Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 110 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AFFAIRS › Chapter 110-11 - GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD CODES › Subject 110-11-1 - GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD CODES › Rule 110-11-1-.20 - Adoption of Georgia Amendments to the 2006 International Building Code, 2006 International Residenti Code for One- and Two- Family Dwellings, 2006 International Plumbing Code, 2006 International Mechanical Code, 2006 International Fuel Gas Code and 2006 International Fire Code, effective January 1, 2010

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Georgia State Amendments to the
							 International Residential
Code for One- and
							 Two-
Family Dwellings
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							 Affairs
Planning and Environmental Management
							 Division
60 Executive Park South, N.E.
Atlanta, Georgia 30329-2231
(404) 679-3118
www.dca.ga.gov
Revised January 1,
							 2010
GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD
ONE AND TWO FAMILY DWELLING CODE
(INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE FOR
ONE- AND TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS
WITH GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS)
The INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE FOR ONE- AND TWO-FAMILY
				  DWELLINGS, 2006 Edition, published by the International Code Council, when used
				  in conjunction with these Georgia State Amendments and all other Georgia State
				  Amendments to the INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE FOR ONE- AND TWO-FAMILY
				  DWELLINGS, 2006 Edition, shall constitute the official
Georgia State
				  Minimum Standard One and Two Family Dwelling Code
.
Part IV, Energy Conservation (Chapter 11), is deleted from
				  the INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE FOR ONE- AND TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS.
				  Substitute all references to Chapter 11 ENERGY EFFICIENCY with references to
				  the
Georgia
State Minimum Standard Energy Code (IECC
				  with Georgia State Supplements and Amendments).
Part VII, Plumbing (Chapters 25 through 32), is deleted from
				  the INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE FOR ONE- AND TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS.
				  Substitute for plumbing requirements the
Georgia State Minimum Standard
				  Plumbing Code
(
International Plumbing Code with Georgia State
				  Amendments
).
Part VIII, Electrical (Chapters 33 through 42), is deleted
				  from the INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE FOR ONE- AND TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS.
				  Substitute for electrical requirements the
Georgia State Minimum
				  Standard Electrical Code
(
National Electrical Code with
				  Georgia State Amendments
).
GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS
CODE REFERENCE:
(a) Replace all references to the ICC
Electrical
				  Code
with references to the
Georgia
State
				  Minimum Standard Electrical Code (National Electrical Code with Georgia State
				  Amendments)
.
(b) Replace all references to the
International
				  Energy Conservation Code
(
IECC
) with references to
				  the
Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code
(
IECC
				  with Georgia State Supplements and Amendments
). The
Georgia
				  State Minimum Standard Energy Code
shall be used for heating and air
				  conditioning equipment.
SCOPE:
The provisions of the
GeorgiaState Minimum Standard
				  One and Two Family Dwelling Code
shall apply to the construction,
				  alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and
				  occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of detached one- and
				  two-family dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings (townhouses) not more
				  than three stories in height with separate means of egress and their accessory
				  structures.
APPENDICES:
Appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically
				  referenced in the body of the code or adopted by the Department of Community
				  Affairs or the authority having jurisdiction.
GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR BOILERS/WATER HEATERS
				  AND PRESSURE VESSELS
The State's minimum requirements for boilers/water heaters
				  and pressure vessels over 200,000 BTU/h (58.61 kW), 210 degrees Fahrenheit or
				  120 gallons capacity shall be established by O.C.G.A. Title 34, Chapter 11 and
				  the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Department of Labor.
*Revise the International Residential Code for One-
				  and Two-Family Dwellings, 2006 Edition, as follows:
CHAPTER 2
DEFINITIONS
SECTION R202
DEFINITIONS
*Add new definition 'Air-Impermeable Insulation' to Section
				  R202 'Definitions' as follows:
AIR-IMPERMEABLE INSULATION.
An insulation having
				  an air permanence equal to or less than 0.02 L/s-m2 at 75 Pa pressure
				  differential tested according to ASTM E 2178 or E 283.
(Effective January 1, 2010)
*Revise definition of 'Townhouse' of the 2009 Georgia
				  Amendment to read as follows:
TOWNHOUSE
. Multiple single-family dwelling
				  units, separately owned, constructed in a group of three or more attached units
				  in which each unit extends from foundation to roof and with a yard or public
				  way onat least two sides.
(Effective January 1, 2010)
CHAPTER 8
ROOF-CEILING CONSTRUCTION
SECTION R806
ROOF VENTILATION
*Delete Section R806.4 'Conditioned attic assemblies' and
				  substitute the following:
R806.4 Unvented attic assemblies.
Unvented
				  attic assemblies (spaces between the ceiling joists of the top story and the
				  roof rafters) shall be permitted if all the following conditions are met:
1. The unvented attic space is completely contained within
				  the building thermal envelope.
