ONE HOUR ON-LINE COURSE. ADVANCED BUILDING CODE ( On Line. and Instructor Led )

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1 2010 FLORIDA BUILDING CODE ONE HOUR ON-LINE COURSE ADVANCED BUILDING CODE ( On Line and Instructor Led ) ADCOX GROUP, INC. (PROVIDER # ) 8746 Mckenna Drive Jacksonville, Florida John@adcoxgroup.com Author: Dr. John Adcox (CPC) This on-line course is an overview of the2010 Florida Building Code changes from the 2007 Florida Building Code and with the significant changes as noted on the State of Florida web site. This course is definitely not a complete detailed overview. It is suggested each contractor or individual review the 2010 Florida Building Code in its entirety. The Florida Building Code is the responsibility of the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. This on- line or instructor led course will discuss briefly changes relevant only to the Florida Building Code, Building, Residential, and Existing Building. Please note only a portion of the total number of code changes are covered in this one hour on line or instructor led course. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: THE FLORIDA BUILDING CODE IS MODIFIED TO SOME EXTEND EACH YEAR. BASED ON THIS, IT IS STONGLY SUGGESTED THAT EACH CONTACTOR VISIT THE WEBSITE EVERY MONTH ( SEE ADDRESS BELOW ) AND REVIEW THE BUILDING CODE SECTION AS WELL AS THE "HOT TOPICS" SECTIONS NOTED IN THE BAR AT THE TOP OF THE WEBSITE PAGE. THIS WILL ALLOW AN INDIVIDUAL TO KEEP UP WITH CURRENT APPROVED CHANGES AND/OR PENDING CHANGES. THE WEB SITE ADDRESS IS: History The State of Florida first mandated statewide building codes during the 1970s at the beginning of the modern construction boom. The first law required all municipalities and counties to adopt and enforce one of the four state-recognized model codes known as the state minimum building codes. During the early 1990s Hurricane Andrew, together with the increasing complexity of building construction regulation in vastly changed markets, led to a comprehensive review of the state building code system. The study revealed that building code adoption and enforcement was inconsistent throughout the state and those local codes thought to be the strongest proved inadequate when tested by major hurricane events. The consequences of the building codes system failure were devastation to lives and economies and a statewide property insurance crisis. The response was a reform of the state building 1

2 Scope The Florida Building Code is based on national model building codes and national consensus standards which are amended where necessary for Florida s specific needs. The code incorporates all building construction-related regulations for public and private buildings in the State of Florida other than those specifically exempted by Section , Florida Statutes. It has been harmonized with the Florida Fire Prevention Code, which is developed and maintained by the Department of Financial Services, Office of the State Fire Marshal, to establish unified and consistent standards. State and local codes adopted and incorporated into the code include the Florida Energy Efficiency Code for Building Construction, the Florida Accessibility Code for Building Construction and special hurricane protection standards for the high-velocity hurricane zone. The code is composed of seven main volumes: the Florida Building Code, Building, which also includes Chapter 13 (energy efficiency) and Chapter 11 (accessibility) as well as state regulations for licensed facilities; the Florida Building Code, Plumbing; the Florida Building Code, Mechanical; the Florida Building Code, Fuel Gas; the Florida Existing Building Code; the Florida Building Code, Test Protocols for High-Velocity Hurricane Zones and the Florida Building Code, Residential. Chapter 27 of the Florida Building Code, Building, adopts the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70, by reference. Chapter 33 of the Florida Building Code, Residential adopts the National Electrical Code Requirements for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, NFPA 70A, by reference. Under certain strictly defined conditions, local governments may amend requirements to be more stringent than the code. All local amendments to the Florida Building Code must be adopted by local ordinance and reported to the Florida Building Commission then posted on the web site in Legislative format for a month before being enforced. Local amendments to the Florida Building Code and the Florida Fire Prevention Code may be obtained from the Florida Building Commission web site, or from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Adoption and Maintenance The Florida Building Code is adopted and updated with new editions triennially by the Florida Building Commission. It is amended annually to incorporate interpretations, clarifications and to update standards. Minimum requirements for permitting, plans review and inspections are established by the Code, and local jurisdictions may adopt additional administrative requirements that are more stringent FLORIDA BUILDING CODE BUILDING Highlight of important changes in the 2010 Florida Building Code, Building Note: Text highlighted in blue represent Florida specific changes. Text highlighted in black represent ICC specific changes. Chapter 1: Administration 2

3 102.2 Add new exceptions for family mausoleums not exceeding 250 square feet and temporary housing provided by Department of Correction Clarify exemption provisions for single-family residence located in flood hazard areas Clarify that relocated building must comply with the flood hazard area requirements for new location Clarify when existing mechanical equipment on the surface of the roof must be installed as per the FBC Clarify the applicable code for manufactured buildings Clarification regarding documents submitted at the time of permit application Clarify that photocopies of plans for manufactured buildings are sufficient for local permit Clarify plan review criteria for flood hazard areas and impact resistant coverings or systems Clarify the criteria for certificate of occupancy with respect to flood hazard areas Chapter 2: Definitions Add High-rise as new definition for clarification purposes. Revise Story above grade plane to provide consistency with the revised definition of basement. Additional terms revised or added: Addition, Employee Work Area, Floodplain Management Ordinance, Tubular Daylighting Device, Valley, and Wind-Borne Debris Impact Resistant Products. Chapter 3: Use and Occupancy Classification adds new definitions for Ambulatory health care facilities, and Clinic outpatient Require public and private colleges and universities to comply with Section Classifies Adult care facility as Group R-3 regardless of the number of people being accommodated Classification of several residential uses through the inclusion of specific allowances for small transient uses, live/work units, and small residential care facilities. Chapter 4: Special Details Requirements Extends the applications of covered mall buildings to similar facilities that do not have a roof cover , Reduce the required open space around a covered mall building Requires emergency responder radio for high-rise buildings High-rise more than 420 feet in height must now provide an additional exit stairway Require luminous for identifying egress in high-rise as per

