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Get the answers to your 2006 IRC code questions!
The 2006 IRC Q&A: An Application Guide provides more than 600 answers to the most frequently asked questions on the provisions of Chapters 1 through 10 of the 2006 International Residential Code. The IRC code section is reprinted for easy reference, followed by questions and answers pertaining to the particular section. This allows for quick reference to questions on specific code sections, such as:
- Do buildings constructed under the 2006 International Residential Code require engineering?
- What level of fire-resistance rating is required for two dwellings constructed side by side separated by a lot line?
- Can a sill plate overhang the edge of a concrete or masonry foundation wall?
- Are ceiling fans and suspended lighting considered projections when determining minimum ceiling heights?
- Is plywood stronger than OSB of the same thickness?
- Does the code refer to a minimum or maximum joint space between the sheets of gypsum board in the garage-dwelling separation?
- Can solid sawn lumber boards be used for sheathing the roof of a dwelling?
- In a single-family dwelling, where does the means of egress system end?
- Are smoke alarms or carbon monoxide alarms required in an attached garage?
- Is there a minimum size requirement for doors that open into sleeping rooms?
- Can a flame-retardant poly vapor barrier serve as the thermal barrier to protect a foam plastic insulation product?
- Does the code require felt paper behind adhered veneer?
- Is exhaust ventilation required in a garage attached to a dwelling?
- Is floor or roof sheathing required to be laid in a staggered pattern?
- Can staples be substituted for the nails or screws in the gypsum board of the garage-dwelling separation?
Many of the answers include numerous helpful photographs and illustrations that provide a clear understanding of both the intent and meaning of the code text. It does not address every code section, but does attempt to address the majority of requests for interpretations regarding code topics.
The 2006 International Residential Code Q&A: An Application Guide is an essential resource for anyone involved with the 2006 International Residential Code provisions, including building officials, building inspectors, plans examiners, architects, designers and builders. The guide addresses those code provisions frequently encountered during design, plan review and the construction process. |
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