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-.12 - Adoption of the 2002 National Electrical Code with Georgia Amendments, the 2000 International Energy Conservation Code with Georgia Amendments and Georgia Amendments to the 2000 CABO One and Two Family Dwelling Code, 2000 Standard Building Code, 2000 Standard Plumbing Code, 2000 Standard Gas Code, Errata to the January 1, 2002 Amendments to the 2000 CABO 1 and 2 Family Dwelling Code and Errata to the January 1, 2002 Georgia Amendments to the 2000 Standard Building Code Amendments, Effective January 1, 2003

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The Board of Community Affairs hereby adopts the following
				  code editions and amendments as the Georgia State Minimum Standard Codes for
				  Construction:
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GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD ELECTRICAL
				  CODE
The National Electrical Code, 2002 Edition, published by the
				  National Fire Protection Association, when used in conjunction with these
				  Georgia Amendments, shall constitute the official
Georgia State Minimum
				  Standard Electrical Code
.
Appendices
Appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically
				  referenced in the body of the code or adopted for enforcement in the ordinance
				  of the authority having jurisdiction.
GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS
* Revise the National Electrical Code, 2002 Edition,
				  as follows:
CHAPTER 2
WIRING AND PROTECTION
ARTICLE 210
Branch Circuits
210.8 Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter Protection for
				  Personnel.
* Revise Article 210.8(B) to read as follows:
(B)
Other Than Dwelling Units.
All 125-volt,
				  single-phase, 15- and 20-ampere receptacles installed in the locations
				  specified in (1), (2), (3) and (4) shall have ground-fault circuit interrupter
				  protection for personnel.
(1) Bathrooms
(2) Rooftops
(3) Kitchens
(4) Within 6 feet of a sink or basin, excluding those listed
				  in Section 517.21.
Exception: Receptacles that are not readily accessible and
				  are supplied from a dedicated branch circuit for electric snow-melting or
				  deicing equipment shall be permitted to be installed in accordance with the
				  applicable provisions of Article 426.
ARTICLE 220
Branch-Circuit, Feeder, and
				  Service Calculations
III. Optional Calculations for Computing Feeder and
				  Service Loads
220.30 Optional Calculation - Dwelling Unit
* Delete Section 220.30(C) Heating and Air Conditioning Load
				  and substitute as follows:
(C) Heating and Air-Conditioning Load.
The
				  largest of the following five selections (load in kVA) shall be included:
(1) 100 percent of the nameplate rating(s) of the air
				  conditioning and cooling including heat pump compressors.
(2) 100 percent of the nameplate rating(s) of electric
				  thermal storage and other heating systems where the usual load is expected to
				  be continuous at the full nameplate value. Systems qualifying under this
				  selection shall not be calculated under any other selection in
				  220.30(C).
(3) 65 percent of the nameplate rating(s) of the total
				  central electric space heating including heat pump compressors. If the heat
				  pump compressor is prevented from operating at the same time as the
				  supplementary heat, it does not need to be added to the supplementary heat for
				  the total central space heat load.
(4) 65 percent of the nameplate rating(s) of electric space
				  heating if less than four separately controlled units.
(5) 40 percent of the nameplate rating(s) of electric space
				  heating if four or more separately controlled units.
ANNEX D EXAMPLES
Example D2(c) Optional Calculation for One-Family
				  Dwelling with Heat Pump (Single-Phase, 240/120-Volt Service)
(see 220.30)
* Revise parts of Example D2(c) to read as follows:
15-kW Electric Heat:
5760 VA + 15,000 VA = 20,760 VA or = 20.76 Kva
20.76 kVA x 65% = 13.49 kVA
* If supplementary heat is not on at same time as heat pump,
				  heat pump kVA need not be added to total.
Totals
Net general load 19,280
VA Heat pump and supplementary heat 13,490 VA
Total 32,770 VA
Calculated Load for Service
32.77 kVA × 1000 + 240 V = 136.5 A
Therefore, this dwelling unit would be permitted to be served
				  by a 150-A service.
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Members serving on the Georgia Energy Code Task Force
Jim Vaseff, AIA, Task Force
							 Chairman
Community & Economic
							 Development
Georgia Power Company
Morgan Wheeler, CBO, Vice
Chairman Building Official
Walton County
Mike Barcik
Director of Technical Services
The Southface Energy Institute
Jack Cantrell
Home Builders Association of Georgia
Tom J. Carty
Building Official
Peachtree City Building Department
R.A. ''Dick'' Edwards
Consultant
Leo Goebel, FMA
Facilities Manager and
CB Richard Ellis
David D. Lovich, P.E.
Manager, Codes, Standards
Technical Services
Owens Corning Corp.
Matthew Tibbs, P.E.
Advanced Engineering Solutions
Georgia Department of Community Affairs
Office of Coordinated Planning
Building Codes Section
Ted Miltiades, Manager
Wayne DuBose, Consultant
Michael Lindsey, Consultant
Bill Towson, Jr., Consultant
FOREWORD
The International Energy Conservation Code, 2000 Edition,
				  published by the International Codes Council and the Southern Building Code
				  Congress International, Inc., when used in conjunction with these Georgia
				  Supplements and Amendments, shall constitute the official
Georgia State
				  Energy Code for Buildings
. For high-rise and non-residential
				  structures, the International Energy Conservation Code adopts by reference
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air Conditioning
				  Engineers (ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA) Standard 90.1-2001.
INTRODUCTION
This document supplements and amends
The
				  International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), 2000 Edition
. In cases
				  where there are differences between these "Supplements and Amendments" and the
				  IECC, or with
ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90.1-2001
, these
				  "Supplements and Amendments" shall take precedence.
Each Chapter of this document associates directly with the
				  corresponding chapter of the IECC.
* Chapter 1: Administration and Enforcement.
* Chapter 2: Definitions.
* Chapter 3: Establishes the design criteria of the entire
				  state of Georgia and defines the five climate zones. The climate zones
				  establish the design conditions for use with chapters 4, 5, 6 and 8.
* Chapter 4: Pertains to residential building design by
				  systems analysis, as well as the use of renewable resources such as wind,
				  solar, geothermal, etc. Chapter 4 has only one amendment, 402.1.3.1.4, which
				  establishes 0.40 as the minimum Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) for all
				  Climate Zones in Georgia.
* Chapter 5: Residential compliance by designed component1
				  performance, thereby analyzing the total building for compliance one component
				  at a time. Assuming each individual component of the building meets the thermal
				  requirements of the code then the entire building is deemed to comply. This
				  chapter offers the use of "Tradeoffs" to achieve compliance by allowing the
				  builder to substitute or "trade-off" values between building components. A
				  properly executed "Georgia Trade-off Worksheet"2 or
				  the use of appropriate computer software such as
MECcheck
3 may be used to validate
				  any trade-off.
* Chapter 6: Offers prescriptive compliance via the Single
				  Step Compliance Method by selecting an option directly from the charts in the
				  correct climate zone. The values from the option show the minimum requirements
				  for each component of a residential structure for the specific climate zone.
* Chapter 7: Pertains to building design for all commercial
				  buildings, except those that comply with Chapter 8, the Single Step Compliance
				  for Simple Commercial Buildings or appropriate computer software such as
COMcheck
4 may be used to validate
				  compliance.
* Chapter 8: Pertains to design by acceptable practice for
				  commercial buildings. Where differences between this document and the IECC, or
ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90.1-2001
are noted, this document
				  shall take precedence.
* Chapter 9: Pertains to reference standards, Figure 9-1,
				  F2-Values for Slab-on-Grade and Figure 9-2, Group R Buildings, A-1 and A-2
				  Component R values/U factors.
* Appendix: Existing Appendix becomes "Appendix A" and adds a
				  new Appendix B with updated Prescriptive methods and Trade-off methods to
				  demonstrate compliance; including new Prescriptive Single Step Compliance
				  Tables for most commercial buildings.
SUMMARY
In summary, Chapters 4, 5 and 6 offer different methods to
				  achieve code compliance for low-rise residential construction and Chapters 7
				  and 8 offer different methods to achieve code compliance on commercial and
				  high-rise residential construction. Appendix B provides additional prescriptive
				  methods of showing compliance, some simple methods and forms to calculate and
				  demonstrate compliance and some illustrations to help understand the code
				  requirements. Individual structures should be addressed by a compliance method
				  from a single chapter approach and not by a combination of compliance methods.
The "basic requirements" of the IECC apply to all compliance methods.
Please note, the maximum 0.40 Solar Heat Gain
				  Coefficient (SHGC) and maximum 0.65 U-factor required for residential windows 5
				  in this document shall become effective January 1, 2004.
For the period
				  of January 1, 2003 to December 31, 2003, the "Single Step" Residential Energy
				  Code Compliance packages6 may be used to determine code compliance by
				  disregarding the 0.40 SHGC requirement.
In dealing with the energy conservation requirements
				  promulgated by this code, discussion of insulation R-values and component
				  U-factors may appear to overshadow the matter of controlling air infiltration.
				  Air infiltration accounts for substantial heat loss, heat gain, and moisture
				  migration in a building. Proper sealing around all doors, windows, and other
				  envelope penetrations through the walls, ceiling and foundations is as
				  important to code compliance as is the installation of the proper R-value in a
				  component. Proper sealing shall be done by the builder and inspected by the
				  Building Official or Building Inspector.