4 Allow elevators in high-rise that are in compliance with 3008 to be used for occupant self-evacuation Increase vehicle barriers from 24 to 33 inches Provide for provisions for security glazing in Group I-3 occupancies Update stage proscenium curtains criteria. 419 (IBC 2009) Live/Work Units was moved to Section 438 of this Chapter to maintain formatting. 419 (Hospitals) This section was revised extensively. 420 (Nursing Homes) This section was revised extensively. 421 (Ambulatory Surgical Centers) This section was revised extensively Clarify provisions for flood resistant construction for educational facilities Clarify sprinkler system requirements for remodeled facilities Add provision for playground surface drainage Add new provisions for irrigation system Revise to clarify several plumbing provisions Revise to clarify provisions for assembly occupancies in public educational facilities Revise to clarify the applicable testing standard for impact Add new provision to clarify the flood resistance requirements for public swimming pools Clarify the required fixtures count for public swimming pools Clarify the flood requirements for private swimming pools Revise exist alarm specification for consistency with UL This section was revised extensively Revise the separation of dwelling and sleeping units to include other occupancies within the building. 440 Add new section to address Hydrogen cutoff rooms. 441 Add new section to address Ambulatory health care facilities. 442 Adopt by reference a new shelter standard ICC Add new section applicable to schools, colleges and universities. Chapter 5: General Building Heights and Areas 4

5 502.1 Revise definition for basement. Table Revise allowable heights for Groups B, M, S-1 and S Revise the frontage increase for buildings on the same lot Revise the method for calculating allowable area for mixed-occupancy multi-story , Provide specific conditions for unlimited floor area specific to Group A Revise the provisions for incidental accessory occupancies. Table Remove parking garages and storage rooms form Incidental Accessory Occupancies. Table Increase the separation for Group I Revise the provisions for horizontal separation of buildings , Provide for special height increases for Group R-1 occupancies Provide new provisions for multiple buildings above Group S-2 parking. Chapter 6: Types of Construction Clarify the scope of Chapter 6 with regard to the applicable provisions for Permit FRTW in Type IB construction. Chapter 7: Fire and Smoke Protection Features Add provisions for identification of fire and smoke separation walls. 704 Clarify the fire-resistance ratings of structural members Clarify the impact protection for concrete columns Provide requirements for sprayed fire-resistant materials Clarify the provisions for projections Clarify the fire exposure rating for fire-resistance exterior walls. Table This table was formatted to be consistent with the criteria of Table Delete the minimum requirement for 4-hr fire wall and defer such requirement to Section 706. Table Delete footnote regarding 4-hr fire wall Provide for requirements specific to fire wall intersection at exterior walls Clarify separation of fire areas based on the most restrictive occupancy. 5

6 708.2 Clarify shaft enclosure exceptions Clarify the elevator lobby protection for Group I-2 in a similar manner to that of Group I-3 and high-rise buildings Add new exception for other than dwelling units or sleeping units from tenant separation when a building is protected by a complete automatic sprinkler system Clarify the requirements for horizontal smoke barrios when contain opening Add provisions for exterior curtain wall/nonfire-resistance rated floor assembly intersection Add specific requirements for protection of air openings in rated exterior walls. Chapter 8: Interior Finishes Note: This chapter was reformatted to clarify applications specific to interior finishes Modify the standard for thin interior finishes Establish minimum testing standard for Site-Fabricated Stretch System Revise classification for floor covering materials in Group I-1 Occupancies. Chapter 9: Fire-Protection Systems Revise the definition for Fire Area to address unclosed floor area Reduce the threshold at which the fire area in Group E Occupancies required to be sprinklered from 2000 to 12,000 SF Require sprinkler systems in Group M occupancy used for the display and sale of upholstered furniture Clarify the sprinkler requirement for Group S-2 enclosed parking garages Clarify the provisions for stories without adequate exterior openings Clarify the requirement for sprinkler protection of residential balconies and decks Extend the applications of NFPA 13D to townhouses. 906 Added to address portable fire extinguishers Clarify the requirements for manual fire alarm box in Group R Add new provisions for special inspection and test requirements as per the IBC. 913 Clarify the separation requirements for protection of fire pump rooms. 914 Add provisions for emergency responder safety features. 6

