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Significant changes to the international residential code

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This convenient, easy-to-use resource provides a comprehensive analysis of notable changes since the 2015 International Residential Code, including the origins, implications, and real-world applications of those changes. Covering updates to building, energy, mechanical, fuel gas, plumbing, and electrical provisions of the IRC, the text presents an analysis of affected code sections, highlighting modifications to the existing language with strikethroughs and underlines. Each update also features a brief explanation, detailed illustrations, and thoughtful discussion of the changes' significance, so you can interpret the code's technical jargon and understand its practical applications to real-world scenarios. With its attention to detail, logical organization, and thorough, yet concise coverage, Significant changes to the international residential code, 2018 Edition, is an ideal resource to help you transition from the 2015 IRC.

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Significant changes to the international residential code -- Changes to the international residential code

Call No

348.02

Edition

2018 edition.

Authors

Van Note, Stephen A.
Hyde, Sandra
International Code Council

Subjects

Building laws--Standards.
Construction industry--Law and legislation.
Standards, Engineering.
House construction--Standards.
Building laws--Standards.
Construction industry--Law and legislation.
House construction--Standards.
Standards, Engineering.

Language

English

Published

Boston, MA : Cengage Learning, [2018].

Publication Desc

xii, 315 pages : color illustrations ;

ISBN

9781337271332 (paperback)

Dimensions

28 cm.

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This convenient, easy-to-use resource provides a comprehensive analysis of notable changes since the 2015 International Residential Code, including the origins, implications, and real-world applications of those changes. Covering updates to building, energy, mechanical, fuel gas, plumbing, and electrical provisions of the IRC, the text presents an analysis of affected code sections, highlighting modifications to the existing language with strikethroughs and underlines. Each update also features a brief explanation, detailed illustrations, and thoughtful discussion of the changes' significance, so you can interpret the code's technical jargon and understand its practical applications to real-world scenarios. With its attention to detail, logical organization, and thorough, yet concise coverage, Significant changes to the international residential code, 2018 Edition, is an ideal resource to help you transition from the 2015 IRC.

General Note

"International Code Council"--Cover.
Includes index.