It is not the intention of this code to abridge safety or
				  health. There may be cases where conflicts occur between this code and other
				  codes that are mandatory within the state. Provided safety, health, or
				  environmental requirements under other applicable codes are not abridged, this
				  code shall be enforced as written.
GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS
CODE REFERENCE:
Change all references from ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1-1999 to
ANSI/ ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1-2001
respectively.
APPENDICES:
Appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically
				  referenced in the body of the code or adopted for enforcement in the ordinance
				  of the authority having jurisdiction.
1. The word "component" for purposes of this code is defined
				  as being a particular segment of a building such as a wall, ceiling, or floor.
				  Hence, the terms
wall component
or
ceiling component.
2. See Appendix B for "Georgia Trade-Off Worksheet".
3.
MECcheck
is a computer program developed
				  by Pacific Northwest National Laboratories for the U.S. Department of Energy to
				  help demonstrate compliance with the IECC. Information on obtaining this
				  program software can be obtained by calling 800/270-CODE or by downloading free
				  of charge from the Internet at
www.energycodes.gov
.
4.
COMcheck
is a computer program developed
				  by Pacific Northwest National Laboratories for the U.S. Department of Energy to
				  help demonstrate compliance with the IECC. Information on obtaining this
				  program software can be obtained by calling 800/270-CODE or by downloading free
				  of charge from the Internet at
www.energycodes.gov
.
5. As referenced by Chapters 5 and 6, these do not apply in a
				  Chapter 4 compliance analysis.
6. See Appendix B for "Single-Step" Residential Energy Code
				  Compliance packages.
*
Revise the Georgia State Energy Code (International
				  Energy Conservation Code), 2000 Edition, as follows:
CHAPTER 1
ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT
SECTION 101
SCOPE AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
* Delete the following sections from Chapter 1 without
				  substitution.
Section 101.1
Title Section 101.4.2.4 Change in occupancy
(Effective January 1, 2003)
SECTION 102
MATERIALS, SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT
* Revise Section 102.5.2 Fenestration product rating,
				  certification and labeling, 2nd paragraph to read as follows:
Section 102.5.2 Fenestration product rating,
				  certification and labeling.
When a manufacturer has not determined product U-factor in
				  accordance with NFRC 100 for a particular product line, compliance with the
				  building envelope requirements of this code shall be determined by assigning
				  and labeling such products a default U-factor in accordance with tables
				  102.5.2(1) and 102.5.2(2). When A SHGC or shading coefficient is used for code
				  compliance and a manufacturer has not determined product SHGC in accordance
				  with NFRC 200 for a particular product line, compliance with the building
				  envelope requirements of this code shall be determined by assigning and
				  labeling such products with a default SHGC in accordance with Table 102.5.2(3).
				  Product features shall be verified for the product to qualify for default value
				  associated with those features. Where the existence of a particular feature
				  cannot be determined with reasonable certainty, the product shall not receive
				  credit for that feature. Where a composite of materials from two different
				  product types is used, the product shall be assigned the higher U-factor. The
				  default labels shall clearly indicate:
1. The manufacturer's/assembler's name.
2. "
DEFAULT VALUES"
' taken from Tables
				  102.5.2(1), 102.5.2(2) and 102.5.2(3).
3. The manufacturer's/assembler's certification that it has
				  selected the appropriate default value for the product. (Effective January 1,
				  2003)
SECTION 104
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
* Delect Section 104 Construction documents without
				  substitution.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
SECTION 105
INSPECTIONS
* Delete Section 105 Inspections without substitution.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
CHAPTER 2
DEFINITIONS
SECTION 202
GENERAL DEFINITIONS
* Revise Section 202 General Definitions to read as
				  follows:
THERMAL CONDUCTANCE.
Timed rate of heat flow
				  through a body (frequently per unit area) from one of its bounding surfaces to
				  the other for a unit temperature difference between the two surfaces, under
				  steady conditions (Btu/H × ft2 °F) [W/(m2 ×K)]. The insulation shall be
				  stabilized (aged) prior to testing for Thermal Conductance.
THERMAL RESISTANCE (R).
The reciprocal of
				  thermal conductance (H × ft2 ×
									°F/Btu) [(m2 × K)/W]. All R-values shall be
				  stabilized (aged) R-values.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
* Revise Section 202 General Definitions to add a new
				  definition to read as follows:
ATTIC KNEE WALL.
Any vertical or near-vertical
				  wall in the building envelope that has conditioned space on one side and
				  unconditioned attic space on the other side. If the envelope features the
				  insulation installed along the sloped ceiling, the vertical wall is considered
				  an interior wall and thus does not require insulation. (Effective January 1,
				  2003)
CHAPTER 3
DESIGN CONDITIONS
SECTION 301
DESIGN CRITERIA
* Delete Section 301.1 General and substitute the
				  following:
301.1 General.
The criteria of this chapter and
				  Figure 302.1(11) establish the design conditions for use with Chapters 4, 5, 6
				  and 8.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
SECTION 302
THERMAL DESIGN PARAMETERS
* Revise Table 302.1 EXTERIOR DESIGN CONDITIONS, footnote "b"
				  to read as follows:
b. The degree-days heating base (HDD) (base 65° F) and
				  cooling base (CDD) (base 65° F) shall be Climate Zones per Figure 302.1(11).
				  For purposes of determining HDD, the following shall be used: Climate Zone 4B -
				  1999 HDD; Climate Zone 5A - 2499 HDD; Climate Zone 6B - 2999 HDD; Climate Zone
				  7A - 3499 HDD; and Climate 8 - 3999 HDD. Approved software that is based on
				  specific city or county HDD or CDD shall be acceptable to show Energy Code
				  compliance. (Effective January 1, 2003)
CHAPTER 4
RESIDENTIAL BUILDING DESIGN BY SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND
				  DESIGN OF BUILDINGS UTILIZING RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCES
SECTION 404
SYSTEMS ANALYSIS
* Revise Section 402.1.3.1.4 Fenestration system solar heat
				  gain coefficient, Standard design to read as follows:
402.1.3.1.4 Fenestration system solar heat gain
				  coefficient, Standard design.
The fenestration system solar heat gain
				  coefficient (SHGC), inclusive of framed sash and glazing area, of the glazing
				  systems in the Standard design shall be 0.40 during periods of mechanical
				  heating and cooling operation. These fenestration system SHGC values shall be
				  multiplied together with (added in series to) the interior shading values as
				  specified in Section 402.1.3.1.5 to arrive at an overall solar heat gain
				  coefficient for the installed glazing. This requirement shall have a delayed
				  implementation date of January 1, 2004. (Effective January 1, 2003)
CHAPTER 5
RESIDENTIAL BUILDING DESIGN BY COMPONENT PERFORMANCE
				  APPROACH
SECTION 502
BUILDING ENVELOPE REQUIREMENTS
* Revise Section 502.1.3 Recessed lighting fixtures to delete
				  requirement No. 2 without substitution.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
* Delete Section 502.1.5 Fenestration solar heat gain
				  coefficient and substitute the following:
Section 502.1.5 Fenestration solar heat gain
				  coefficient.
In all Georgia climate zones (4B through 8), the combined
				  solar heat gain coefficient (the area-weighted average) of all glazed
				  fenestration products (including the effects of any permanent exterior solar
				  shading devices) in the building shall not exceed 0.40. This requirement shall
				  have a delayed implementation date of January 1, 2004. (Effective January 1,
				  2003)
* Revise Table 502.2 Heating and Cooling Criteria, footnotes
				  "a" and "d" to read as follows:
a. Values shall be determined by using the graphs [Figures
				  502.2(1), 502.2(2), 502.2(3), 502.2(4), 502.2(5) and 502.2(6)] and HDD as
				  specified in Section 302. The minimum insulation R-values shall be: Attic knee
				  walls, R-19; Cavity walls, R-11; Mass walls, R-5; Roofing/ceiling, R-19; Floors
				  over unheated spaces, R-11; Basement walls, R-5; and Crawl space walls, R-5.
				  Maximum window U-factor shall be 0.65. This window requirement shall have a
				  delayed implementation date of January 1, 2004.
d. Slab edge insulation shall not be used for unheated slabs
				  in Georgia. (Effective January 1, 2003)
* Delete Section 502.2.4 Compliance by prescriptive
				  specification on an individual component basis and substitute the
				  following:
Section 502.2.4 Compliance by prescriptive
				  specification on an individual component basis.