7 Revise the provisions for carbon monoxide protection. Chapter 10: Means of Egress Add definitions for means of egress terms Revise provisions for horizontal projections for consistency with the IBC Revise provisions for elevation change as per the IBC Eliminated Table Egress width per occupant served / Clarify the door hardware encroachment into egress width Provide new exception for building that are 400 square feet or less in area Allow manually operated horizontal sliding doors as a means of egress element under limited conditions Provide for exceptions specific to manually operated edge- or surface mounted bolt locks Provide for special locking conditions for Group I Add provisions for use of electromagnetically locked egress doors as part of mean of egress Add an exception for outdoor gates from residential and commercial swimming pools or swimming pool decks Add listing requirement for panic hardware Add an exception for R-3, R-2 and Group U as per the IBC Clarify the application of open risers in industrial occupancies Revise clear width of spiral stairways Clarify the requirements for handrails in Group R-2 and R Revise provisions for access to the roof for consistency with the IBC Add provision for roof access to elevator equipment via stairway Clarify the minimum height for curbs used as edge protection at ramps Revise exist sign provisions as per the IBC Require specific exit sign locations Require listing and labeling of internally illuminated exist signs Modify handrail height for alternating tread devices. 7

8 Add criteria for handrail graspability Revise provisions for handrail continuity for consistency with the IBC Revise provisions for intermediate handrails for consistency with the IBC Clarify the required locations for guards. Reference HVHZ s provisions for guards Clarify minimum guard height at fixed seating Clarify opening limitations in the upper portion of guards Clarify the provisions for common path of egress travel in Group R Modify the threshold occupant load for single means of egress from Group R-2 Units Clarify measurement of travel distance to include unenclosed exit access stairways Eliminate travel distance increase for roof vents. Table Revise criteria for corridor fire-resistance rating applicable to Occupancy Group A Revise the maximum length of dead ends in corridors for buildings with automatic sprinkler system /Table Clarify the provisions for single exists from individual stories Clarify the fire-resistance rating required for exit enclosures Add new criteria for luminous egress path markings Clarify the egress requirements for Group E assembly spaces Revise the barrier requirements for egress through Group A-1 Occupancies. Chapter 11 Florida Building Code, Accessibility Note: The Accessibility Code has been updated to the 2010 ADA and moved out of the FBC, Building Volume as a separate sub-code. Chapter 12: Interior Environment Clarify the definition for the term Sunroom Modify the requirement for wall base finish materials Revise the criteria for walls and partitions within 2 feet of urinals for consistency with the I-Code. Chapter 13: Florida Building Code, Energy Conservation Note: The Energy Code has been updated to the 2009 IECC and moved out of the FBC, Building Volume as a separate sub-code. 8

9 Chapter 14: Exterior Walls /1408 Revise provisions for Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) Revise water protection provisions for consistency with I-Code Revise flood resistance criteria Clarify the water-resistive barrier provisions with regard to exterior walls of frame construction receiving veneers Modify testing criteria for AAMA Add new section to clarify the labeling criteria for manufactured soffit materials Revise compliance provisions for fiber-cement siding for consistency with the I-Code Revise the criteria for installation of wood veneers as per the I-Code Modify limitation of use for TMS 402/ACI 530/ASCE 5 with respect to high-wind areas Add new provisions for installation of terra cotta/ceramic units consistent of those of the I-Code Correlate provisions with 2010 ASCE Add new provisions for application of vinyl siding as per the I-Code. Chapter 15: Roof Assemblies and Rooftop Add new definition for Building integrated photovoltaic roofing Revise provisions for crickets and saddles for consistency with I-Code Add new provisions specific labeling requirements for photovoltaic systems. Table Correlate classification of asphalt shingle with ASCE Revise the criteria for open valleys Revise specification for overlap of drip edge / / / / / Revise provisions to reference RAS 118, 119 or 120 and correlate with ASCE Add new provisions for installation and testing of building integrated photovoltaic roofing shingles Add provisions for roof gardens and landscaped roofs Clarify the provisions for penthouses Clarify the use of fire-retardant-treated wood in penthouses. 9

10 Chapter 16: Structural Design Modify definition for risk category. Add notations for Vasd and Vult. 1602/Table Modify live loads for decks and balconies Correlate provisions with ASCE Correlate provisions with ASCE Revise loading conditions on cantilevered decks Add load combination to address stability analysis Revise load combination for consistency with ASCE Revise load reduction provisions for clarity. Figure 1609 Revise wind speed map(s) for consistency with ASCE Allowable stress increase for design of handrails and guards was deleted Revise criteria for bumper load application Clarify the live load design for special-purpose roofs / Add a new simplified wind design method Alternate All-height Method Adopt by reference the 2008 ICC 600 Residential Construction in High-wind Regions. Adopt by reference the latest edition 2010 of ASCE Delete section for consistency with ASCE Limit the application of wood structural panels as an impact covering to Group R-3 or R-4 occupancy. Add clarification for exterior balconies with regard to opening protection Modify ASTM E 1996 for consistency with ASCE Reference AMCA 540 as testing standard for louvers Revise testing criteria for impact resistant covering for consistency with ASCE Provide correlation for testing to allowable or nominal loads Revise definition for Wind-Borne Debris Region Revise the definition for Basic wind speed for consistency with ASCE Revise provisions for wind speed conversions for consistency with ASCE Table Revise Equivalent basic wind speed for consistency with ASCE

