2.2
The National Fireproofing Contractors Association Requests a New Definition for Intumescent Fire‑Resistive Materials (IFRM) which replaces Definitions for Intumescent Fire‑Resistant Coatings and Mastic Fire‑Resistant Coatings
Commission Action
 10471
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 7

Mod #
Proponent
Richard Walke
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

704.13
The National Fireproofing Contractors Association Requests a New Definition for Sprayed Fire‑Resistive Materials (SFRM) which Replaces the Definition for Sprayed Fire‑Resistant Materials
Commission Action
 10500
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 7

Richard Walke
Comment
Summary
Proponent
704.6.1
The National Fireproofing Contractors Association Requests Further Changes to new Section 704.6.1 Developed under FBC Modification No. F9238
Mod #
 10512
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 7
Chapter

Section
9‑Fire Protection Systems
Mod #
Proponent
T Stafford
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

913.2
This modification is one of a series of modifications that delete the seismic and snow requirements from the code. In accordance with Exception 2 to Section 101.2 of the FBCB, seismic and snow requirements are not to be utilized or enforced in 
Commission Action
 10039
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 9

10‑Means of Egress

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11/28/2022
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
ALL MODS
Total Mods for this report:  74
Fire
Fire
TAC:
 40
Total Mods for  
Fire
in
Approved as Submitted
Mod #
Proponent
John Woestman
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

1010.1.1
This proposal deletes the 48” maximum width requirements for swinging doors. It is the width, plus the height and the construction of the door (i.e. weight) which results in a door which may be difficult to open and / or close.
Commission Action
 9925
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 10

Mod #
Proponent
Brad Schiffer
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

1016.2
Clarity when exit access can go through elevator lobbies.
Commission Action
 9944
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 10

Mod #
Proponent
John Woestman
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

1003.3.1
This FBC proposal combines ICC IBC proposal E41‑18 approved “as submitted” for the 2021 IBC and ?proposal E38‑21 approved “as submitted” for the ??2024 IBC. Topic is headroom at door opening.?
Commission Action
 9975
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 10

Mod #
Proponent
John Woestman
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

1010.1.1
This FBC proposal combines ICC IBC proposal E41‑18 approved “as submitted” for the 2021 IBC and ?proposal E38‑21 approved “as submitted” for the 2024 IBC. Topic is projections into the clear opening.
Commission Action
 9976
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 10

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11/28/2022
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
ALL MODS
Total Mods for this report:  74
Fire
Fire
TAC:
 40
Total Mods for  
Fire
in
Approved as Submitted
Mod #
Proponent
John Woestman
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

1010.1.9.8
Delayed egress locks and courtrooms in Group A‑3 and B occupancies. The revisions presented reflect the technical changes of proposal E58‑18 for the 2021 IBC.
Commission Action
 9977
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 10

Mod #
Proponent
John Woestman
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

1010.1.10
Delayed egress locks and courtrooms in Group A‑3 and B occupancies. The revisions presented reflect the technical changes of proposal E58‑18 for the 2021 IBC.
Commission Action
 9978
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 10

Mod #
Proponent
John Woestman
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

1010.1.10
The current requirements in the Florida Building Code are not in alignment with the requirements in NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code. Mod F9172 was denied with the reason: “Original text of this code change is not consistent with that of the 
Commission Action
 9980
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 10

Mod #
Proponent
John Woestman
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

1010.1.9.4
The Florida Building Code, Building, (and IBC) is rather confusing regarding dead bolts, manual bolt locks, and automatic flush bolts leading to significant variability in interpretations and application of the code. This proposal is based on ICC IBC 
Commission Action
 10053
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 10

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11/28/2022
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
ALL MODS
Total Mods for this report:  74
Fire
Fire
TAC:
 40
Total Mods for  
Fire
in
Approved as Submitted
Mod #
Proponent
Richard Logan
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

1017.2
Table 1017.2 needs to be modified to reflect the exceptions cited in 903.2.6, exception 2, for I‑4 day care occupancies and 1017.2.2, conditions 1‑3, for S‑1 occupancies.
Commission Action
 10153
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 10

Mod #
Proponent
Jennifer Hatfield
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