For buildings with
				  fenestration less than or equal to 15 percent, 18 percent, 25 percent, or 30
				  percent (Type A-1 residential buildings) or 25 percent (Type A-2 residential
				  buildings) of the gross exterior wall area, the thermal resistance of
				  insulation applied to the opaque building envelope components shall be greater
				  than or equal to the minimum R-values, and the thermal transmittance of all
				  fenestration assemblies shall be less than or equal to the maximum U-factors
				  shown in Tables 502.2.4(1), 502.2.4(2), 502.2.4(3), 502.2.4(4) or 502.2.4(5) as
				  applicable. Sections 502.2.4.1 through 502.2.4.12 and 502.2.4.15 through
				  502.2.4.17 shall apply to the use of these tables.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
* Delete Tables 502.2.4(1) through 502.2.4(9) in their
				  entirety and substitute the following:
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* Delete Section 502.2.4.4 Window area, exempt and substitute
				  the following:
502.2.4.4 Window area exempt.
Five (5) percent
				  of the total window area computed under Section 502.2.4.3 shall be exempt from
				  the "Glazing
U
-factor" and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC)
				  requirements.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
* Delete Sections 502.2.4.13 and 502.2.4.14 without
				  substitution.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
* Delete Section 502.2.4.15 Fenestration solar heat gain
				  coefficient and substitute the following:
502.2.4.15 Fenestration solar heat gain coefficient.
In all Georgia climate zones (4B through 8), fenestration products shall
				  also meet the requirements of Section 502.1.5. This window requirement shall
				  have a delayed implementation date of January 1, 2004. (Effective January 1,
				  2003)
* Revise Section 502.2.5 Prescriptive path for additions and
				  window replacements to read as follows:
502.2.5 Prescriptive path for additions and window
				  replacements.
As an alternative to demonstrating compliance with Section
				  402 and 502.2, additions with a conditioned floor area less than 500 square
				  feet (46.5 m2) to existing single-family residential
				  buildings and structures shall meet the prescriptive envelope component
				  criteria in Table 502.2.5 for the designated Climate Zones applicable to the
				  location. The U-factor of each individual fenestratiion product (windows, doors
				  and skylights) shall be used to calculate an areaweighted average fenestration
				  product U-factor for the addition, which shall not exceed the applicable listed
				  values in Table 502.2.5. For additions, the total area of fenestration products
				  shall not exceed 40 percent of the gross wall and roof area of the addition.
				  The R-values for opaque thermal envelope components shall be equal to or
				  greater than the applicable listed values in Table 502.2.5. Replacement
				  fenestration products (where the entire unit, including the frame, sash and
				  glazing, is replaced) shall meet the prescriptive fenestration U-factor
				  criteria in Table 502.2.5 for the designated Climate Zones applicable to the
				  location. Fenestration products used in additions and as replacement windows in
				  accordance with this section shall also meet the requirements of Section
				  502.1.5 in all Georgia climate zones (4B through 8).
Remaining exception unchanged.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
* Delete Table 502.2.5 in its entirety and substitute the
				  following:
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CHAPTER 6
SIMPLIFIED PRESCRIPTIVE REQUIREMENTS FOR RESIDENTIAL
				  BUILDINGS, TYPE A-1 AND A-2
SECTION 601
GENERAL
* Revise Section 601.2.1 Residential Buildings, Type A-1 to
				  read as follows:
601.2.1 Residential Buildings, Type A-1.
Compliance for Type A-1 residential buildings shall be demonstrated by either:
1. Meeting the requirements of this chapter for buildings
				  with a fenestration area that does not exceed 18 percent of the gross area of
				  exterior walls; or
2. Meeting the requirements of Chapter 4, or Chapter 5 for
				  Type A-1 residential buildings; or
3. Meeting one of the Climate Zone "Single Step Compliance"
				  Tables; or
4. Georgia Tradeoff Worksheet with Window Takeoff worksheet,
				  and if applicable the R-value of Wood Stud Walls Worksheet and/or R-value of
				  Steel Stud Wall Worksheet; or
5. Documentation from an approved software program.*
*
Note: MECcheck is an approved software program.
				  MECcheck may be downloaded free of charge from
www.energycodes.gov
.
(Effective
				  January 1, 2003)
* Revise Section 602.1 Thermal performance criteria to read
				  as follows:
602.1 Thermal performance criteria.
The minimum
				  required insulation R-value or maximum required U-factor for each element in
				  the building thermal envelope (fenestration, roof/ceiling, opaque wall, floor,
				  slab edge, crawl space wall and basement wall) shall be in accordance with the
				  criteria in Table 602.1.
Type A-1 residential buildings, with greater than 18-percent
				  glazing area, Type A-2 residential buildings, with greater than 25-percent
				  glazing area shall determine compliance using the building envelope
				  requirements of Chapter 4 or Chapter 5.
Remaining sub-sections unchanged.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
* Revise Table 602.1 to read as follows:
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* Delete Section 602.2 Maximum solar heat gain coefficient
				  for fenestration and substitute the following:
602.2 Maximum solar heat gain coefficient for
				  fenestration.
In all Georgia climate zones (4B through 8), the
				  area-weighted-average solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) for glazed
				  fenestration installed in the building envelope shall not exceed 0.40. This
				  requirement shall have a delayed implementation date of January 1, 2004.
				  (Effective January 1, 2003)
CHAPTER 7
BUILDING DESIGN FOR ALL COMMERCIAL
				  BUILDINGS
SECTION 701
SCOPE
* Revise Section 701.1 General as follows:
701.1 General.
Commercial Buildings shall meet
				  the requirements of
ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1-2001.
Remaining text unchanged.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
* Add new Section 701.2 Minimum commercial building thermal
				  component requirements and Table 701 to read as follows:
701.2 Minimum commercial building thermal component
				  requirements.
Table 701 lists the minimum thermal envelope requirements
				  that shall be met on all commercial buildings for roofs, walls, and glazed
				  fenestration.
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CHAPTER 8
DESIGN BY ACCEPTABLE PRACTICE FOR COMMERCIAL
				  BUILDINGS
SECTION 801
SCOPE
* Revise Section 801.2 as follows:
801.2 Application.
The requirements in Sections
				  802, 803, 804, and 805 shall each be satisfied on an individual basis. Where
				  one or more section(s) is not satisfied, compliance for that section(s) shall
				  be demonstrated in accordance with the applicable provisions of
ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1-2001
.
Existing exception unchanged
.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
CHAPTER 802
BUILDING ENVELOPE REQUIREMENTS
* Revise Section 802.1 as follows:
802.1 General.
Walls, roof assemblies, floors,
				  glazing, and slabs on grade which are part of the building envelope for
				  buildings where the window and glazed door area is not greater than 50 percent
				  of the gross area of above-grade walls shall meet the requirements of Sections
				  802.2.1 through 802.2.8, as applicable. Buildings with more glazing shall meet
				  the applicable provisions of
ANSI/ASHRAE/ IESNA 90.1-2001.
Remaining text unchanged.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
* Revise Section 802.2 as follows:
802.2 Criteria.
The building envelope components
				  shall meet each of the applicable requirements in Tables 802.2(1), 802.2(2),
				  802.2(3) and 802.2(4), based on the percentage of wall that is glazed. The
				  percentage of wall that is glazed shall be determined by dividing the aggregate
				  area of rough openings for glazing (windows and glazed doors) in all the above
				  grade walls associated with the building envelope by the total gross area of
				  all above grade exterior walls that are a part for the building envelope. In
				  buildings with multiple types of building envelope construction, each building
				  envelope construction type shall be evaluated separately. Where Tables
				  802.2(1), 802.2(2), 802.2(3) and 802.2(4) do not list a particular construction
				  type, the applicable provisions of
ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1- 2001.
shall be used in lieu of Section 802.
Remaining text unchanged.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
* Add new Section 802.3.3 to read as follows:
803.3.3 Dampers integral to the building envelope.
Stair, elevator shaft vents, and other dampers integral to the building
				  envelope shall be equipped with motorized dampers with a maximum leakage rate
				  of 3 cfm/ft2 at 1.0 in w.g. (250 Pa) when tested in
				  accordance with AMCA 500. Such dampers shall be closed during normal building
				  operation and shall open as required by fire and smoke detection
				  systems.
Exception:
Gravity (non-motorized) dampers are
				  permitted to be used in buildings less than three stories in height above
				  grade.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
* Add new Section 802.3.4 to read as follows:
802.3.4 Loading dock weatherseals.
Cargo doors
				  and loading dock doors shall be equipped with weatherseals to resist
				  infiltration when vehicles are parked in the doorway. (Effective January 1,
				  2003)
* Add new Section 802.3.5 to read as follows:
802.3.5 Vestibules.
A door that separates
				  conditioned space from the exterior shall be protected with an enclosed
				  vestibule, with all doors opening into and out of the vestibule equipped with
				  self-closing devices. Vestibules shall be designed so that in passing through
				  the vestibule it is not necessary for the interior and exterior doors to open
				  at the same time.
Exceptions:
1. Buildings in Climate Zone 1A through 4B as indicated in
				  Table 302.1.
2. Doors not intended to be used as a building entrance door,
				  such as mechanical or electrical equipment rooms.
3. Doors opening directly from a dwelling unit.
4. Doors that open directly from a space less than 3,000
				  ft2 (298 m2) in
				  area.
5. Revolving doors.
6. Doors used primarily to facilitate vehicular movement or
				  material handling and adjacent personnel doors.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
* Add new Section 802.3.6 to read as follows:
802.3.6 Recessed Lighting Fixtures.
When
				  installed in the building envelope, recessed lighting fixtures shall meet one
				  of the following requirements:
1. Type IC rated, manufactured with no penetrations between
				  the inside of the recessed fixture and ceiling cavity and sealed or gasketed to
				  prevent air leakage into the unconditioned space.