2. No interior vapor retarders are installed on the ceiling
				  side (attic floor) of the unvented attic assembly.
3. Where wood shingles or shakes are used, a minimum 1/4 inch
				  (6 mm) vented air space separates the shingles or shakes and the roofing
				  underlayment above the structural sheathing.
4. Either Items a., b. or c. shall be met, depending on the
				  air permeability of the insulation directly under the structural roof
				  sheathing.
a. Air-impermeable insulation only. Insulation shall be
				  applied in direct contact to the underside of the structural roof
				  sheathing.
b. Air-permeable insulation only. In addition to the
				  air-permeable insulation installed directly below the structural sheathing,
				  rigid board or sheet insulation shall be installed directly above the
				  structural roof sheathing as specified in Table R806.4 for condensation
				  control.
c. Air-impermeable and air-permeable insulation. The
				  air-impermeable insulation shall be applied in direct contact to the underside
				  of the structural roof sheathing as specified in Table R806.4 for condensation
				  control. The air-permeable insulation shall be installed directly under the
				  air-impermeable insulation.
TABLE R806.4
INSULATION FOR CONDENSATION CONTROL
CLIMATE ZONE
MINIMUM RIGID BOARD OR
AIR-IMPERMEABLE INSULATION
							 R-VALUE a
2B and 3B tile roof only
0 (none required)
1, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 3C
R-5
4C
R-10
4A, 4B
R-15
5
R-20
6
R-25
7
R-30
8
R-35
a. Contributes to but does not supersede the requirements of
				  the Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code.
(Effective January 1, 2010)
CHAPTER 15
EXHAUST SYSTEMS
SECTION M1502
CLOTHES DRYER EXHAUST
*Revise Section M1502.6 'Duct length' to read as
				  follows:
M1502.6
Duct length.
The maximum length of a
				  clothes dryer exhaust duct shall not exceed 35 feet (10668 mm) from the dryer
				  location to the wall or roof termination. The maximum length of the duct shall
				  be reduced 2.5 feet (762 mm) for each 45-degree (0.79 rad) bend and 5 feet
				  (1524 mm) for each 90-degree (1.57 rad) bend. The maximum length of the exhaust
				  duct does not include the transition duct.
Exception:
Where the make and model of the
				  clothes dryer to be installed is known and the manufacturer's installation
				  instructions for such dryer are provided to the code official, the maximum
				  length of the exhaust duct, including any transition duct, shall be permitted
				  to be in accordance with the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions.
				  Where exhaust ducts are installed in concealed locations, the developed length
				  of the exhaust duct system shall be indicated by permanent labels or tags
				  installed in an observable location.
(Effective January 1, 2010)
CHAPTER 24
FUEL GAS
SECTION G2415 (404)
PIPING SYSTEM INSTALLATION
*Revise Section G2415.1 (404.1) 'Prohibited locations' to
				  read as follows:
G2415.1
(404.1) Prohibited locations.
Piping
				  shall not be installed in or through a ducted supply, return or exhaust,
				  clothes chute, chimney or gas vent, dumbwaiter or elevator shaft. Piping
				  installed downstream of the point of delivery shall not extend through any
				  townhouse unit other than the unit served by such piping.
(Effective January 1, 2010)
SECTION G2420 (409)
GAS SHUTOFF VALVES
*Revise Section G2420.5 (409.5) 'Equipment shutoff valve' to
				  add exception number 2 as follows:
G2420.5 (409.5) Equipment shutoff valve.
Exceptions:
1. Shutoff valves for vented decorative appliances and
				  decorative appliances for installation in vented fireplaces shall not be
				  prohibited from being installed in an area remote from the appliance where such
				  valves are provided with ready access. Such valves shall be permanently
				  identified and shall serve no other equipment.
2. Shutoff valves for ranges/ovens and dryers shall be
				  allowed to be located behind such equipment.
(Effective January 1, 2010)
SECTION G2439 (614)
CLOTHES DRYER EXHAUST
*Revise Section G2439.5.1 (614.6.1) 'Maximum length' to read
				  as follows:
G2439.5.1
(614.6.1) Maximum length.
The maximum
				  length of a clothes dryer exhaust duct shall not exceed 35 feet (10668 mm) from
				  the dryer location to the outlet terminal. The maximum length of the duct shall
				  be reduced 2 1/2 feet (762 mm) for each 45 degree (0.79 rad) bend and 5 feet
				  (1524 mm) for each 90 degree (1.57 rad) bend. The maximum length of the exhaust
				  duct does not include the transition duct.
Exception:
Where the make and model of the
				  clothes dryer to be installed is known and the manufacturer's installation
				  instructions for such dryer are provided to the code official, the maximum
				  length of the exhaust duct, including any transition duct, shall be permitted
				  to be in accordance with the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions.