1030.4
Provides for consistency with the IBC and language found in the corresponding Florida Building Code, Residential section that was inadvertently left out of the previous cycle in regards to ASTM F2090 devices being permitted for use on EERO 
Commission Action
 10415
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 10

Jennifer Hatfield
Comment
Summary
Proponent
1010.1.7
Modifies Exception 2 in Section 1010.1.7 to clarify that a higher door threshold height may be allowed in order to meet the water testing requirements of Section 1709.5.
Mod #
 10427
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 10
Chapter

Section
SubCode:
Ü
SubCode:
Existing Building
7‑Alterations ‑ Level 1
Mod #
Proponent
Jennifer Hatfield
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

702
Provides for alignment with IEBC language that is not intended to change current requirements. Rather, the proposal is based on clean‑up, consistency and clarity supported by industry and the ICC Building Code Action Committee addressing 
Commission Action
 10431
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 7

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11/28/2022
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
ALL MODS
Total Mods for this report:  74
Fire
Fire
TAC:
 40
Total Mods for  
Fire
in
Approved as Submitted
SubCode:
Ü
SubCode:
Residential
3‑Building Planning
Mod #
Proponent
Jennifer Hatfield
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

308.4.5
Providing consistency between the FBC‑R and FBC‑B provisions by adding a new exception to safety glazing that is currently provided in 2406.4.5 when the outboard pane is not exposed to the hazardous locations specified in the code.
Commission Action
 10397
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 3

Mod #
Proponent
Jennifer Hatfield
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

310.1.1
ASTM F2090 includes criteria for window fall prevention devices and window opening control devices, which is why “and fall prevention devices” is being added. Provides for consistency with the 2021 IRC.
Commission Action
 10414
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Approved as Submitted
W
Chapter 3

Denied
TAC Recommendation
Fire
TAC:
 15
Total Mods for  
Fire
in
Denied
SubCode:
Ü
SubCode:
Building
5‑General Building Heights and Areas
Mod #
Proponent
Kimberly Gilliam
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

505.2.3
Modifies the Text of 505.2.3 "Openness". Removes Exception number 5.
Commission Action
 10533
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Denied
W
Chapter 5

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TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
ALL MODS
Total Mods for this report:  74
Fire
Fire
TAC:
 15
Total Mods for  
Fire
in
Denied
6‑Types of Construction
Greg Johnson
Comment
Summary
Proponent
602.4
This change provides clear requirement options for the treatment of concealed spaces in Type IV construction.
Mod #
 10110
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Denied
W
Chapter 6
Chapter

Section
Richard Walke
Comment
Summary
Proponent
601
The National Fireproofing Contractors Association Requests Modification of Table 601 to Add New Footnote on Rating Required on Occupiable Roofs
Mod #
 10436
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Denied
W
Chapter 6
Chapter

Section
7‑Fire and Smoke Protection Features
Greg Johnson
Comment
Summary
Proponent
704.2
In the 2018 & 2021 IBC columns in light‑frame walls, which are located entirely between the top and bottom plates, are permitted to have required fire‑resistance ratings provided by the membrane protection provided for the wall. This modification makes the FBC consistent.
Mod #
 9945
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Denied
W
Chapter 7
Chapter

Section
Greg Johnson
Comment
Summary
Proponent
704.4.1
In the 2018 & 2021 IBC columns in light‑frame walls, which are located entirely between the top and bottom plates, are permitted to have required fire‑resistance ratings provided by the membrane protection provided for the wall. This modification makes the FBC consistent.
Mod #
 9946
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Denied
W
Chapter 7
Chapter

Section

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TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
ALL MODS
Total Mods for this report:  74
Fire
Fire
TAC:
 15
Total Mods for  
Fire
in
Denied
Mod #
Proponent
Richard Walke
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

714.2.1
The Firestop Contractors International Association Proposes Firestop Systems in High‑Rise Buildings and I‑2 Occupancies be Installed by Approved or Qualified Contractors
Commission Action
 10518
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Denied
W
Chapter 7

Mod #
Proponent
Richard Walke
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