11 Add definition for Surface roughness D and revise definition for Surface roughness C for consistency with ASCE Revise Exposure categories for consistency with ASCE and add new exposure D Add new provisions for calculating lateral force on rooftop structures and equipment Add Table providing cross reference for flood resistant provisions within the FBC Add new definition for Local Floodplain Management Ordinance Revised to reference local floodplain management ordinance Revised to clarify the provisions for design of foundation walls Add new provisions for structural integrity of high-rise buildings Reformat to combine Sections 1612, 1613, and 1614 with Revise to clarify load combination with flood load Correlate wind speed with that of ASCE Add new provisions to clarify determination of lateral force on rooftop structures and equipment Add new provision permitting the use of AAF Guide in high wind areas. Table Correlate table with ASCE (h) Add new provision to clarify protection of openings for exterior balconies or porches. Chapter 17: Structural Tests and Special Inspections Revise provisions for consistency with ASCE Revise to reference tubular daylight devices as unit skylights Reference new testing standard for glazed curtain wall and storefront systems Add new provisions for soffit product approval and installation Revise testing standard for joist hangers and connectors. Chapter 18: Soil and Foundations /1808 Clarify provisions for design of footings and foundations Reformat provisions for deep foundations to resolve conflicts. 1803/1804 Clarify the update provisions for geotechnical investigations, excavations, and fill. 11

12 1807 Clarify the analysis for sliding of retaining walls Add new provisions for helical pile foundations. Chapter 19: Concrete 1904/1907 Clarify provisions for concrete design and construction in accordance with ACI Revise provisions for consistency with ASCE Chapter 20: Aluminum Add provisions for design of purlins. Table Revise table for consistency with ASCE Modify AAMA 2100 to clarify the wind design provisions for sunroom Add new provisions for design and construction of sunrooms in HVHZ. Chapter 21: Masonry / Reformat for consistency with MSJC Modify provisions to clarify specification for lap splices Modify ACI 530 with regard to the determination of development bars / Revise certain provisions of ACI 530 with regard to plan review and inspections and required development length of reinforcement Update reinforcement for masonry walls This section was revised extensively. Chapter 22: Steel Update the design of cold-formed steel structural members to AISI S Add new standard for steel decks Update provisions of cold-formed steel light-framed construction to the latest edition of AISI standards Update provisions for trusses as per AISI S214. Chapter 23: Wood Reference new Standard ICC -400 for design and construction of log structures /Table Clarify the provisions for wood structural panel sheathing used to resist wind loads. 12

13 Table Revise Item 31, Wood structural panels and particleboard, for consistency with ASCE Clarify provisions for fasteners in preservative-treated and fire-retardant-treated wood Clarify provisions for vertical clearance at wood siding Revise provisions for termite protection as per the I-Code Delete provisions for design of wood structures and defer SDPWS. Table Clarification to allowable shear values were made for consistency with AF&PA Add reference to AF&PA SDPWS Clarify provisions for maximum floor-to-floor and stud height. Revise design limitations of this section for consistency with ASCE Clarify provisions for braced line connections Clarify the requirements for continuous studs. Table Revise table for correlation with ASCE Update several standards to latest editions. Chapter 24: Glass and Glazing Revise to reference tubular daylighting devices Reference ANSI Z97.1 as an alternative standard for impact tests for safety glazing materials Clarify when comparative analysis is acceptable means of evaluation for fixed glazing Clarify the provisions for safety glazing with respect to exterior lite of glass. Chapter 25: Gypsum Board and Plaster Revise to update standards for gypsum wallboard and fire resistance. Chapter 26: Plastic No highlight changes Chapter 27: Electrical Section 2705 Delete exception for one-and-two-family dwelling from GFCI protection for pool pumps motors. Chapter 30: Elevators and Conveying Systems Clarify that existing elevators must comply with ASME A

14 Revise definition for Alteration Clarify the special design specification for elevator car to accommodate an ambulance stretcher Add new provision which address update to existing elevators for Phase II Firefighters Service Revise alteration provisions for electric and hydraulic elevators and escalators Add new requirements for fire service access elevator Add new provisions for addressing occupant evacuation elevators. Chapter 31: Special Construction Revise provisions for airport noise study guidelines. Chapter 32: Encroachments into the Public Right-of-way. No highlight changes Chapter 33: Safeguards during Construction. No highlight changes Chapter 34: Existing Structures. No highlight changes Chapter 35: Referenced Standards. Note: Several standards were added or updated FLORIDA BUILDING CODE - RESIDENTIAL Highlight of important changes in the 2010 Florida Building Code, Residential Note: Text highlighted in blue represent Florida specific changes. Text highlighted in black represent ICC specific changes. Chapter 1: Scope and Administration R101.2 Revise provision to replace grade with Grade plane. Add new exception for live/work units. Also, revise section for consistency with the IRC. Chapter 2: Definition Clarify/add new definition for the following terms: Attic, Habitable attic, labeled, listed, Structural insulated panel SIP. Also, the following terms were revised or added: Addition, basic wind speed, building integrated photovoltaic roofing, floodplain management ordinance, hurricane-prone regions, means of escape, sunroom, and wind-borne debris region. Chapter 3: Building Planning 14