				  Where exhaust ducts are installed in concealed locations, the developed length
				  of the exhaust duct system shall be indicated by permanent labels or tags
				  installed in an observable location.
(Effective January 1, 2010)
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Revised January 1,
							 2010
GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD BUILDING CODE (INTERNATIONAL
				  BUILDING CODE WITH GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS)
The INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, 2006 Edition, published by
				  the International Code Council, when used in conjunction with these Georgia
				  State Amendments and all other Georgia State Amendments to the INTERNATIONAL
				  BUILDING CODE, 2006 Edition, shall constitute the official
Georgia
				  State Minimum Standard Building Code
.
GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS
CODE REFERENCE:
(a) Replace all references to the ICC
Electrical Code
with references to the
Georgia State Minimum Standard
				  Electrical Code
(
National Electrical Code with Georgia State
				  Amendments
).
(b) Replace all references to the
International
				  Energy Conservation Code
(
IECC
) with references to
				  the
Georgia
State Minimum Standard Energy Code (IECC
				  with Georgia State Supplements and Amendments)
. The
Georgia
				  State Minimum Standard Energy Code
shall be used for efficiency and
				  coefficient of performance ratings of equipment.
APPENDICES:
Appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically
				  referenced in the body of the code or adopted by the Department of Community
				  Affairs or the authority having jurisdiction.
SCOPE:
The provisions of the
Georgia State Minimum Standard
				  Building Code
shall apply to the construction, alteration, movement,
				  enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location,
				  maintenance, removal and demolition of every building or structure or any
				  appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures.
Exception #1:
Detached one- and two-family
				  dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings (townhouses) not more than three
				  stories high with separate means of egress and their accessory structures shall
				  comply with the
Georgia State Minimum Standard One and Two Family
				  Dwelling Code
(
International Residential Code for One- and
				  Two-Family Dwellings with Georgia State Amendments
).
Exception #2:
The following table titled 'Codes
				  Reference Guide' establishes specific primary and supplementary code
				  applications and is to be applied by the authority having jurisdiction.
CODES REFERENCE
							 GUIDE
Area
Primary
Supplement
Occupancy Classification
LSC
IBC
Building Construction Types Including allowable
							 height, allowable building areas, and the requirements for sprinkler protection
							 related to minimum building construction types.
IBC
LSC
Means of Egress
LSC
NONE
Standpipes
IBC
IFC
Interior Finish
LSC
NONE
HVAC Systems
IMC
NONE
Vertical Openings
LSC
NONE
Sprinkler Systems minimum construction
							 standard
LSC
NONE
Fire Alarm Systems
LSC
NONE
Smoke Alarms and Smoke Detection Systems
State Statute and LSC
NONE
Portable Fire Extinguishers
IFC
NONE
Cooking Equipment
LSC and NFPA 96
NONE
Fuel Fired Appliances
IFGC
NFPA 54
Liquid Petroleum Gas
NFPA 58
NFPA 54 or IFGC
Compressed Natural Gas
NFPA 52
NONE
*Revise the International Building Code, 2006
				  Edition, as follows:
CHAPTER 7
FIRE-RESISTANCE-RATED CONSTRUCTION
SECTION 707
SHAFT ENCLOSURES
*Revise Section 707.14.1 'Elevator lobby', exception 9, of
				  the Georgia Amendment revised January 1, 2007 to read as follows:
707.14.1 Elevator Lobby.
Exception:
9. Lobbies are not required where a listed elevator door
				  opening protective device tested in accordance with UL1784 and compliant with
				  ICC ES AC 77, is provided at the hoistway opening other than at the designated
				  primary and alternate floors of elevator return. Written notification provided
				  by installing party be provided to local fire responding party and the Georgia
				  Department of Labor Safety Engineering.
(Effective January 1, 2010)
CHAPTER 16
STRUCTURAL DESIGN
SECTION 1603
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
*Revise and re-title Section 1603.1.8 'Systems and components
				  requiring special inspections for seismic resistance' to read as
				  follows:
1603.1.8
Special inspections statements on
				  construction documents.
The construction documents shall include as a
				  minimum the requirements in Sections 1603.1.8.1 through 1603.1.8.3:
1603.1.8.1
Special inspections statement on
				  construction documents.
The content of the statement of special
				  inspections required in Section 1705.2 shall be shown on the construction
				  documents and shall include as a minimum the following:
1. The materials, systems, components and/or work required to
				  have special inspections or testing by the building official or by the
				  registered design professional responsible for each portion of the work.
2. The type and extent of each special inspection.
3. The type and extent of each test.
4. Additional requirements for special inspection or testing
				  for seismic or wind resistance as specified in Section 1705.3, 1705.4, 1707 or
				  1708.
5. For each type of special inspection, identification as to
				  whether it will be a continuous special inspection or a periodic special
				  inspection.