715.2.1
The Firestop Contractors International Association Proposes Fire‑Resistant Joint Systems and Perimeter Fire Containment Systems in High‑Rise Buildings and I‑2 Occupancies be Installed by Approved or Qualified Contractors
Commission Action
 10521
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Denied
W
Chapter 7

10‑Means of Egress
John Woestman
Comment
Summary
Proponent
1010.1.9.9
Emergency lighting required on egress side of sensor release electrically locked egress doors. Mod F9162 was denied with the reason: “Original text of this code change is not consistent with that of ?the 2020 FBC‑B.” This proposal resolves the inconsistencies.?
Mod #
 9979
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Denied
W
Chapter 10
Chapter

Section
Mod #
Proponent
John Woestman
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

1010.1.9.4
Item 2 in 1010.1.9.4 permits the main doors of a space to be locked preventing egress (and ingress). This proposal revises Item 2 to more closely align with the intent: applicable to the main exterior doors to the building, or the main doors to the 
Commission Action
 10059
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Denied
W
Chapter 10

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TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
ALL MODS
Total Mods for this report:  74
Fire
Fire
TAC:
 15
Total Mods for  
Fire
in
Denied
Mod #
Proponent
John Woestman
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

1010.1.9.3
The proposed revisions add access control systems to this section of the code, and requires monitored ?egress systems and access control systems to “play nice” with door hardware and locking systems on ?the egress side of a door in the means of 
Commission Action
 10060
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Denied
W
Chapter 10

17‑Structural Tests and Special Inspections
Richard Walke
Comment
Summary
Proponent
1705
Propose Special Inspections for SFRM and IFRM
Mod #
 10394
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Denied
W
Chapter 17
Chapter

Section
Richard Walke
Comment
Summary
Proponent
1705
Propose Special Inspections for Firestop Systems and Joint Systems
Mod #
 10408
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Denied
W
Chapter 17
Chapter

Section
23‑Wood
Greg Johnson
Comment
Summary
Proponent
2304.11
Provides internal references to Sec 602.4 treatment of concealed spaces in Type IV construction for floors and roof decks.
Mod #
 10111
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Denied
W
Chapter 23
Chapter

Section

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SubCode:
Residential
2‑Definitions
Mod #
Proponent
David Porter
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

202
Terms "bedroom" and "sleeping room" need definitions.
Commission Action
 9984
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Denied
W
Chapter 2

9‑Roof Assemblies
Mod #
Proponent
Fernando Pages
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

902
An edit to correct a defined term in the code.
Commission Action
 9948
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Denied
W
Chapter 9

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TAC Recommendation
Fire
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SubCode:
Ü
SubCode:
Building
2‑Definitions

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Greg Johnson
Comment
Summary
Proponent
202
Definitions needed regulate mass timber are added; mass timber supporters added in rationale
Mod #
 10337
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
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W
Chapter 2
Chapter

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TAC's Final action:

TAC - Fire TAC - "D"
Section
4‑Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy
Greg Johnson
Comment
Summary
Proponent
403.3.2
This modification requires dual water supplies for Type IVA and Type IVB buildings that are taller than 120 feet.
Mod #
 10161
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
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W
Chapter 4
Chapter

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TAC's Final action:

TAC - Fire TAC - "D"
Section
5‑General Building Heights and Areas
Greg Johnson
Comment
Summary
Proponent
508.4
This modification requires thermal barriers for mass timber elements in Type IVB and IVC construction.
Mod #
 10162
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Pulled off Consent  by Interested Entity
W
Chapter 5
Chapter

Pulled off consent by Greg Johnson
TAC's Final action:

TAC - Fire TAC - "D"
Section
Greg Johnson
Comment
Summary
Proponent
509.4
Requires thermal barriers for fire barriers and horizontal assemblies in Type IVB and IVC construction.
Mod #
 10163
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Pulled off Consent  by Interested Entity
W
Chapter 5
Chapter

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TAC's Final action:

TAC - Fire TAC - "D"
Section

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Greg Johnson
Comment
Summary
Proponent
504
Adds Type IVA, IVB, and IVC height limits in feet
Mod #
 10254
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Pulled off Consent  by Interested Entity
W
Chapter 5
Chapter