Content Note

Machine generated contents note: pt. 1 Administration -- Chapters 1 and 2 -- R101.2, R202 Scope---Accessory Structures -- R104.11. Alternative Materials, Design and Methods of Construction and Equipment -- R105.3.1.1. Existing Buildings in Flood Hazard Areas -- R106.1.4. Information for Construction in Flood Hazard Areas -- pt. 2 Building Planning -- Chapter 3 -- Table R301.2(1) Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria -- R301.2. Wind Design Criteria -- R301.2. Wind Speed Maps -- Table R301.2(2) Component and Cladding Loads -- R301.2.1.1.1. Sunrooms -- R301.2.1.2. Protection of Openings in Wind Borne Debris Regions -- R301.2.1.4. Wind Exposure Category -- Table R301.2.1.5.1 Modifications for Topographic Wind Effects -- R301.2.4. Floodplain Construction -- R301.3. Story Height -- R302.1. Exterior Walls -- R302.2. Townhouse Separation -- R302.13. Fire Protection of Floors -- R303.7, R303.8 Stairway Illumination -- R304.1. Minimum Habitable Room Area -- R305. Ceiling Height.
Contents note continued: R308.4.2. Glazing Adjacent to Doors -- R308.4.5. Glazing and Wet Surfaces -- R308.4.7. Glazing Adjacent to the Bottom Stair Landing -- R310. Emergency Escape and Rescue Openings -- R310.5, R310.6 Emergency Escape and Rescue Openings for Additions, Alterations and Repairs -- R311.1. Means of Egress -- R311.7.3, R311.7.5.1 Stair Risers -- R311.7.10.1. Spiral Stairways -- R311.7.11, R311.7.12 Alternating Tread Devices and Ship Ladders -- R311.8. Ramps -- R312.1.2. Guard Height -- R312.2.1. Window Fall Protection -- R314. Smoke Alarms -- R315. Carbon Monoxide Alarms -- R322.1, R322.2 Flood Hazards -- R322.3. Coastal High-Hazard Areas -- R325. Mezzanines -- pt. 3 Building Construction -- Chapters 4 through 10 -- R403.1.1. Minimum Footing Size -- R403.1.2, R602.10.9.1 Continuous Footings in Seismic Design Categories D0, D1 and D2 -- R403.1.3. Footing and Stem Wall Reinforcing in Seismic Design Categories D0, D1 and D2 -- R403.1.6. Foundation Anchorage.
Contents note continued: R404.1.4.1. Masonry Foundation Walls in SDC D0, D1 and D2 -- R404.4. Retaining Walls -- Tables R502.3.1(1), R502.3.1(2) Floor Joist Spans for Common Lumber Species -- R502.10. Framing of Floor Openings -- R507.1, R507.4 Decking -- R507.2. Deck Ledger Connection to Band Joist -- R507.2.4. Alternative Deck Lateral Load Connection -- R507.5, R507.6, R507.7 Deck Joists and Beams -- R507.8. Deck Posts -- Table R602.3(1) Fastening Schedule---Roof Requirements -- Table R602.3(1) Fastening Schedule---Wall Requirements -- Table R602.3(1) Fastening Schedule---Floor Requirements -- R602.3.1. Stud Size, Height and Spacing -- R602.7. Headers -- Table R602.10.3(1) Bracing Requirements Based on Wind Speed -- Table R602.10.5 Contributing Length of Method CS-PF Braced Wall Panels -- R602.10.6.2. Method PFH: Portal Frame with Hold-Downs -- R602.10.11. Cripple Wall Bracing -- R602.12. Simplified Wall Bracing.
Contents note continued: R603.9.5. Structural Sheathing over Steel Framing for Stone and Masonry Veneer -- R606. Masonry Walls -- R606.3.5. Grouting Requirements for Masonry Construction -- R610.7. Drilling and Notching in Structural Insulated Panels -- R703.3. Siding Material Thickness and Attachment -- R703.5. Wood, Hardboard, and Wood Structural Panel Siding -- R703.6. Wood Shakes and Shingles on Exterior Walls -- R703.9. Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) -- R703.11.1. Vinyl Siding Attachment -- R703.13, R703.14 Insulated Vinyl Siding and Polypropylene Siding -- R703.15, R703.16, R703.17 Cladding Attachment over Foam Sheathing -- Tables R802.4, R802.5 Ceiling Joist and Rafter Tables -- R806.1. Attic Ventilation -- Table R806.5 Insulation for Condensation Control in Unvented Attics -- R905.1.1. Underlayment -- R905.7.5. Wood Shingle Application -- R905.8.6. Wood Shake Application -- R905.16. Photovoltaic Shingles -- R907. Rooftop-Mounted Photovoltaic Systems.
Contents note continued: pt. 4 Energy Conservation -- Chapter 11 -- N1101.13.Compliance Paths -- N1101.14. Permanent Energy Certificate -- N1102.1.3.R-Value Computation---Insulated Siding -- N1102.2.4. Access Hatches and Doors -- N1102.2.7, Table N1102.1.2 R-Value Reduction for Walls with Partial Structural Sheathing -- N1102.2.8, Table N1102.4.1.1 Floor Framing Cavity Insulation -- Table N1102.4.1.1 Insulation at Wall Corners and Headers -- N1102.4.2, Table N1102.4.1.1 Wood-Burning Fireplace Doors -- N1103.3. Duct Sealing and Testing -- N1103.5. Heated Water Circulation and Temperature Maintenance Systems -- pt. 5 Mechanical -- Chapters 12 through 23 -- M1502.4.4, M1502.4.5 Dryer Exhaust Duct Power Ventilators -- M1502.4.6. Dryer Duct Length Identification -- M1503.4. Makeup Air for Range Hoods -- M1506.2. Exhaust Duct Length -- M1601.1.1, Table M1601.1.1, M1601.2 Above-Ground Duct Systems -- M1601.4. Duct Installation -- M1602. Return Air -- pt. 6 Fuel Gas -- Chapter 24.
Contents note continued: G2404.11. Condensate Pumps -- G2411.1.1. Electrical Bonding of Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing -- G2413.2. Maximum Gas Demand -- G2414.6. Plastic Pipe, Tubing and Fittings -- G2415.5. Fittings in Concealed Locations -- G2415.7. Protection of Concealed Piping Against Physical Damage -- G2421.2. Medium-Pressure Regulators -- G2422.1. Connecting Portable and Movable Appliances -- G2426.7.1. Door Clearance to Vent Terminals -- G2427.4.1, G2427.6.8.3 Plastic Piping for Appliance Vents -- G2427.8. Venting System Termination Location -- G2439.4, G2439.7 Clothes Dryer Exhaust Ducts -- G2447.2. Prohibited Location of Commercial Cooking Appliances -- pt. 7 Plumbing -- Chapters 25 through 33 -- P2502.1, P2503.4 Inspection and Tests for Building Sewers -- P2503.5. Drain, Waste, and Vent Systems Testing -- P2603.2.1. Protection Against Physical Damage -- P2603.3. Protection Against Corrosion -- Table P2605.1 Piping Support -- P2702.1, P2706.1 Waste Receptors.
Contents note continued: P2717. Dishwashing Machines -- P2801. Water Heater Drain Valves and Pans -- P2804.6.1. Water Heater Relief Valve Discharge Piping -- P2901, P2910 through P2913 Nonpotable Water Systems -- P2905. Heated Water Distribution Systems -- P2906.2. Lead Content of Drinking Water Pipe and Fittings -- P3003.9. Solvent Cementing of PVC Joints -- P3005.2. Cleanouts -- P3008.1. Backwater Valves -- P3103.1, P3103.2 Vent Terminals -- P3201.2. Trap Seal Protection Against Evaporation -- pt. 8 Electrical -- Chapters 34 through 43 -- E3901.9. Receptacle Outlets for Garages -- E3902.8, E3902.9, E3902.10 Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter Protection -- E4203.4.3. Location of Low-Voltage Luminaires Adjacent to Swimming Pools -- E4204.2. Bonding of Outdoor Hot Tubs and Spas -- pt. 9 Appendices -- Appendix A through S -- Appendix R Light Straw-Clay Construction -- Appendix S Strawbale Construction.