1603.1.8.2
Final report statement for special
				  inspections.
The construction documents shall contain the following
				  statement:
"Special inspection reports and a final report in accordance
				  with Section 1704.1.2 of the Georgia State Minimum Standard Building Code shall
				  be available at the time the building is approved for occupancy."
1603.1.8.3
Systems and components requiring special
				  inspections for seismic resistance.
Construction documents or
				  specifications shall be prepared for those systems and components requiring
				  special inspection for seismic resistance as specified in Section 1707.1 by the
				  registered design professional responsible for their design and shall be
				  submitted for approval in accordance with Section 107.1. Reference to seismic
				  standards in lieu of detailed drawings is acceptable.
VERIFICATION AND
							 INSPECTIONS
CONTINUOUS
PERIODIC
REFERENCED
							 STANDARD
IBC REFERENCE
12. Inspection of anchors installed in hardened
							 concrete.
----
X
ACI 318:
3.8.6, 8.1.3, 21.2.8
1912.1
(Effective January 1, 2010)
CHAPTER 17
STRUCTURAL TESTS AND SPECIAL INSPECTIONS
SECTION 1704
SPECIAL INSPECTIONS
*Revise Table 1704.4 'Required Verification and Inspection of
				  Concrete Construction' by adding line item 12 as follows:
(Effective January 1, 2010)
*Replace 2007 Georgia Amendment Table 1704.1 'Minimum Special
				  Inspector Qualifications' See pages 7 through 9.
(Effective January 1, 2010)
CHAPTER 30
ELEVATORS AND CONVEYING SYSTEMS
SECTION 3002
HOISTWAY ENCLOSURES
*Revise Section 3002.4 'Elevator car to accommodate ambulance
				  stretcher' to add exception as follows:
3002.4 Elevator car to accommodate ambulance stretcher.
Exception:
Elevators with 50 feet or less of
				  travel serving only one residence of a one- or two-family dwelling or townhouse
				  shall be in compliance with ASME A17.1 as currently adopted and amended by the
				  Georgia Department of Labor.
(Effective January 1, 2010)
CHAPTER 35
REFERENCED STANDARDS
*Revise the 'ACEC/G' reference of the 2007 Georgia Amendment
				  to Chapter 35 'Referenced Standards' to read as follows:
ACEC/G
American Council of Engineering
							 Companies of Georgia
Harris Tower, Suite 700
233 Peachtree Street
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
Standard number reference
Title
Referenced in code section number
ACEC/SEAOG SI GL 01-2009
Georgia Special Inspections
							 Guidelines.................1701.4, 2007GA Amendments
(
http://www.acecga.org/
to download
							 document)
End of Amendments.
TABLE 1704.1 MINIMUM SPECIAL
							 INSPECTOR QUALIFICATIONS
Category of Testing and
							 Inspection
Minimum Qualifications (refer to key at end of
							 Table)
Shop Testing or Inspection
Field Testing or Inspection
Review Submittals
Review Testing, Certification, & Lab
							 Reports
1704.2 Inspection of Fabricators
Pre-cast concrete
A, C, E
Structural steel construction
C, F, G
Wood construction
A
Cold formed metal construction
A
1704.3 & 1707.2 Steel
							 Construction
Testing of welding
G
G
Inspection of welding
C, F
C, F
Material verification of structural steel, High
							 strength bolts, nuts and washers
A
A, C
Material verification of weld filler materials
C, F
High strength bolting, inspection of steel frame
							 joint details
A, C
1704.4 & 1708.3 Concrete
							 Construction
Reinforcing placement, cast-in-place bolts, post
							 installed anchors, concrete and shotcrete placement and curing operations
A, C, H
Pre-stressing steel installation
A, C, D, E
Erection of pre-cast concrete members
A, C, H
Concrete field sampling and testing
A, J
Review certified mill reports and design mixes
A
Verify use of required design mix
A, I, J, H, C
Pre-stressed (pre-tensioned) concrete force
							 application
A, C, E
Post-tensioned concrete force application
A, C, D
Review of in-situ concrete strength, prior to
							 stressing of tendons in post-tensioned concrete and prior to removal of shores
							 and forms from beams and structural slabs
A, C, D,H
Reinforcing steel weldability, reinforcing welding,
							 weld filler material
C, F
Testing of welding of reinforcing steel
G
1704.5 & 1708.1 Masonry
Review f'm  prior to
							 construction
A
Mortar joint construction, grout protection and
							 placement, materials proportion, type/size/location of reinforcement,
							 structural elements, anchorage, and connectors
A, C, K
Sampling/testing of grout/mortar specimens
A, C, L, M
Observe preparation of masonry prisms for testing of
							 compressive strength of masonry,
f'
m
A, C, K, L, M
Inspection of welding of reinforcing steel
C, F
Testing of welding of reinforcing steel
G
1704.7 & 1803 Soils
Observe site preparation, fill placement testing of
							 compaction for compliance with the construction documents for the
							 project
A, C, I, N
Observe test bearing materials below shallow
							 foundations for ability to achieve design bearing capacity
A, C, N, I (Level III)
Review compaction testing for compliance with the
							 construction documents for the project
A
1704.6 Wood Construction
Observe structural panel sheathing, size of framing
							 members, nail or staple diameter and length, number of fastener lines, and
							 spacing of fastener lines and fasteners for compliance with construction
							 documents for the project
A
1704.8, 1704.9 & 1808 Pile and Pier
							 Foundations
Observe installation
A, N
Observe load tests
A
1704.10 Sprayed Fire-Resistant
							 Materials
Observe surface conditions, application, average
							 thickness and density of applied material, and cohesive/adhesive bond
A, C
1704.11 Mastic and intumescent fire-resistant
							 coatings
Observe application compliance with AWCI 12-B
A, C
1704.12 Exterior Insulation and Finish
							 Systems
Inspect EIFS systems
A, B, C, O
1704.13 Special Cases
Work of unusual or special nature
A, B, O
[F] 1704.14 Smoke Control
See Requirements of IBC Section [F] 1704.14.2.