15 R301.1 Clarify exception with regard to flood provisions. R Add ICC 400 as an alternative standard and update standard for cold-framing steel framing to AISI S230. R Update design criteria to include provisions for SIP, reference ICC-600. Correlate section with ASCE Update MAF Guide to concrete and the WFCM Guide to Wood Construction in High Wind Areas. Table R301.2 (1) Revise footnote to address flood provisions. Table R301.2 (2) Revise to correlate with ASCE and missing footnotes. Figure R301.2 (4) Update wind map for consistency with ASCE Table R301.2 (4) Correlate table with ASCE R Add new provision to clarify wind loads determination on rooftop structures and equipment. R Add new provision to address protection of ventilation openings in exterior wall of buildings located in WBDR. R Add modification to ASTM E 1996 for consistency with ASCE Table R Revise fastening schedule for wood structural panels. R Revise wind speed conversion for consistency with ASCE R Revise criteria for surface roughness and add surface roughness D as per ASCE R Revise exposures categories and add Exposures D for consistency with ASCE R Add new provision to clarify testing to allowable or nominal loads. R301.3 Revise the threshold for story height. Table R301.5 Revise the minimum uniformly distributed live load for balconies. R302.1/Table R302.1 Reformat and regroup provisions related to fire separation, penetrations and other fire-resistance requirements under one section. Require testing for rating of fire separation. Provide exception for fire separation specific to buildings on the same lot. Add a new exception screen enclosure walls of insect screening. R302.2 Clarify the fire resistant rating for common rated wall in townhouses. R302.3 Add exception for screen enclosure wall of insect screening from the separation requirement for two-family dwellings. R302.4 Reformatted to include rated penetration provisions. R302.5 Reformatted to include provisions for garage opening and penetration. R302.6/Table R302.6 add table for Dwelling/Garage Separation. R305.1 Revise maximum ceiling height. R /R308.3 Reference ANSI Z97.1 as an alternative testing procedure. 15

16 R308.4 Reformat provisions for hazardous locations requiring safety glazing. R Add new definition for Tubular Daylighting Device (TDD). R310.1 Add habitable attics as requiring emergency escape and rescue openings. R311 Reformat means of egress requirements. R311.2 Add exception for building that are 400 square feet or less from the door height and width requirements. R Clarify the measurement of stairway headroom. R /R Clarify the requirements for stair treads and risers. R Revise the handrail height at transition fittings. R312 Clarify measurements for guards. R313 Delete provisions for automatic fire sprinklers. R314 Reorganize and clarify provisions for smoke alarms. R315 Revise the requirements for carbon monoxide alarms. R317.1 Revise locations for protection against decay. R317.3 Clarify the requirements for fasteners and connectors in contact with treated wood. R317.4 New provisions was added for wood/plastic composites. R319.1 Add provisions for address numbers. R322 Add requirements for flood-resistant construction. R323 Add ICC 500 for storm shelters. R324 Revise the provisions for Airport Noise. Chapter 4: Foundation R401.3 Clarify the requirement for drainage. R401.4 Clarify the requirements for soil tests. R402.3 Revise the provisions for precast concrete. R403.4 Add specific requirements for crushed stone footings. R Clarify the compression strength of concrete. R407.3 Add specification for steel columns. 16

17 R408.1/R408.2 Revise the criteria for under floor space ventilation. Chapter 5: Floors R502 Revise to remove all provisions that are not applicable to high wind areas. R505 Deleted. Chapter 6: Wall Construction R602 Revise to remove all provisions that are not applicable to high wind areas. R603 Deleted. R Add new section stack bond. R Clarify criteria for joint bearing. R Clarify criteria for providing cleanouts. R613 Revise provisions for consistency with ASCE and to remove criteria for snow loads. R616 Add new provisions for soffit product approval and installation. Chapter 7: Wall Covering R703/Table R703.4 Add wind resistance requirements and clarify the water barrier requirements for exterior walls. R Add corrosion resistance requirements for protection of lintels. R Clarify masonry veneer anchorage. R /R Add specific requirements for installation of vinyl siding including soffit. R703.8 Clarify flashing requirements for exterior window and door openings. R Revise requirements for panel siding and lap siding for consistency with IRC. R Clarify installation standard for vinyl siding. Chapter 8: Roof-Ceiling Construction Table R (1) Correlate table with ASCE R802 Revise to remove provisions that are not applicable to high wind areas. R804 Deleted. R806.4 Clarify provisions for unvented attic assemblies. Chapter 9: Roof Assemblies 17

18 R905.2 Clarify attachment and wind-resistance of asphalt shingle. Table R Correlate wind resistance of asphalt shingles with ASCE R905 Revise to reference RAS 118, 119 or 120 and correlate section with ASCE R Add new provisions for building integrated photovoltaic roofing modules/shingles. R Revise the installation instruction for wood shake. Chapter 10: Chimneys and Fire Places R1001/R1003 Revise the installation specification for masonry fireplaces and chimneys. Chapter 11: Energy Conservation Note: Provisions of this chapter were deleted and compliance was deferred to the Florida Building Code, Energy Conservation. Chapter 12: Mechanical Administration (No highlight changes) Chapter 13: General Mechanical System Requirements M /M reformate requirements for ground clearance for appliances under one section. M Expand the requirements for protection from vehicle impact damage to more locations. Chapter 14: Heating and Cooling Equipment (No highlight changes) Chapter 15: Exhaust System M1502 Clarify the requirements for installation of clothes dryer exhaust. Chapter 16: Duct Systems R1601 This section was revised extensively for consistency with the FBC, Energy Conservation. M Provide requirements for independent garage HVAC systems. M Add provisions to prohibit unconditioned attics and crawl spaces as source for outdoor and return air for HVAC systems. Chapter 17: Combustion Air M1701 Revised extensively. Chapter 18: Chimneys and Vents (No highlight changes) Chapter 19: Special Fuel-Burning Equipment (No highlight changes) Chapter 20: Boilers and Water Heaters (No highlight changes) Chapter 21: Hydronic Piping 18

