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  1. 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.

  2. What Use Group Would an Ice Cream Shop Be? - The Building Code …

    Oct 19, 2009 · 2012 IBC - What use group would an ice cream shop be? Assembly? Mercantile?

  3. 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

  4. 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 …

  5. Changes in the 2024 International Building Code (IBC)

    Oct 16, 2009 · The 2024 IBC® contains many important changes such as: Duties and powers of the building official: an overall reformat of Section 104 regulating duties of the building official, the …

  6. Occupancy Classification for Townhouse: R-2 or R-3?

    Oct 17, 2009 · R-2: "Residential occupancies containing more than two dwelling units" If each townhouse is a seperate structure, than it only contains one dwelling unit. That makes it R-3, yes?

  7. 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 …

  8. IBC 1013.8 window sill height and 4" opening limitation

    2012 IBC 1013.8 states: Operable sections of windows shall not permit openings that allow passage of a 4-inch diameter sphere where such openings are located within 36 inches of the finished floor [and …

  9. IBC vs. IRC - The Building Code Forum

    Sep 30, 2015 · Does anyone know single family or townhouse can be designed per IBC in lieu of IRC? I have a project that includes both commercial buildings and single family/townhouses. I wonder if I …

  10. The Building Code Forum

    Dec 28, 2025 · The Building Code Forum is a comprehensive online platform dedicated to discussions on building codes and related topics. It features various forums covering aspects like commercial and …