1705, 1707 & 1708 Seismic and Wind
							 Resistance
Periodic inspection of fabrication, installation
							 and/or anchorage of building systems and components
A
KEY:
Georgia Professional Engineer (GA PE)
							 competent in the specific task area or graduate of accredited
							 engineering/engineering technology program under the direct supervision of a GA
							 PE
.
Georgia Registered Architect (GA RA) or graduate of
							 accredited architecture/architecture technology program under the direction of
							 a GA RA.
International Code Council (ICC) Special Inspector
							 Certification specific to the particular material and testing methodology
							 applicable to each Category of Testing and Inspection listed in the
							 table.
Post-tensioning Institute (PTI) Certification, Level
							 2, bonded or unbonded as applicable.
Pre-stressed Concrete Institute (PCI) Certified
							 Inspector.
American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding
							 Inspector (CWI) or AWS Certified Associate Welding Inspector working under the
							 direct on-site supervision of a CWI.
American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT)
							 Level II certification, or a Level III certification if previously certified as
							 a Level II in the particular material and testing methodology applicable to
							 each Category of Testing and Inspection listed in the table.
American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete
							 Construction Special Inspector.
National Institute for Certification in Engineering
							 Technologies (NICET) Level II or higher certification specific to the
							 particular material and testing methodology applicable to each Category of
							 Testing and Inspection listed in the table.
ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician with Grade 1
							 certification.
Georgia Concrete and Products Association (GC&PA)
							 - Masonry Association of Georgia (MAG) Masonry Construction Inspector
							 Certification.
National Concrete Masonry Association (NCMA) Concrete
							 Masonry Testing Procedures certification.
GC&PA - MAG Masonry Testing Technician
							 certification.
NICET Certified Engineering Technologist (CT).
Other Qualified Special Inspector as approved by the
							 Building Official.
Notes:
1.
The Special Inspector shall meet one of
							 the minimum qualifications listed for the applicable Category of Testing and
							 Inspection.
2.
Materials testing shall be done by an
							 Approved Testing Agency meeting the requirements of IBC Section 1703 and ASTM E
							 329.
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Revised January 1,
							 2010
GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD PLUMBING CODE (INTERNATIONAL
				  PLUMBING CODE WITH GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS)
The International Plumbing Code, 2006 Edition, published by
				  the International Code Council, when used in conjunction with these Georgia
				  State Amendments and all other Georgia State Amendments to the International
				  Plumbing Code, 2006 Edition, shall constitute the official
Georgia
State
Minimum Standard
				  Plumbing Code.
GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS
CODE REFERENCE:
(a) Replace all references to the ICC
Electrical Code
with references to the
Georgia State Minimum Standard
				  Electrical Code
(
National Electrical Code with Georgia State
				  Amendments
).
(b) Replace all references to the
International
				  Energy Conservation Code
(
IECC
) with references to
				  the
Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code
(
IECC
with Georgia State Supplements and
				  Amendments
). The
Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code
shall be used for efficiency and coefficient of performance ratings of
				  plumbing equipment.
GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR BOILERS/WATER HEATERS
				  AND PRESSURE VESSELS
The State's minimum requirements for boilers/water heaters
				  and pressure vessels over 200,000 BTU/h (58.61 kW), 210 degrees Fahrenheit or
				  120 gallons capacity shall be established by O.C.G.A. Title 34, Chapter 11 and
				  the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Department of Labor.
*Revise the International Plumbing Code, 2006
				  Edition, as follows:
APPENDIX C
GRAY WATER RECYCLING SYSTEMS
SECTION C102
SYSTEMS FOR FLUSHING WATER
CLOSETS AND URINALS
*Revise first sentence of Section C102.6 'Identification' of
				  the 2009 Georgia Amendment to read as follows:
C102.6
Identification.