19 M Add requirements for thermal barrier for hydronic floor heating systems. M2104/Table Expand materials acceptable for hydronic piping. Chapter 22: Special Piping and Storage Systems (No highlight changes) Chapter 23: Solar Systems (No highlight changes) Chapter 24: Fuel Gas G /G Clarify appliance installation in garages so as not to exert undue strain on the connections. G Prohibit underground penetration of gas piping. G Revise requirements for piping in solid floors. G Revise requirements for piping underground beneath buildings. G Revise valve isolation for consistency with IRC. G Clarify the location requirements for appliance shutoff valve. G Revise minimum length of connections. G Clarify the requirements for clothes dryer ducts. G Add requirements for vertical clearance above cooking top. Chapter 25: Plumbing Administration (No highlight changes) Chapter 26: General Plumbing Requirements P Revise to reference AISI 230 for drilling and notching. Chapter 27: Plumbing Fixtures P Revise provisions for installation of fixtures. P Clarify permitted locations for floor drains. Chapter 28: Water Heaters (No highlight changes) Chapter 29: Water Supply and Distribution P Clarify the requirements for cleanout at the base of stacks. P3108.1/P Clarify provisions for wet venting. Chapter 30: Sanitary Drainage (No highlight changes) Chapter 41: Swimming Pools 19

20 R Add new provisions for flood hazard areas. Chapter 44: High-Velocity Hurricane Zones R Add definition for Building Integrated Photovoltaic Roofing. R Add new criteria for fasteners. R Clarify the definition for tin caps and nails. R Add new requirements for building integrated photovoltaic roofing modules. R Clarify examination of steel decks. R Clarify the application of elastomeric coating over existing asphalt shingles. R Add new exception for attic space designed by a PE. R Clarify installation of fasteners, membrane fasteners and stress plates. R Add new exception for attic space designed by a PE. R Clarify load combination with respect to flood load. R Correlate wind loads with ASCE R Add new provisions for sunrooms construction. R Provide an exception for screen enclosures constructed in accordance of AAF Guide to Aluminum Construction in High Wind Areas. R Add new provisions for wind breakers. R Add new provisions for flood resistance. R Revise provisions for reinforced unit masonry extensively. R4408 Update standards for steel construction. R Update standards for wood construction. R Clarify the use of comparative analysis for product approval of fixed glazing. R Update standards for gypsum board products. Highlight of important changes in the 2010 Florida Building Code, Plumbing Note: Text highlighted in blue represent Florida specific changes. 20

21 Text highlighted in black represent ICC specific changes. Chapter 1: Administration No highlight changes Chapter 2: Definition The following terms were revised: Depth of water seal. Chapter 3: General Regulations Revise provisions for protection against physical and provide specific thickness for required pan Revise flood hazard provision to reference section of the FBC, Building Add specific testing criteria for shower liner. Chapter 4: Fixtures, Faucets and Fixtures Fittings Table Revise the minimum number of required plumbing fixtures for Group I-4; modify minimum number of required plumbing fixtures for Assembly A-4 and A-5; and revise the minimum number of required plumbing fixtures for structures with an occupant load of 15 or fewer / Clarify the method for calculating fixture count for each sex / Clarify the required access route for required public toilet facilities Add new provisions for directional signage. 404 Delete accessibility provisions and defer to the FBC, Accessibility Revise to provide clear prohibited locations for drinking fountains Clarify the access location for floor drains Revise the connection criteria for commercial food waste grinder waste outlets / Provide for CSA B125.3 as performance criteria for tempered water for public hand-washing facilities, whirlpool bathtub valves, and fill valves / Add criteria for shower lining and sheet-applied, load bearing, bonded, waterproof membranes Add standard for the inclusion of Vitreous China Non-Water Urinals. Chapter 5: Water Heaters Add criteria for clearances for maintenance and replacement Clarify requirements for discharge piping Revise provisions for protection against physical and provide specific thickness for required pan. 21

22 Chapter 6: Water Supply and Distribution Table Clarify water distribution system design criteria. Table 605.3/605.4 Revise materials for water service pipe and water distribution pipe. Table Revise materials for water distribution pipe. Table Revise materials for pipe fittings Clarify mechanical joints (PEX) installation Provide performance standard for Dielectric pipe unions. Table Add CSA B125.3 as performance criteria for application of backflow preventers Clarify that valves and outlets prohibited below grade / Clarify the marking for potable and non-potable water lines / Add provisions for protection of backflow preventers and relief port piping. Chapter 7: Sanitary Drainage Revise provisions for sewer to clarify connection to specific sewage system. Tables / Add performance standard for Polyvinylidene Fluoride Plastic Dead ends. Deleted. Table Revise drainage fixture for fixtures and groups specific to shower drains Add new section for Clearwater waste receptors. Chapter 8: Indirect/Special Waste 802.1/ Add provisions for food utensils, dishes, and pots and pans sinks. Chapter 9: Vents Modify vent stack requirements Revise the criteria for horizontal went vent permitted / / Clarify the applications for dry vent connection and horizontal wet vent Revise prohibited installation criteria for air admittance valves. Chapter 10: Tarps, Interceptors, and Separators Clarify the criteria for trap seals. 22