2. Type IC rated, in accordance with ASTM E 283 no more than
				  2.0 cubic feet per minute (cfm) (0.994 L/s) air movement from the conditioned
				  space to the ceiling cavity. The lighting fixture shall be tested at 1.57 psi
				  (75 Pa) pressure difference and shall be labeled. (Effective January 1, 2003)
SECTION 803
BUILDING MECHANICAL SYSTEMS
* Revise Section 803.2.6 as follows:
803.2.6 Cooling with Outdoor air.
Each system
				  over 65,000 Btu/h (19 KW) cooling capacity located in other than Climate Zones
				  1, 2, 3b, 5a, or 6b as shown in Table 302.1 shall have an economizer that will
				  automatically shut off the cooling system and allow all of the supply air to be
				  provided directly from outdoors.
Economizers shall be capable of operating at 100% outside
				  air, even if additional mechanical cooling is required to meet the cooling load
				  of the building. Where a single room or space is supplied by multiple air
				  systems, the aggregate capacity of those systems shall be used in applying this
				  requirement.
Exceptions:
1. Where the cooling equipment is covered by the minimum
				  efficiency requirements of Table 803.2.2(1) or 803.2.2(2) and meets the
				  efficiency requirements of Table 803.2.6.
2. Systems with air or evaporatively cooled condensers and
				  which serve spaces with open case refrigeration or that require filtration
				  equipment in order to meet the minimum ventilation requirements of Chapter 4 of
				  the ICC International Mechanical Code.
3. Systems under 135,000 Btu/h (40 KW) cooling capacity in
				  Climate Zones 3c, 5b, 7, 13b, and 14. (Effective January 1, 2003)
* Revise Section 803.3.2 as follows:
803.3.2 HVAC equipment performance requirements.
Equipment shall meet the minimum efficiency requirements of Tables
				  803.2.2(1) through 803.2.2(6) and Table 803.2.2(5), when tested and rated in
				  accordance with the applicable test procedure. The efficiency shall be verified
				  through certification under an approved certification program, or if no
				  certification program exists, the equipment efficiency ratings shall be
				  supported by data furnished by the manufacturer. Where multiple rating
				  conditions and/or performance requirements are provided, the equipment shall
				  satisfy all stated requirements. Where components, such as indoor or outdoor
				  coils, from different manufacturers are used, calculations and supporting data
				  shall be furnished by the designer that demonstrate the combined efficiency of
				  the specified components meets the requirements herein.
Where unitary or prepackaged equipment is used in a complex
				  HVAC system and is not covered by Section 803.3.2, the equipment shall meet the
				  applicable requirements of Section 803.2.2.
Exception:
Equipment listed in Table 803.2.2(2) not designed for
				  operation at ARI standard test conditions of 44° F (7° C) leaving chilled water
				  temperature and 85° (29° C) entering condenser water temperature shall have a
				  minimum full load COP and IPLV rating as shown in Tables 803.3.2(3) through
				  803.3.2(5) as applicable. The table values are only applicable over the
				  following full load design ranges:
1. Leaving Chilled Water Temperature: 40 to 48° F (4 C to 9°
				  C).
2. Entering Condenser Water Temperature: 75 to 85° F (24 C to
				  29° C). Chillers designed to operate outside of these ranges are not covered by
				  this code. Condensing Water Temperature Rise: 5 to 15° F (-15 to -9° C).
				  (Effective January 1, 2003)
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				  to read as follows and add the following new Tables 803.3.2(1) through
				  803.3.2(3):
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* Revise Section 803.3.3.5 as follows:
803.3.3.5 Economizers.
Economizers shall be
				  provided on each system over 65,000 Btu/h (19 kW) cooling capacity in
				  accordance with Section 803.2.6.
Exceptions:
Water economizers that are capable of cooling supply air by
				  direct and/or indirect evaporation and providing up to 100% of the expected
				  system cooling load at outside air temperatures of 50° F (10° C) dry bulb/45° F
				  (7.2° C) wet bulb and below.
Systems under 135,000 Btu/h (40 kW) cooling capacity in
				  Climate Zones 3c, 5b, 7, 13b, and 14.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
* Add new Section 803.3.3.8 to read as follows:
803.3.3.8 Heat rejection equipment fan speed control.
Each fan powered by a motor of 7.5 hp (5.6 kW) or larger shall have the
				  capability to operate that fan at two-thirds of full speed or less, and shall
				  have controls that automatically change the fan speed to control the leaving
				  fluid temperature or condensing temperature/pressure of the heat rejection
				  device.
Exception:
Factory-installed heat rejection
				  devices within HVAC equipment tested and rated in accordance with Tables
				  803.3.2(1) through 803.3.2(3).
(Effective January 1, 2003)
* Delete Section 803.3.4.1 Temperature reset for air systems
				  without substitution. (Effective January 1, 2003)
SECTION 805
LIGHTING SYSTEMS
* Revise Section 805.2 as follows:
805.2 Lighting controls.
Lighting systems shall
				  be provided with controls as required in Sections 805.2.1, 805.2.2, and
				  805.2.3.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
* Add new Section 805.2.3 to read as follows:
805.2.3 Additional controls.
Each area that is
				  required to have a manual control shall have additional controls that meet the
				  requirements of Sections 805.2.3.1, 805.2.3.2, or 805.2.3.3.
Exceptions:
1. Areas that have only 1 luminaire.
2. Areas that are controlled by an occupant-sensing
				  device.
3. Corridors, storerooms, restrooms, or public lobbies.
				  (Effective January 1, 2003)
* Add new Sections 805.2.3.1, 805.2.3.2 and 805.2.3.3 as
				  follows:
805.2.3.1 Bi-level Switching.
Each area less
				  than 250 ft2 (23 m2) that
				  is required to have a manual control shall also allow the occupant to reduce
				  the connected lighting load in a reasonably uniform illumination pattern by at
				  least 50 percent.
Exceptions:
1. Areas that have only one luminaire.
2. Areas that are controlled by an occupant-sensing
				  device.
3. Corridors, storerooms, restrooms, or public
				  lobbies.
4. Guest rooms.
805.2.3.2 Automatic lighting shutoff.
Buildings
				  larger than 5,000 ft2 shall be equipped with an automatic control device to
				  shut off lighting in all spaces. This automatic control device shall function
				  on either:
1. A scheduled basis, using time-of-day, with an independent
				  program schedule that controls the interior lighting in areas that do not
				  exceed 25,000 ft2 and are not more than one floor,
				  or
2. An unscheduled basis by occupant intervention.
805.2.3.3 Guest rooms.
Guest rooms in hotels,
				  motels, boarding houses, or similar buildings shall have at least one master
				  switch at the main entry door that controls all permanently wired lighting
				  fixtures and switched receptacles, except those in the bathroom(s). Suites
				  shall have a control meeting these requirements at the entry to each room or at
				  the primary entry to the suite.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
CHAPTER 9
REFERENCED STANDARDS
Revise Chapter 9 to add the following:
ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA
							 90.1-2001
Energy Standard for Buildings
except Low-Rise Residential
Buildings
ASHRAE-2001
Handbook Fundamentals
NEMA TP1-1996
Guide for Determining Energy
Efficiency for Distribution
Transformers
NEMA TP2-1998
Standard Test Method for
Measuring the Energy
Consumption of Distribution
Transformers
NEMA TP3-2000
Standard for the Labeling of
Distribution Transformer
Efficiency
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(Effective January 1, 2003)
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APPENDIX
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Change all references for existing Appendix to "Appendix
				  A".
* Add new Appendix B to read as follows:
APPENDIX B
Throughout this Appendix there is information that may be
				  helpful in meeting and understanding the Georgia State Energy Code. In cases of
				  conflict, refer to the 2000 International Energy Conservation Code for
				  clarification.
CHECKLIST
Wood Framing
Low Rise Residential Use
To be filled out by permit applicant and presented to
				  Building Department at time permit is requested. A copy will be available at
				  the job site for CEO (Code Enforcement Officers) review.
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WINDOW PRODUCT RATING, CERTIFICATION, AND
				  LABELING
The Georgia Energy Code, Section 102.5.2 requires that
				  fenestration products, (window, glass door and skylight) shall be labeled with
				  its U-factor and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC). Fenestration products'
				  U-factor and SHGC shall be determined by an accredited, independent laboratory
				  in accordance with NFRC 100 for Ufactor and NFRC 200 for SHGC, or from default
				  values from Table 102.5.2(1) for U-factor and Table 102.5.2(3) for SHGC.
				  Manufacturers that label their products with NFRC U-factors and SHGCs shall
				  either use an NFRC label (see sample NFRC label below) or a label of their own
				  design. The label shall list as a minimum: U-factor, SHGC, frame type, number
				  of panes of glazing, whether the window is fixed or operable, and the type of
				  glazing tint, if present. The label shall contain the words "Meets Thermal
				  Break Criteria" if the product claims a U-factor based on a thermal-break
				  product.
National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) - U-factor
				  and SHGC
Below is a sample window label of NFRC-determined energy
				  performance values that code officials should look for during
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				  Transmittance" (VT) performance values. The Georgia Energy Code does not
				  establish minimum requirements for VT, but this and other information that
				  might be useful to builders, designers, consumers, and others (like air leakage
				  rates) may also be present on labels used by some manufacturers.