Distribution plumbing
				  fixtures and reservoirs shall be identified as containing nonpotable gray
				  water. Piping shall be purple and identified in accordance with Section 608.8.
(Effective January 1, 2010)
*Add new Section C102.6.1 'Gray water valve identification'
				  to the 2009 Georgia Amendment as follows:
C102.6.1
Gray water valve identification
. Gray
				  water valves shall be identified as nonpotable gray water and also identified
				  as for the purpose of the valve.
(Effective January 1, 2010)
*Revise title of 'Appendix I' of the 2009 Georgia Amendment
				  from 'Rain Water Recycling Systems' to 'Rain Water Harvesting Systems'. Also
				  revise all other references in Appendix I from 'Rain Water Recycling Systems'
				  to 'Rain Water Harvesting Systems'.
(Effective January 1, 2010)
SECTION I101
GENERAL
*Revise first sentence of Section I101.1 'Scope' of the 2009
				  Georgia Amendment to read as follows:
I101.1
Scope.
The provisions of this appendix
				  shall govern the materials, design, construction and installation of rain water
				  systems for automatic clothes washers, flushing of water closets, flushing of
				  urinals, and cooling tower makeup water. Nothing in this appendix shall be
				  construed to restrict the use of rain water for outdoor irrigation.
(Effective January 1, 2010)
*Revise Section I101.9 'Potable water connections' of the
				  2009 Georgia Amendment to read as follows:
I101.9
Potable water connections.
Only
				  connections in accordance with Section I102.3 shall be made between a rain
				  water harvesting system and a potable water system.
(Effective January 1, 2010)
*
Delete Section I102.1 'Collection reservoir' of
				  the 2009 Georgia Amendment in its entirety without substitution.
(Effective January 1, 2010)
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GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD MECHANICAL CODE
(INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE WITH GEORGIA STATE
				  AMENDMENTS)
The INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE, 2006 Edition, published by
				  the International Code Council, when used in conjunction with these Georgia
				  State Amendments and all other Georgia State Amendments to the INTERNATIONAL
				  MECHANICAL CODE, 2006 Edition, shall constitute the official
Georgia
				  State Minimum Standard Mechanical Code
.
GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS
CODE REFERENCE:
(a) Replace all references to the ICC
Electrical Code
with references to the
Georgia State Minimum Standard
				  Electrical Code
(
National Electrical Code with Georgia State
				  Amendments
).
(b) Replace all references to the
International
				  Energy Conservation Code
(
IECC
) with references to
				  the
Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code
(
IECC
with Georgia State Supplements and
				  Amendments
). The
Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code
shall be used for efficiency and coefficient of performance ratings of
				  mechanical equipment.
SCOPE:
The provisions of the
Georgia State Minimum Standard
				  Mechanical Code
shall regulate the design, installation, maintenance,
				  alteration and inspection of mechanical systems that are permanently installed
				  and utilized to provide control of environmental conditions and related
				  processes within buildings. This code shall also regulate those mechanical
				  systems, system components, equipment and appliances specifically addressed
				  herein. The installation of fuel gas distribution piping and equipment, fuel
				  gas-fired appliances and fuel gas-fired appliance venting systems shall be
				  regulated by the
Georgia State Minimum Standard Gas Code
(
International Fuel Gas Code with Georgia State
				  Amendments
).
EXCEPTION
: Detached one and two-family dwellings
				  and multiple single-family dwellings (townhouses) not more than three stories
				  high with separate means of egress and their accessory structures shall comply
				  with the
International
Residential
				  Code.
APPENDICES:
Appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically
				  referenced in the body of the code or adopted by the Department of Community
				  Affairs or the authority having jurisdiction.
GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR BOILERS/WATER HEATERS
				  AND PRESSURE VESSELS
The State's minimum requirements for boilers/water heaters
				  and pressure vessels over 200,000 BTU/h (58.61 kW), 210 degrees Fahrenheit or
				  120 gallons capacity shall be established by O.C.G.A. Title 34, Chapter 11 and
				  the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Department of Labor.
*Revise the International Mechanical Code, 2006
				  Edition, as follows:
CHAPTER 4
VENTILATION
SECTION 406
VENTILATION OF UNINHABITED SPACES
*Revise Section 406.1 'General' to add exception as
				  follows:
406.1 General.
Exception
: Unvented attic assemblies that comply
				  with Section R806.4 of the International Residential Code.
(Effective January 1, 2010)
CHAPTER 5
EXHAUST SYSTEMS
SECTION 504
CLOTHES DRYER EXHAUST
*Revise Section 504.6.1 'Maximum length' to read as
				  follows:
504.6.1
Maximum length.