Pulled off consent by Greg Johnson
TAC's Final action:

TAC - Fire TAC - "D"
Section
Greg Johnson
Comment
Summary
Proponent
504.4
Addition of Type IV‑A, IV‑B, and IV‑C construction types to allowable number of stories table
Mod #
 10255
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Pulled off Consent  by Interested Entity
W
Chapter 5
Chapter

Pulled off consent by Greg Johnson
TAC's Final action:

TAC - Fire TAC - "D"
Section
Greg Johnson
Comment
Summary
Proponent
506
Adds Types IV‑A, IV‑B, and IV‑C to the allowable area table 506.2
Mod #
 10328
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Pulled off Consent  by Interested Entity
W
Chapter 5
Chapter

Pulled off consent by Greg Johnson
TAC's Final action:

TAC - Fire TAC - "D"
Section
6‑Types of Construction
Greg Johnson
Comment
Summary
Proponent
602.4
Adds new mass timber Types of Construction IVA, IVB, and IVC provisions and renames existing Type IV heavy timber as Type IV‑HT.
Mod #
 10174
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Pulled off Consent  by Interested Entity
W
Chapter 6
Chapter

Pulled off consent by Greg Johnson
TAC's Final action:

TAC - Fire TAC - "D"
Section
7‑Fire and Smoke Protection Features

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Fire
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Greg Johnson
Comment
Summary
Proponent
703
This modification provides a performance path for determining the time contribution of noncombustible protection to mass timber fire resistance.
Mod #
 10099
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Pulled off Consent  by Interested Entity
W
Chapter 7
Chapter

Pulled off consent by Greg Johnson
TAC's Final action:

TAC - Fire TAC - "D"
Section
Greg Johnson
Comment
Summary
Proponent
703
Provides requirements for sealing of adjacent mass timber elements.
Mod #
 10167
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Pulled off Consent  by Interested Entity
W
Chapter 7
Chapter

Pulled of consent by Greg Johnson
TAC's Final action:

TAC - Fire TAC - "D"
Section
Greg Johnson
Comment
Summary
Proponent
722
Prescriptive method of determining required fire protection of mass timber elements
Mod #
 10169
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Pulled off Consent  by Interested Entity
W
Chapter 7
Chapter

Pulled off consent by Greg Johnson
TAC's Final action:

TAC – Fire TAC - "D"

Section
17‑Structural Tests and Special Inspections
Greg Johnson
Comment
Summary
Proponent
1711
Provides requirements for inspection of mass timber construction.
Mod #
 10168
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Pulled off Consent  by Interested Entity
W
Chapter 17
Chapter

Pulled off consent by Greg Johnson
TAC's Final action:

TAC - Fire TAC - "D"
Section
31‑Special Construction

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Greg Johnson
Comment
Summary
Proponent
3102
Clarifies that the reference to Type IV construction means heavy timber construction and not mass timber
Mod #
 10098
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Pulled off Consent  by Interested Entity
W
Chapter 31
Chapter

Pulled off consent by Greg Johnson
TAC's Final action:

TAC - Fire TAC - "D"
Section
2704‑Fire Districts
Greg Johnson
Comment
Summary
Proponent
102.2.5
clarifies existing Type IV requirement refers to traditional Type IV heavy timber and not new Type IV mass timber types.
Mod #
 10452
AM/IC
D/IC
D
AM
AS/IC
AS
Commission Action
Pulled off Consent  by Interested Entity
W
Appendix D
Chapter

Pulled off consent by Greg Johnson
TAC's Final action:

TAC - Fire TAC - "D"
Section
Withdrawn
TAC Recommendation
Fire
TAC:
 1
Total Mods for  
Fire
in
Withdrawn
SubCode:
Ü
SubCode:
Existing Building
10‑Change of Occupancy
Mod #
Proponent
Jennifer Hatfield
Section
Chapter
Summary
Comment

AS
AS/IC

1012.4.6
Brings in language from the IEBC to the FEBC that provides what operable windows serving as the EERO must comply with when the replacement window is part of a change of occupancy.
Commission Action
 10433
AM
AM/IC
D/IC
D
Withdrawn
W
Chapter 10

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