Default U-factor and SHGC
If NFRC 100 or NFRC 200 are not used to determine product
				  Ufactor and SHGC, then manufacturers shall obtain default values from Table
				  102.5.2(1) for U-factor and Table 102.5.2(3) for SHGC and label the product
				  with a "Default Window Label." Manufacturers or assemblers shall label their
				  products with default U-factors and SHGCs, for example, site built and shop
				  assembled windows without NFRC labels, shall follow the format of the sample
				  default label below. This label shall list as a minimum: Default U-factor from
				  Table 102.5.2(1), Default SHGC from Table 102.5.2(3), frame type, number of
				  panes of glazing, whether the window is fixed or operable, and the type of
				  glazing tint, if present. The label shall contain the words,"Meets Thermal
				  Break Criteria" if the product claims a U-factor based on a thermal-break
				  product:
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Wall R-value 35/8'' Steel Stud 16'' OC (Insulation plus
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"Single-Step" Residential Energy Code Compliance
				  Climate Zone 4B - South Georgia - Option 4B-1
You are "deemed to comply" with the
Georgia State
				  Energy Code for Buildings
if your residential structure meets the
				  following conditions:
1. Your building shall be a one or two family detached
				  dwelling built using wood framing.
2. Your building is three stories or less in height and not
				  larger than 5,000 square feet of conditioned area.
3. Your building site must be located in Climate Zone 4B, as
				  shown in the IECC 2000 Figure 302.1(11), an area of the state where the
				  climatic conditions of approximately 2,000 Heating Degree Days or less
				  apply.
4. You shall not make any substitutions of any kind for
				  R-values/ U-factors listed below.
5. Your window and door openings shall not exceed 18 percent
				  of the gross wall area.
6. You shall comply with code requirements for envelope air
				  sealing including all air tight, I.C. rated light fixtures in ceilings with
				  attics and seal all ductwork with mastic.
7. Equipment minimum efficiencies shall be observed: Gas
				  furnace: AFUE min 78%; A/C or Heat pump: SEER 10.0;
Heat pump: HSPF 6.8; other (explain) _________________
% Openings in gross area of exterior
				  wall1 18% Max.
Doors U-factor 0.55 Max.
Windows, Double Pane, U-factor2
				  0.65 Max.
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient
				  (SHGC)2 0.40 Max.
Ceiling insulation3 R-30
Wall cavity insulation R-13
Knee Wall insulation R-19
Wall Sheathing4 Plywood/OSB
Floor insulation R-11
Basement Masonry wall insulation R-5
Slab Perimeter insulation5 R-0
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1. "% Openings" is defined by the total area of the openings
				  of windows and doors divided by the total gross area of the exterior wall. %
				  Openings = 100 × (windows + doors) / (opaque walls + windows + doors).
2. Up to 5% of the window area may be exempt from meeting the
				  window U-factor and SHGC requirements to allow for decorative glazing.
3. Sloped ceilings, such as cathedral & tray ceilings,
				  which require batt insulation, may be insulated with R-19 batts, provided the
				  R-19 portion does not exceed 25% of the total ceiling area and provided that
				  the flat portions of the ceiling are insulated to R-30.
4. Insulating values for plywood, OSB or other structural
				  sheathing are already accounted for in the approach. Garage walls may be R-13
				  cavity insulation with gypsum on both sides.
5. Unheated slabs.
All R-values shall be printed on the actual insulation and be
				  stabilized R-values all Windows shall have labels listing U-factor, SHGC, and
				  Key Features
Foam Plastics
shall not be installed below grade
				  on foundation walls or below grade on slab foundations. These R-values may
				  result in some degree of "over-design". However, this method will apply to a
				  majority of one and two family residences built in South Georgia. If you must
				  change one or more of the R-values/U-factors listed to a lower R-value or
				  higher U-factor, then do not use this method.
No substitutions are
				  allowed here.
Instead, you may use one of the other methods to show
				  compliance, such as the Tradeoff Worksheet or the free MECcheck software
				  (available at
www.energycodes.gov
).
				  You may also use one of the Chapter 4, 5, or 6 approaches of the 2000 IECC with
				  Georgia modifications.
At the time a permit is requested, you shall show how you
				  plan to meet the Georgia Energy Code. When using the
				  "
Single-Step
"
Residential Energy Code Compliance
method, you may not be required to turn in additional paperwork to
				  obtain a building permit.
"Single-Step" Residential Energy Code Compliance
				  Climate Zone 5A - South Central Georgia - Option 5A-1
You are "deemed to comply" with the
Georgia State
				  Energy Code for Buildings
if your residential structure meets the
				  following conditions:
1. Your building shall be a one or two family detached
				  dwelling built using wood framing.
2. Your building is three stories or less in height and not
				  larger than 5,000 square feet of conditioned area.
3. Your building site must be located in Climate Zone 5A, as
				  shown in the IECC 2000 Figure 302.1(11), an area of the state where the
				  climatic conditions of approximately 2,500 Heating Degree Days or less
				  apply.
4. You shall not make any substitutions of any kind for
				  R-values/ U-factors listed below.
5. Your window and door openings shall not exceed 18 percent
				  of the gross wall area.
6. You shall comply with code requirements for envelope air
				  sealing including all air tight, I.C. rated light fixtures in ceilings with
				  attics and seal all ductwork with mastic.
7. Equipment minimum efficiencies shall be observed:
Gas furnace: AFUE min 78%; A/C or Heat pump: SEER
				  10.0;
Heat pump: HSPF 6.8; other (explain) ______________
% Openings in gross area of exterior
				  wall1 18% Max.
Doors U-factor 0.55 Max.
Windows, Double Pane, U-factor2
				  0.60 Max.
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient
				  (SHGC)2 0.40 Max.
Ceiling insulation3 R-30
Wall cavity insulation R-13
Knee Wall insulation R-19
Wall Sheathing4 Plywood/OSB
Floor Insulation R-11
Basement Masonry wall insulation R-5
Slab Perimeter insulation5 R-0
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1. "% Openings" is defined by the total area of the openings
				  of windows and doors divided by the total gross area of the exterior wall. %
				  Openings = 100 × (windows + doors) / (opaque walls + windows + doors).
2. Up to 5% of the window area may be exempt from meeting the
				  window U-factor and SHGC requirements to allow for decorative glazing.
3. Sloped ceilings, such as cathedral & tray ceilings,
				  which require batt insulation, may be insulated with R-19 batts, provided the
				  R-19 portion does not exceed 25% of the total ceiling area and provided the
				  flat portions of the ceiling are insulated to R-30.
4. Insulating values for plywood, OSB or other structural
				  sheathing are already accounted for in the approach. Garage walls may be R-13
				  cavity insulation with gypsum on both sides.
5. Unheated slabs.
All R-values shall be printed on the actual insulation and be
				  stabilized R-values All Windows shall have labels listing U-factor, SHGC, and
				  Key Features
Foam Plastics
shall not be installed below grade
				  on foundation walls or below grade on slab foundations. These R-values may
				  result in some degree of "over-design". However, this method will apply to a
				  majority of one and two family residences built in South Central Georgia. If
				  you must change one or more of the R-values/U-factors listed to a lower R-value
				  or higher U-factor, then do not use this method.
No substitutions are
				  allowed here.
Instead, you may use one of the other methods to show
				  compliance, such as the Tradeoff Worksheet or the free MECcheck software
				  (available at
www.energycodes.gov
).
				  You may also use one of the Chapter 4, 5, or 6 approaches of the 2000 IECC with
				  Georgia modifications.
At the time a permit is requested, you shall show how you
				  plan to meet the Georgia Energy Code. When using the
				  "
Single-Step
"
Residential Energy Code Compliance
method, you may not be required to turn in additional paperwork to
				  obtain a building permit.
"Single-Step" Residential Energy Code Compliance
				  Climate Zone 6B - Central Georgia - Option 6B-1 (R-30 ceiling, R-13 batt + R-2
				  sheathing, 0.55=Uwindow)
You are "deemed to comply" with the
Georgia State
				  Energy Code for Buildings
if your residential structure meets the
				  following conditions:
1. Your building shall be a one or two family detached
				  dwelling built using wood framing.
2. Your building is three stories or less in height and not
				  larger than 5,000 square feet of conditioned area.
3. Your building site must be located in Climate Zone 6B, as
				  shown in the IECC 2000 Figure 302.1(11), an area of the state where the
				  climatic conditions of approximately 3,000 Heating Degree Days or less
				  apply.
4. You shall not make any substitutions of any kind for
				  R-values/ U-factors listed below.
5. Your window and door openings shall not exceed 18 percent
				  of the gross wall area.
6. You shall comply with code requirements for envelope air
				  sealing including all air tight, I.C. rated light fixtures in ceilings with
				  attics and seal all ductwork with mastic.
7. Equipment minimum efficiencies shall be observed: Gas
				  furnace: AFUE min 78%; A/C or Heat pump: SEER 10.0; Heat pump: HSPF 6.8; other
				  (explain) __________
% Openings in gross area of exterior
				  wall1 18% Max.
Doors U-factor 0.55 Max.
Windows, Double Pane, U-factor2
				  0.55 Max.
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient
				  (SHGC)2 0.40 Max.