The maximum length of a
				  clothes dryer exhaust duct shall not exceed 35 feet (10668 mm) from the dryer
				  location to the outlet terminal. The maximum length of the duct shall be
				  reduced 2 1/2 feet (762 mm) for each 45 degree (0.79 rad) bend and 5 feet (1524
				  mm) for each 90 degree (1.57 rad) bend. The maximum length of the exhaust duct
				  does not include the transition duct.
Exception:
Where the make and model of the
				  clothes dryer to be installed is known and the manufacturer's installation
				  instructions for such dryer are provided to the code official, the maximum
				  length of the exhaust duct, including any transition duct, shall be permitted
				  to be in accordance with the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions.
				  Where exhaust ducts are installed in concealed locations, the developed length
				  of the exhaust duct system shall be indicated by permanent labels or tags
				  installed in an observable location.
(Effective January 1, 2010)
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GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD
GAS CODE
(INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE
WITH GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS)
The INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, 2006 Edition, published by
				  the International Code Council, when used in conjunction with these Georgia
				  State Amendments and all other Georgia State Amendments to the INTERNATIONAL
				  FUEL GAS CODE, 2006 Edition, shall constitute the official
Georgia
				  State Minimum Standard Gas Code
.
GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS
CODE REFERENCE:
Replace all references to the ICC
Electrical
				  Code
with references to the
Georgia State Minimum Standard
				  Electrical Code
(
National Electrical Code
with Georgia State Amendments
).
*Revise the International Fuel Gas Code, 2006
				  Edition, as follows:
CHAPTER 4
GAS PIPING INSTALLATIONS
SECTION 404 (IFGC)
PIPING SYSTEM INSTALLATION
*Revise Section 404.1 'Prohibited locations' to read as
				  follows:
404.1
Prohibited locations.
Piping shall not be
				  installed in or through a ducted supply, return or exhaust, clothes chute,
				  chimney or gas vent, dumbwaiter or elevator shaft. Piping installed downstream
				  of the point of delivery shall not extend through any townhouse unit other than
				  the unit served by such piping.
(Effective January 1, 2010)
SECTION 409 (IFGC)
SHUTOFF VALVES
*Revise Section 409.5 'Equipment shutoff valve' to add
				  exception number 2 as follows:
409.5 Equipment shutoff valve.
Exceptions:
1. Shutoff valves for vented decorative appliances and
				  decorative appliances for installation in vented fireplaces shall not be
				  prohibited from being installed in an area remote from the appliance where such
				  valves are provided with ready access. Such valves shall be permanently
				  identified and shall serve no other equipment. Piping from the shutoff valve to
				  within 3 feet (914 mm) of the appliance connection shall be sized in accordance
				  with Section 402.
2. Shutoff valves for ranges/ovens and dryers shall be
				  allowed to be located behind such equipment.
(Effective January 1, 2010)
CHAPTER 6
SPECIFIC APPLIANCES
SECTION 614 (IFGC)
CLOTHES DRYER EXHAUST
*Revise Section [M] 614.6.1 'Maximum length' to read as
				  follows:
[M]
614.6.1 Maximum length.
The maximum length
				  of a clothes dryer exhaust duct shall not exceed 35 feet (10668 mm) from the
				  dryer location to the outlet terminal. The maximum length of the duct shall be
				  reduced 2 1/2 feet (762 mm) for each 45 degree (0.79 rad) bend and 5 feet (1524
				  mm) for each 90 degree (1.57 rad) bend. The maximum length of the exhaust duct
				  does not include the transition duct.
Exception:
Where the make and model of the
				  clothes dryer to be installed is known and the manufacturer's installation
				  instructions for such dryer are provided to the code official, the maximum
				  length of the exhaust duct, including any transition duct, shall be permitted
				  to be in accordance with the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions.
				  Where exhaust ducts are installed in concealed locations, the developed length
				  of the exhaust duct system shall be indicated by permanent labels or tags
				  installed in an observable location.
(Effective January 1, 2010)
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GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD FIRE CODE
(INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE WITH GEORGIA STATE
				  AMENDMENTS)
The INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE, 2006 Edition, published by the
				  International Code Council, when used in conjunction with these Georgia State
				  Amendments and all other Georgia State Amendments to the International Fire
				  Code 2006 Edition, shall constitute the official
Georgia
State
Minimum Standard Fire
				  Code.
GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS
CODE REFERENCE:
(a) Replace all references to the ICC
Electrical
				  Code
with references to the
Georgia State Minimum Standard
				  Electrical Code
(National Electrical Code with Georgia State
				  Amendments).
(b) Replace all references to the
International
				  Energy Conservation Code
(
IECC
) with references to
				  the
Georgia
State Minimum Standard Energy Code (IECC
				  with Georgia State Amendments)
. The
Georgia State Minimum
				  Standard Energy Code
shall be used for efficiency and coefficient of
				  performance ratings of equipment.