23 1003 Clarify provisions for sizing grease interceptors specific to onsite sewage Clarify sizing requirements for grease interceptors and automatic grease removal devices. Chapter 11: Storm Drainage Clarify requirements for backwater valves. Table / Add performance standard for Polyethylene (PE) plastic pipe. Chapter 12: Special Piping and Storage No highlight changes Chapter 13: Referenced Standards Certain standards were updated. Appendix E: Sizing of Water Piping Systems E202.1 add new table for determining volume of piping system to address green building issues. Highlight of important changes in the 2010 Florida Building Code, Mechanical Note: Text highlighted in blue represent Florida specific changes. Text highlighted in black represent ICC specific changes. Chapter 1: Administration (No highlight changes) Chapter 2: Definitions Revise the following definitions: Air conditioning, Air distribution system, Chapter 3: General Regulation Revise flood provisions to reference Section of the FBC, Building Revise criteria for appliance installation in public garages Revise criteria for clearance from grade for appliances Revise access criteria for equipment and appliances on roof or elevated structures /Table Add new criteria for condensate drain sizing. Chapter 4: Ventilation Clarify the applications of ventilation and exhaust systems Revise Section to reference of the FBC, Building. 23

24 401.5 Revise intake opening protection to reference AMCA Delete provisions for bathrooms natural ventilation. 403 Revise the criteria for mechanical ventilation Revise the criteria for outdoor airflow /Table Revise outdoor air flow rate/minimum ventilation rates Revise criteria for system outdoor airflow. Chapter 5: Exhaust Systems Clarify the applications of ventilation and exhaust systems Revise flood provisions to reference section of the FBC, Building Revise provisions for exhaust opening protection to reference AMCA Standard Revise the criteria for pressure equalization to include R-2 occupancies Revise the requirements for domestic clothes dryer ducts Add new criteria for common exhaust systems for clothes dryers located in multi-story structures Add new requirements for when makeup air is required Revise the access criteria for grease duct cleanouts and other openings Revise criteria for grease duct enclosures Add new criteria for type II termination specific to Type II commercial kitchen hood exhaust / Clarify the requirements for Type I and Type II hoods Clarify clearances for Type I Hood. Chapter 6: Duct Systems Revise provisions for flood hazard to reference section of the FBC, Building. 603 This section was revised extensively for consistency with the FBC, Energy Conservation Revise minimum fasteners requirements for metallic ducts Clarify the requirements for supervision of smoke detection system Revise the requirements for dampers for duct and air transfer openings. Chapter 7: Combustion Air 24

25 701.1 Section deleted. Chapter 8: Chimneys and Vents / / Clarify the requirements for chimneys and vents. Chapter 9: Specific Appliances, Fireplaces, and Solid Fuel-Burning Equipment Revise prohibited sources of outdoor or return air for forced-air warm air furnaces. Chapter 10: Boilers, Water Heaters and Pressure Vessels Revise provision to reference ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code for consistency with the IMC. Chapter 11: Refrigeration Add requirements for locking access port caps. Table Revise refrigerant classification Revise the criteria for when machinery rooms are not required Add criteria for refrigerant piping locations. Chapter 12: Hydronic Piping /Table /1202.5/ / / / Add new criteria for design and installation of hydronic piping systems Add requirements for thermal barrier specific to hydronic radiant floor heating systems. Chapter 13: Fuel Oil Piping and Storage (No highlight changes) Chapter 14: Solar Systems (No highlight changes) Chapter 15: Referenced Standards (No highlight changes) Highlight of important changes in the 2010 Florida Building Code, Fuel Gas Note: Text highlighted in blue represent Florida specific changes. Text highlighted in black represent ICC specific changes. Chapter 1: Administration (No highlight changes) Chapter 2: Definition Definitions of the following terms were revised: Appliance and equipment. 25

26 Chapter 3: General Regulations Revise to reference flood provision of Section of FBC, Building /306.4 Revise access requirement for appliances in attics and under floors. Chapter 4: Gas Piping Installation Clarify requirements for fuel gas piping prohibited locations Add new section to clarify the prohibition for fuel gas penetrating a foundation wall Clarify the requirements for installation of piping in solid floors Add new section for pipe isolation Revise the criteria for sediment trap Reformatted to clarify appliance shutoff valve requirements Clarify the maximum length of connectors. Chapter 5: Chimneys and Vents (No highlight changes) Chapter 6: Specific Appliances Clarify the requirements for domestic clothes dryer ducts. Chapter 7: Gaseous Hydrogen Systems (No highlight changes) Chapter 8: Referenced Standards (No highlight changes) ENERGY CODE REPORT FOR EXISTING BUILDING REPLACEMENT SYSTEMS SUBJECT BUILDING SYSTEMS 1,2,3 HVAC equipment replacement Duct sealing RENOVATION 3 /ALTERATION Residential: At the time of total replacement of HVAC evaporators and condensing units, all accessible (min. 30 clearance) joints and seams in the air distribution system shall be inspected and sealed where needed; certified by contractor. 1. Inspection through observation. 2. Investigation or testing is not required. 3. Only joints and seams that are observed to need sealing (i.e. loose joints) should be sealed. 26