Ceiling insulation3 R-30
Wall cavity insulation R-13
Knee Wall insulation R-19
Insulating Sheathing4 R-2
Floor Insulation R-19
Basement Masonry wall insulation R-6
Slab Perimeter insulation5
				  R-0
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1. "% Openings" is defined by the total area of the openings
				  of windows and doors divided by the total gross area of the exterior wall. %
				  Openings = 100 × (windows + doors) / (opaque walls + windows + doors).
2. Up to 5% of the window area may be exempt from meeting the
				  window U-factor and SHGC requirements to allow for decorative glazing.
3. Sloped ceilings, such as cathedral & tray ceilings,
				  which require batt insulation, may be insulated with R-19 batts, provided the
				  R-19 portion does not exceed 25% of the total ceiling area and provided the
				  flat portions of the ceiling are insulated to R-30.
4. When the Exterior Wall R-value is cavity insulation and
				  continuous insulated sheathing, 25% of the gross wall area may be Plywood/OSB
				  (for corner bracing/structural requirements) or gypsum fastened direct to the
				  garage wall studs.
5. Unheated slabs.
All R-values shall be printed on the actual insulation and be
				  stabilized R-values all Windows shall have labels listing U-factor, SHGC, and
				  Key Features
Foam Plastics
shall not be installed below grade
				  on foundation walls or below grade on slab foundations. These R-values may
				  result in some degree of "over-design". However, this method will apply to a
				  majority of one and two family residences built in Central Georgia. If you must
				  change one or more of the R-values/U-factors listed to a lower R-value or
				  higher U-factor, then do not use this method.
No substitutions are
				  allowed here.
Instead, you may use one of the other methods to show
				  compliance, such as the Tradeoff Worksheet or the free MECcheck software
				  (available at
www.energycodes.gov
).
				  You may also use one of the Chapter 4, 5, or 6 approaches of the 2000 IECC with
				  Georgia modifications.
At the time a permit is requested, you shall show how you
				  plan to meet the Georgia Energy Code. When using the
				  "
Single-Step
"
Residential Energy Code Compliance
method, you may not be required to turn in additional paperwork to
				  obtain a building permit.
"Single-Step" Residential Energy Code Compliance
				  Climate Zone 6B - Central Georgia - Option 6B-2 (R-38 ceiling, R-13 batt,
				  0.55=Uwindow)
You are "deemed to comply" with the
Georgia State
				  Energy Code for Buildings
if your residential structure meets the
				  following conditions:
1. Your building shall be a one or two family detached
				  dwelling built using wood framing.
2. Your building is three stories or less in height and not
				  larger than 5,000 square feet of conditioned area.
3. Your building site must be located in Climate Zone 6B, as
				  shown in the IECC 2000 Figure 302.1(11), an area of the state where the
				  climatic conditions of approximately 3,000 Heating Degree Days or less
				  apply.
4. You shall not make any substitutions of any kind for
				  R-values/ U-factors listed below.
5. Your window and door openings shall not exceed 18 percent
				  of the gross wall area.
6. You shall comply with code requirements for envelope air
				  sealing including all air tight, I.C. rated light fixtures in ceilings with
				  attics and seal all ductwork with mastic.
7. Equipment minimum efficiencies shall be observed:
Gas furnace: AFUE min 78%; A/C or Heat pump: SEER 10.0; Heat
				  pump: HSPF 6.8; other (explain) % _____________________
Openings in gross area of exterior
				  wall1 18% Max.
Doors U-factor 0.55 Max.
Windows, Double Pane, U-factor2
				  0.55 Max.
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient
				  (SHGC)2 0.40 Max.
Ceiling insulation3 R-38
Wall cavity insulation R-13
Knee Wall insulation R-19
Wall Sheathing 4
				  Plywood/OSB
Insulating Sheathing4 R-3
Floor Insulation R-19
Basement Masonry wall insulation R-6
Slab Perimeter insulation5
				  R-0
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1. "% Openings" is defined by the total area of the openings
				  of windows and doors divided by the total gross area of the exterior wall. %
				  Openings = 100 × (windows + doors) / (opaque walls + windows + doors).
2. Up to 5% of the window area may be exempt from meeting the
				  window U-factor and SHGC requirements to allow for decorative glazing.
3. Sloped ceilings, such as cathedral & tray ceilings,
				  which require batt insulation, may be insulated with R-19 batts, provided the
				  R-19 portion does not exceed 25% of the total ceiling area and provided the
				  flat portions of the ceiling are insulated to R-30.
4. Insulating values for plywood, OSB or other structural
				  sheathing are already accounted for in the approach. Garage walls may be R-13
				  cavity insulation with gypsum on both sides.
5. Unheated slabs.
All R-values shall be printed on the actual insulation and be
				  stabilized R-values all Windows shall have labels listing U-factor, SHGC, and
				  Key Features
Foam Plastics
shall not be installed below grade
				  on foundation walls or below grade on slab foundations. These R-values may
				  result in some degree of "over-design". However, this method will apply to a
				  majority of one and two family residences built in Central Georgia. If you must
				  change one or more of the R-values/U-factors listed to a lower R-value or
				  higher U-factor, then do not use this method.
No substitutions are
				  allowed here.
Instead, you may use one of the other methods to show
				  compliance, such as the Tradeoff Worksheet or the free MECcheck software
				  (available at
www.energycodes.gov
).
				  You may also use one of the Chapter 4, 5, or 6 approaches of the 2000 IECC with
				  Georgia modifications.
At the time a permit is requested, you shall show how you
				  plan to meet the Georgia Energy Code. When using the
				  "
Single-Step
"
Residential Energy Code Compliance
method, you may not be required to turn in additional paperwork to
				  obtain a building permit.
"Single-Step" Residential Energy Code Compliance
				  Climate Zone 7A - Greater Atlanta Area - Option 7A-1 (R-30 ceiling, R-13 batt +
				  R-3 sheathing, 0.55=Uwindow)
You are "deemed to comply" with the
Georgia State
				  Energy Code for Buildings
if your residential structure meets the
				  following conditions:
1. Your building shall be a one or two family detached
				  dwelling built using wood framing.
2. Your building is three stories or less in height and not
				  larger than 5,000 square feet of conditioned area.
3. Your building site must be located in Climate Zone 7A, as
				  shown in the IECC 2000 Figure 302.1(11), an area of the state where the
				  climatic conditions of approximately 3,500 Heating Degree Days or less
				  apply.
4. You shall not make any substitutions of any kind for
				  R-values/ U-factors listed below.
5. Your window and door openings shall not exceed 18 percent
				  of the gross wall area.
6. You shall comply with code requirements for envelope air
				  sealing including all air tight, I.C. rated light fixtures in ceilings with
				  attics and seal all ductwork with mastic.
7. Equipment minimum efficiencies shall be observed:
Gas furnace: AFUE min 78%; A/C or Heat pump: SEER 10.0; Heat
				  pump: HSPF 6.8; other (explain) __________________________
% Openings in gross area of exterior
				  wall1 18% Max.
Doors U-factor 0.35 Max.
Windows, Double Pane, U-factor2
				  0.55 Max.
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient
				  (SHGC)2 0.40 Max.
Ceiling insulation3 R-30
Wall cavity insulation R-13
Knee Wall insulation R-19
Insulating Sheathing4 R-3
Floor Insulation R-19
Basement Masonry wall insulation R-7
Slab Perimeter insulation5
				  R-0
___________________
1. "% Openings" is defined by the total area of the openings
				  of windows and doors divided by the total gross area of the exterior wall. %
				  Openings = 100 × (windows + doors) / (opaque walls + windows + doors).
2. Up to 5% of the window area may be exempt from meeting the
				  window U-factor and SHGC requirements to allow for decorative glazing.
3. Sloped ceilings, such as cathedral & tray ceilings,
				  which require batt insulation, may be insulated with R-19 batts, provided the
				  R-19 portion does not exceed 25% of the total ceiling area and provided the
				  flat portions of the ceiling are insulated to obtain full height R-30.
4. When the Exterior Wall R-value is cavity insulation and
				  continuous insulated sheathing, 25% of the gross wall area may be Plywood/OSB
				  (for corner bracing/structural requirements) or gypsum fastened direct to the
				  garage wall studs.
5. Unheated slabs.
All R-values shall be printed on the actual insulation and be
				  stabilized R-values all Windows shall have labels listing U-factor, SHGC, and
				  Key Features
Foam Plastics
shall not be installed below grade
				  on foundation walls or below grade on slab foundations. These R-values may
				  result in some degree of "over-design". However, this method will apply to a
				  majority of one and two family residences built in the Greater Atlanta area. If
				  you must change one or more of the R-values/U-factors listed to a lower R-value
				  or higher U-factor, then do not use this method.
No substitutions are
				  allowed here.
Instead, you may use one of the other methods to show
				  compliance, such as the Tradeoff Worksheet or the free MECcheck software
				  (available at
www.energycodes.gov
).
				  You may also use one of the Chapter 4, 5, or 6 approaches of the 2000 IECC with
				  Georgia modifications.
At the time a permit is requested, you shall show how you
				  plan to meet the Georgia Energy Code. When using the
				  "
Single-Step
"
Residential Energy Code Compliance
method, you may not be required to turn in additional paperwork to
				  obtain a building permit.