SCOPE:
The
Georgia State Minimum Standard Fire Code
establishes regulations affecting or relating to structures, processes and
				  premises and safeguards from the hazards of fire and explosion arising from the
				  storage, handling or use of structures, materials or devices; from conditions
				  hazardous to life, property or public welfare in the occupancy of structures or
				  premises; and from fire hazards in the structure or on the premise from
				  occupancy or operation. It also applies to the construction, extension, repair,
				  alteration or removal of fire suppression and alarm systems.
APPENDICES:
Appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically
				  referenced in the body of the code or adopted by the Department of Community
				  Affairs or the authority having jurisdiction.
*Revise the International Fire Code, 2006 Edition, as
				  follows:
CHAPTER 6
BUILDING SERVICES AND SYSTEMS
SECTION 603
FUEL-FIRED APPLIANCES
*Delete Section 603.4 of the 2007 Georgia Amendment in its
				  entirety and insert in its place the following:
603.4
Portable unvented heaters.
Portable
				  unvented fuel-fired heating equipment shall be prohibited in occupancies in
				  Groups A, E, I, R-1, R-2, R-3 and R-4.
Exceptions:
1. Listed and approved unvented fuel-fired heaters in one-
				  and two-family dwellings and portable outdoor gas-fired heating appliances used
				  outside one- and two-family dwellings.
2. Portable outdoor gas-fired heating appliances are allowed
				  in accordance with Section 603.4.2.
603.4.1
Prohibited locations.
Unvented
				  fuel-fired heating equipment shall not be located in, or obtain combustion air
				  from, any of the following rooms or spaces: sleeping rooms, bathrooms, toilet
				  rooms or storage closets.
603.4.2
Portable outdoor gas-fired heating
				  appliances.
Portable gas-fired heating appliances located outdoors shall
				  be in accordance with Sections 603.4.2.1 through 603.4.2.3.4.
603.4.2.1
Location
. Portable outdoor gas-fired
				  heating appliances shall be located in accordance with Sections 603.4.2.1.1
				  through 603.4.2.1.4.
603.4.2.1.1
Prohibited locations.
The storage
				  or use of portable outdoor gas-fired heating appliances is prohibited where any
				  of the following exist:
1. Inside any occupancy when connected to the fuel gas
				  container.
2. Inside tents, canopies and membrane structures.
3. On exterior balconies in accordance with NFPA 58.
603.4.2.1.2
Clearance to buildings.
Portable
				  outdoor gas-fired heating appliances shall be located at least 5 feet (1524 mm)
				  from buildings.
603.4.2.1.3
Clearance to combustible materials.
No portion of portable outdoor gas-fired heating appliances shall be located
				  beneath, or closer than 5 feet (1524 mm) to combustible overhangs, awnings,
				  sunshades or similar combustible attachments to buildings and combustible
				  decorations.
603.4.2.1.4
Proximity to exits.
Portable
				  outdoor gas-fired heating appliances shall not be located within 10 feet (3048
				  mm) of exits or exit discharges.
603.4.2.2
Installation and operation.
Portable
				  outdoor gas-fired heating appliances shall be installed and operated in
				  accordance with Sections 603.4.2.2.1 through 603.4.2.2.4.
603.4.2.2.1
Listing and approval.
Only listed
				  and approved heating appliances utilizing a fuel gas container that is integral
				  to the appliance shall be used.
603.4.2.2.2
Installation and maintenance.
Portable outdoor gas-fired heating appliances shall be installed and maintained
				  in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
603.4.2.2.3
Tip-over switch.
Portable gas-fired
				  heating appliances shall be equipped with a tilt or tip-over switch that
				  automatically shuts off the flow of gas if the appliance is tilted more than 15
				  degrees (0.26 rad) from vertical.
603.4.2.2.4
Guard against contact.
The heating
				  element or combustion chamber shall be permanently guarded so as to prevent
				  accidental contact by persons or material.
603.4.2.3
Gas containers.
Fuel gas containers
				  for portable outdoor gas-fired heating appliances shall comply with Sections
				  603.4.2.3.1 through 603.4.2.3.4.
603.4.2.3.1
Approved containers.
Only approved
				  U.S. DOT or ASME gas containers shall be used.
603.4.2.3.2
Container replacement.
Replacement
				  of gas containers in the heating appliance shall not be conducted while the
				  public is present.
603.4.2.3.3
Container capacity.
The maximum
				  individual capacity of gas containers used in connection with portable
				  gas-fired heating appliances shall not exceed 20 pounds (9 kg).
603.4.2.3.4
Indoor storage prohibited.
Gas
				  containers shall not be stored inside of buildings except in accordance with
				  Section 3809.9.
(Effective January 1, 2010)
End of Amendments
.