27 Commercial/Residential: This provision does not apply to partial replacement of equipment (i.e. where the air distribution system is not independent to the partial replacement of equipment). An HVAC system includes all components connected by a joint air distribution system. Equipment sizing calculation An a/c contractor or licensed Florida PE shall submit a nationally recognized method based sizing calculation to the code official at the time of permit application for total replacement of the condensing and evaporator components of HVAC systems in accordance with Florida law and the provisions of Sec or Residential: 1. Several recognized sizing calculation methods for existing buildings are available from HVAC equipment manufacturers and ACCA accredited software that are subject to approval by the code official. 2. Per Section of the FBC-EB, original systems installed on buildings constructed under the 1993 Energy Code or later have already been sized for the building and, without changes to the building, may be assumed to have been sized per code. 3. If a copy of a previous sizing calculation is provided, it is deemed to meet code. Duct insulation levels Matched indoor/outdoor units Duct testing RENOVATIONS 1,5,7 Commercial/Residential: This provision does not apply to partial replacement of equipment (i.e. where the air distribution system is not independent to the partial replacement of equipment). An HVAC system includes all components connected by a joint air distribution system. Residential: Section requires ducts located in attics or on roofs to be insulated to a minimum of R-8. Tables and (Prescriptive method) require ducts to be R-6 and located in conditioned space. Section (Performance method) requires all supply and return ducts not completely inside the building thermal envelope to be insulated to at least R-6. Ergo: R-8 isn t a minimum code requirement. Matched systems may be verified by one of the following means. 1. AHRI data 2. Accredited laboratory 3. Letter from the equipment manufacturer 4. Letter from registered Florida professional engineer 5. Load sizing or duct inspection is not required Residential Replacement or extension of an existing air distribution system is not required to be tested. Pool filtration pumps 6 If cost of job exceeds 30% of assessed value of pool structure, meet Sec requirements If cost of job does not exceed 30% of assessed value of pool structure, does not have to meet Energy Code requirements. In general, Florida law trumps what s in the code. Florida law has been incorporated into the FBC-Energy Conservation in Table

28 1. Section , Florida Statutes, Applicability, states: This part shall apply to all new and renovated buildings in the state, except exempted buildings, for which building permits are obtained after March 15, 1979, and to the installation or replacement of building systems and components with new products for which thermal efficiency standards are set by the Florida Energy Efficiency Code for Building Construction. [NOTE: 2 clauses] 2. Section of the FBC-Energy Conservation, states: Thermal efficiency standards are set for the following building systems where new products are installed or replaced in existing building and for which a permit must be obtained. New products shall meet the minimum efficiencies allowed by this code for the following systems: Heating, ventilating or air conditioning systems; Service water or pool heating systems; Electrical systems and motors; Lighting systems. 3. Section 202 of the FBC-EC defines HVAC SYSTEM as The equipment, distribution systems, and terminals that provide, either collectively or individually, the processes of heating, ventilating, or air conditioning to a building or portion of a building. It further defines a SYSTEM as A combination of equipment and auxiliary devices (e.g., controls, accessories, interconnecting means, and terminal elements) by which energy is transformed so it performs a specific function such as HVAC, service water heating, or lighting. Commercial buildings where the system is comprised of multiple air handlers, chillers, evaporators and/or condensers do not constitute replacement of the building system with new products unless the whole system is replaced. 4. Sec.101.5, FBC-Existing Building, provides the following exception for repairs and alterations: Subject to the approval of the code official, alterations complying with the laws in existence at the time building or the affected portion of the building was built shall be considered in compliance with the provisions of this code unless the building is undergoing more than a limited structural alteration. 5. Sec , Florida Statutes, defines RENOVATED BUILDING as a residential or nonresidential building undergoing alteration that varies or changes insulation, HVAC systems, water heating systems, or exterior envelope conditions, provided the estimated cost of renovation exceeds 30 percent of the assessed value of the structure. Section 202 of the FBC-Energy Conservation, further clarifies that the cost shall be cumulative over a 1 year period. 6. Pool filtration pumps are not a pool heating system. 7. An existing building or portion thereof may not be altered such that the building becomes less energy efficient than its existing condition. 8. FORM Ducts & AHU installed substantially leak free per Section Test by Class 1 BERS rater required. Exception: Ducts installed onto an existing air distribution system as part of an addition or renovation; duct must be R-6 installed per Sec Florida Building Code - Highlight of changes affecting elevators 2010 Florida Building Code, Building High-rise building that have an occupied floor level more than 120 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access must now be provided with at least one elevator specifically designed for fire department access Elevators in high-rise buildings are now permitted to be used for occupant self-evacuation where in compliance with the conditions established in section A fire service access elevator using key features to assist firefighters in access and rescue operations is now required in high-rise buildings with an occupied floor more than 120 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access. 28