"Single-Step" Residential Energy Code
				  Compliance
Climate Zone 7A - Greater Atlanta Area - Option
				  7A-2
(R-38 ceiling, R-15 batt + OSB/Plywood)
You are "deemed to comply" with the
Georgia State
				  Energy Code for Buildings
if your residential structure meets the
				  following conditions:
1. Your building shall be a one or two family detached
				  dwelling built using wood framing.
2. Your building is three stories or less in height and not
				  larger than 5,000 square feet of conditioned area.
3. Your building site must be located in Climate Zone 7A, as
				  shown in the IECC 2000 Figure 302.1(11), an area of the state where the
				  climatic conditions of approximately 3,500 Heating Degree Days or less
				  apply.
4. You shall not make any substitutions of any kind for
				  R-values/ U-factors listed below.
5. Your window and door openings shall not exceed 18 percent
				  of the gross wall area.
6. You shall comply with code requirements for envelope air
				  sealing including all air tight, I.C. rated light fixtures in ceilings with
				  attics and seal all ductwork with mastic.
7. Equipment minimum efficiencies shall be observed:
Gas furnace: AFUE min 78%; A/C or Heat pump: SEER 10.0; Heat
				  pump: HSPF 6.8; other (explain) ___________________________
% Openings in gross area of exterior
				  wall1 18% Max.
Doors U-factor 0.35 Max.
Windows, Double Pane, U-factor2
				  0.55 Max.
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient
				  (SHGC)2 0.40 Max.
Ceiling insulation3 R-38
Wall cavity insulation R-15
Knee Wall insulation R-19
Wall Sheathing4 Plywood/OSB
Floor Insulation R-19
Basement Masonry wall insulation R-7
Slab Perimeter insulation5
				  R-0
___________________
1. "% Openings" is defined by the total area of the openings
				  of windows and doors divided by the total gross area of the exterior wall. %
				  Openings = 100 × (windows + doors) / (opaque walls + windows + doors).
2. Up to 5% of the window area may be exempt from meeting the
				  window U-factor and SHGC requirements to allow for decorative glazing.
3. Sloped ceilings, such as cathedral & tray ceilings,
				  which require batt insulation, may be insulated with R-19 batts, provided the
				  R-19 portion does not exceed 25% of the total ceiling area and provided the
				  flat portions of the ceiling are insulated to R-38.
4. Insulating values for plywood, OSB or other structural
				  sheathing are already accounted for in the approach. Garage walls may be R-13
				  cavity insulation with gypsum on both sides.
5. Unheated slabs.
All R-values shall be printed on the actual insulation and be
				  stabilized R-values all Windows shall have labels listing U-factor, SHGC, and
				  Key Features
Foam Plastics
shall not be installed below grade
				  on foundation walls or below grade on slab foundations. These R-values may
				  result in some degree of "over-design". However, this method will apply to a
				  majority of one and two family residences built in the Greater Atlanta area. If
				  you must change one or more of the R-values/U-factors listed to a lower R-value
				  or higher U-factor, then do not use this method.
No substitutions are
				  allowed here
.
Instead, you may use one of the other methods to show
				  compliance, such as the Tradeoff Worksheet or the free MECcheck software
				  (available at
www.energycodes.gov
).
				  You may also use one of the Chapter 4, 5, or 6 approaches of the 2000 IECC with
				  Georgia modifications.
At the time a permit is requested, you shall show how you
				  plan to meet the Georgia Energy Code. When using the
				  "
Single-Step
"
Residential Energy Code Compliance
method, you may not be required to turn in additional paperwork to
				  obtain a building permit.
"Single-Step" Residential Energy Code
				  Compliance
Climate Zone 7A - Greater Atlanta Area - Option
				  7A-3
(R-30 ceiling, R-13 batt, 0.45=Uwindow)
You are "deemed to comply" with the
Georgia State
				  Energy Code for Buildings
if your residential structure meets the
				  following conditions:
1. Your building shall be a one or two family detached
				  dwelling built using wood framing.
2. Your building is three stories or less in height and not
				  larger than 5,000 square feet of conditioned area.
3. Your building site must be located in Climate Zone 7A, as
				  shown in the IECC 2000 Figure 302.1(11), an area of the state where the
				  climatic conditions of approximately 3,500 Heating Degree Days or less
				  apply.
4. You shall not make any substitutions of any kind for
				  R-values/ U-factors listed below.
5. Your window and door openings shall not exceed 18 percent
				  of the gross wall area.
6. You shall comply with code requirements for envelope air
				  sealing including all air tight, I.C. rated light fixtures in ceilings with
				  attics and seal all ductwork with mastic.
7. Equipment minimum efficiencies shall be observed:
8. Gas furnace: AFUE min 78%; A/C or Heat pump: SEER 10.0;
				  Heat pump: HSPF 6.8; other (explain) _____________________________
% Openings in gross area of exterior
				  wall1 18% Max.
Doors U-factor 0.55 Max.
Windows, Double Pane, U-factor2
				  0.45 Max.
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient
				  (SHGC)2 0.40 Max.
Ceiling insulation3 R-30
Wall cavity insulation R-13
Knee Wall insulation R-19
Wall Sheathing4 Plywood/OSB
Floor Insulation R-19
Basement Masonry wall insulation R-7
Slab Perimeter insulation5
				  R-0
___________________
1. "% Openings" is defined by the total area of the openings
				  of windows and doors divided by the total gross area of the exterior wall. %
				  Openings = 100 × (windows + doors) / (opaque walls + windows + doors).
2. Up to 5% of the window area may be exempt from meeting the
				  window U-factor and SHGC requirements to allow for decorative glazing.
3. Sloped ceilings, such as cathedral & tray ceilings,
				  which require batt insulation, may be insulated with R-19 batts, provided the
				  R-19 portion does not exceed 25% of the total ceiling area and provided the
				  flat portions of the ceiling are insulated to R-30. 4. Insulating values for
				  plywood, OSB or other structural sheathing are already accounted for in the
				  approach. Garage walls may be R-13 cavity insulation with gypsum on both sides.
5. Unheated slabs.
All R-values shall be printed on the actual insulation and be
				  stabilized R-values all Windows shall have labels listing U-factor, SHGC, and
				  Key Features
Foam Plastics
shall not be installed below grade
				  on foundation walls or below grade on slab foundations. These R-values may
				  result in some degree of "over-design". However, this method will apply to a
				  majority of one and two family residences built in the Greater Atlanta area. If
				  you must change one or more of the R-values/U-factors listed to a lower R-value
				  or higher U-factor, then do not use this method.
No substitutions are
				  allowed here.
Instead, you may use one of the other methods to show
				  compliance, such as the Tradeoff Worksheet or the free MECcheck software
				  (available at
www.energycodes.gov
).
				  You may also use one of the Chapter 4, 5, or 6 approaches of the 2000 IECC with
				  Georgia modifications.
At the time a permit is requested, you shall show how you
				  plan to meet the Georgia Energy Code. When using the
				  "
Single-Step
"
Residential Energy Code Compliance
method, you may not be required to turn in additional paperwork to
				  obtain a building permit.
"Single-Step" Residential Energy Code Compliance
Climate Zone 8 - North Georgia - Option 8-1
(R-38 ceiling, R-13 batt + R-3 Sheathing)
You are "deemed to comply" with the
Georgia State
				  Energy Code for Buildings
if your residential structure meets the
				  following conditions:
1. Your building shall be a one or two family detached
				  dwelling built using wood framing.
2. Your building is three stories or less in height and not
				  larger than 5,000 square feet of conditioned area.
3. Your building site must be located in Climate Zone 8, as
				  shown in the IECC 2000 Figure 302.1(11), an area of the state where the
				  climatic conditions of approximately 4,000 Heating Degree Days or less
				  apply.
4. You shall not make any substitutions of any kind for
				  R-values/ U-factors listed below.
5. Your window and door openings shall not exceed 18 percent
				  of the gross wall area.
6. You shall comply with code requirements for envelope air
				  sealing including all air tight, I.C. rated light fixtures in ceilings with
				  attics and seal all ductwork with mastic.
7. Equipment minimum efficiencies shall be observed:
Gas furnace: AFUE min 78%; A/C or Heat pump: SEER 10.0; Heat
				  pump: HSPF 6.8; other (explain) _________________________
% Openings in gross area of exterior
				  wall1 18% Max.
Doors U-factor 0.55 Max.
Windows, Double Pane, U-factor2
				  0.50 Max.
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient
				  (SHGC)2 0.40 Max.
Ceiling insulation3 R-38
Wall cavity insulation R-13
Knee Wall insulation R-19
Insulating Sheathing4 R-3
Floor Insulation R-19
Basement Masonry wall insulation R-8
Slab Perimeter insulation5
				  R-0
___________________
1. "% Openings" is defined by the total area of the openings
				  of windows and doors divided by the total gross area of the exterior wall. %
				  Openings = 100 × (windows + doors) / (opaque walls + windows + doors).
2. Up to 5% of the window area may be exempt from meeting the
				  window U-factor and SHGC requirements to allow for decorative glazing.
