Egress Capacity Calculator - 2024 IBC
Interactive calculator for means of egress using 2024 IBC Section 1005, Table 1020.3, and Section 1010.1.1 for doors.
Mini-Class: Unlocking Chapter 1 of the 2024 IBC – Scope and ...
Oct 16, 2009 · Chapter 1 of the 2024 International Building Code (IBC) establishes the foundation for how the code is applied, enforced, and interpreted. It outlines the scope, purpose, and administrative …
Group E Occupancies Explained - IBC 305 (2024) - The Building Code …
Oct 16, 2009 · Do you agree with the following interpretation and summary of this important section? Definition and Scope of Group E Occupancies: Group E occupancy primarily involves buildings or …
Fire Separation Distance Between New and Existing Building with …
Feb 7, 2024 · From the 2021 IBC Commentary: The Commentary says: Fire separation distance is the distance from the exterior wall of the building to one of the three following locations, measured …
Occupancy Question: Classrooms for Church under IBC 2006
Oct 21, 2009 · Code: IBC 2006 I would appreciate input regarding the proper occupancy classification for Church Classrooms in two senarios: 1. Free standing educational building of 10,000 sf. 2. 10,000 …
Where is maximum exit door leaf width in 2021 IBC?
Nov 2, 2009 · 2018 IBC 1010.1.1 "Size of doors" contained this sentence: The maximum width of a swinging door shall be 48 inches (1219mm) nominal. I don't see that sentence in the 2021 IBC …
Area of Refuge in R-2 occupancy (NFPA VS IBC) - The Building Code …
Nov 30, 2018 · I apologies in advanced for what seems like the ramblings of a madman. NFPA turns my brain to mush and this is the result. I have a multistory R-2 building, 5 stories above grade …
Egress through Intervening Spaces - The Building Code Forum
Feb 17, 2022 · It was mentioned that the path cannot cross through intervening spaces. The large room is the Multipurpose/Gym. I've been making evac signs as such for a while and this is the first I've …
Is a "barrier" allowed within a stair landing? IBC 1023.8
Nov 2, 2009 · For stair systems that extend above and below the level of exit discharge, IBC 1023.8 requires an "approved barrier" to prevent people from unintentionally missing the exit discharge door …
S-1 occupancy, occupant load | The Building Code Forum
Mar 15, 2022 · 2015 IBC, table 1004.1.2, what does a s-1 storage occupancy (repair garage with ordinary hazard) fall under for the occupant load factor? im thinking industrial at 200 sf per person