3. Sloped ceilings, such as cathedral & tray ceilings,
				  which require batt insulation, may be insulated with R-19 batts, provided the
				  R-19 portion does not exceed 25% of the total ceiling area and provided the
				  flat portions of the ceiling are insulated to R-38. 4. When the exterior Wall
				  R-value is cavity insulation and continuous insulated sheathing, 25% of the
				  gross wall area may be Plywood/OSB (for corner bracing/structural requirements)
				  or gypsum fastened direct to the garage wall studs.
5. Unheated slabs.
All R-values shall be printed on the actual insulation and be
				  stabilized R-values all Windows shall have labels listing U-factor, SHGC, and
				  Key Features
Foam Plastics
shall not be installed below grade
				  on foundation walls or below grade on slab foundations. These R-values may
				  result in some degree of "over-design". However, this method will apply to a
				  majority of one and two family residences built in North Georgia. If you must
				  change one or more of the R-values/U-factors listed to a lower R-value or
				  higher U-factor, then do not use this method.
No substitutions are
				  allowed here.
Instead, you may use one of the other methods to show
				  compliance, such as the Tradeoff Worksheet or the free MECcheck software
				  (available at
www.energycodes.gov
).
				  You may also use one of the Chapter 4, 5, or 6 approaches of the 2000 IECC with
				  Georgia modifications.
At the time a permit is requested, you shall show how you
				  plan to meet the Georgia Energy Code. When using the
				  "
Single-Step
"
Residential Energy Code Compliance
method, you may not be required to turn in additional paperwork to
				  obtain a building permit.
"Single-Step" Residential Energy Code
				  Compliance
Climate Zone 8 - North Georgia - Option
				  8-2
(R-38 ceiling, R-13 batt + OSB/Plywood)
You are "deemed to comply" with the
Georgia State
				  Energy Code for Buildings
if your residential structure meets the
				  following conditions:
1. Your building shall be a one or two family detached
				  dwelling built using wood framing.
2. Your building is three stories or less in height and not
				  larger than 5,000 square feet of conditioned area.
3. Your building site must be located in Climate Zone 8, as
				  shown in the IECC 2000 Figure 302.1(11), an area of the state where the
				  climatic conditions of approximately 4,000 Heating Degree Days or less
				  apply.
4. You shall not make any substitutions of any kind for
				  R-values/ U-factors listed below.
5. Your window and door openings shall not exceed 18 percent
				  of the gross wall area.
6. You shall comply with code requirements for envelope air
				  sealing including all air tight, I.C. rated light fixtures in ceilings with
				  attics and seal all ductwork with mastic.
7. Equipment minimum efficiencies shall be observed:
Gas furnace: AFUE min 78%; A/C or Heat pump: SEER 10.0; Heat
				  pump: HSPF 6.8; other (explain) _________________________
% Openings in gross area of exterior
				  wall1 18% Max.
Doors U-factor 0.35 Max.
Windows, Double Pane, U-factor2
				  0.45 Max.
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient
				  (SHGC)2 0.40 Max.
Ceiling insulation3 R-38
Wall cavity insulation R-13
Knee Wall insulation R-19
Wall Sheathing4 Plywood/OSB
Floor Insulation R-19
Basement Masonry wall insulation R-8
Slab Perimeter insulation5
				  R-0
___________________
1. "% Openings" is defined by the total area of the openings
				  of windows and doors divided by the total gross area of the exterior wall. %
				  Openings = 100 × (windows + doors) / (opaque walls + windows + doors).
2. Up to 5% of the window area may be exempt from meeting the
				  window U-factor and SHGC requirements to allow for decorative glazing.
3. Sloped ceilings, such as cathedral & tray ceilings,
				  which require batt insulation, may be insulated with R-19 batts, provided the
				  R-19 portion does not exceed 25% of the total ceiling area and provided the
				  flat portions of the ceiling are insulated to R-38. 4. Insulating values for
				  plywood, OSB or other structural sheathing are already accounted for in the
				  approach. Garage walls may be R-13 cavity insulation with gypsum on both sides.
5. Unheated slabs.
All R-values shall be printed on the actual insulation and be
				  stabilized R-values all Windows shall have labels listing U-factor, SHGC, and
				  Key Features
Foam Plastics
shall not be installed below grade
				  on foundation walls or below grade on slab foundations. These R-values may
				  result in some degree of "over-design". However, this method will apply to a
				  majority of one and two family residences built in North Georgia. If you must
				  change one or more of the R-values/U-factors listed to a lower R-value or
				  higher U-factor, then do not use this method.
No substitutions are
				  allowed here.
Instead, you may use one of the other methods to show
				  compliance, such as the Tradeoff Worksheet or the free MECcheck software
				  (available at
www.energycodes.gov
).
				  You may also use one of the Chapter 4, 5, or 6 approaches of the 2000 IECC with
				  Georgia modifications.
At the time a permit is requested, you shall show how you
				  plan to meet the Georgia Energy Code. When using the
				  "
Single-Step
"
Residential Energy Code Compliance
method, you may not be required to turn in additional paperwork to
				  obtain a building permit.
Appendix
BUILDING ENVELOPE
The elements of a building which enclose conditioned spaces
				  through which thermal energy is capable of being transferred to or from the
				  exterior or to or from spaces exempted by the provisions of Section 101.4.1.
				  -
2000 IECC
The
building envelope
is the barrier that
				  separates the conditioned space from the outside or unconditioned spaces. The
				  building envelope consists of two parts - an air barrier and a thermal barrier
				  that must be both continuous and contiguous (touching each other). In a typical
				  residence, the building envelope consists of the roof, walls, windows, doors,
				  and foundation. Examples of unconditioned spaces include attics, vented
				  crawlspaces, basements with ceiling insulation and no HVAC supply registers,
				  and garages.
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				  separates conditioned space from an unconditioned attic. In Georgia, knee walls
				  must be insulated to R-19. An attic-side air barrier (OSB, foil-faced
				  sheathing, etc.) is recommended.
** Note: Although there is nothing to prevent the garage
				  walls from being insulated, due to indoor air quality concerns, the garage
				  should never be considered inside the building envelope.
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"SINGLE-STEP" COMPLIANCE
FOR SIMPLE COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS
The Single-Step compliance procedure is available only for
				  small commercial buildings with simple HVAC systems. If you demonstrate that
				  your building complies with this procedure, you are deemed to comply with the
				  Georgia State Energy Code. You shall complete the documentation on
all
of the enclosed forms for Envelope, Lighting, and HVAC and Water Heating
				  systems and equipment.
Eligible buildings shall meet
all
of the
				  following requirements:
1) Two stories or less.
2) 25,000 ft2 or less gross floor area.
3) Maximum glazing area is 25% of the above-grade gross wall
				  area.
4) Each HVAC system serves a single zone, controlled by a
				  single thermostat in the zone being served.
5) Cooling (if any) is provided by one or more air-cooled
				  (unitary packaged or split system) air conditioners or geothermal heat pumps
				  that do not exceed 20 tons (each).*
6) Primary heating (if any) is provided by one or more
				  air-cooled (unitary packaged or split system) heat pumps (with internal
				  supplemental electrical resistance heat, if needed), geothermal heat pumps, or
				  fuel-fired furnaces. Supplemental individual electric resistance heaters are
				  limited to a maximum of 5 kW each.*
7) The outside air quality is 3,000 cfm or less and shall be
				  less than 70% of the total supply air.
* Note: Hydronic or steam distribution systems are not
				  permitted under this Single Step approach.
Failure to meet all of the above criteria precludes use of
				  the Single Step compliance forms. All other commercial buildings shall
				  demonstrate compliance with any of the other compliance pathways of the Georgia
				  State Energy Code for commercial buildings, and include submittal of proof of
				  compliance.
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ONE AND TWO FAMILY DWELLING CODE
(International Residential Code for One and Two Family
				  Dwellings)
The CABO ONE AND TWO FAMILY DWELLING CODE (International
				  Residential Code for One and Two Family Dwellings), 2000 Edition, published by
				  the Southern Building Code Congress International, Inc., when used in
				  conjunction with these Georgia Amendments, shall constitute the official
Georgia State Minimum Standard One and Two Family Dwelling Code.
THESE AMENDMENTS ARE TO BE USED IN ADDITION TO THOSE
				  AMENDMENTS ADOPTED EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2002. WHEN USED TOGETHER THEY
				  CONSTITUTE THE OFFICIAL GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD ONE AND TWO FAMILY
				  DWELLING CODE.
Plumbing (Chapters 25 through 32) are deleted from the
CABO One and Two Family Dwelling Code
according to Title 8,
				  Chapter 2, Article 1, Part of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated.
Electrical (Chapters 33 through 42) are deleted and
				  substitute for Electrical requirements the Georgia State Minimum Standard
				  ElectricalCode (
National Electrical Code
).
Appendices
Appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically
				  referenced in the body of the code or adopted for enforcement in the ordinance
				  of the authority having jurisdiction.
GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS
CODE REFERENCE:
(a) Change all references from the ICC Electrical Code to the
				  Georgia State Minimum Standard National Electrical Code.
(b) Change all references from the International Energy
				  Conservation Code to the Georgia State Energy Code for Buildings. The Georgia
				  State Energy Code for Buildings shall be used for heating and air conditioning
				  equipment.
Scope
The provisions of the CABO One and Two Family Dwelling Code
				  (International Residential Code for One and Two Family Dwellings) shall apply
				  to the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair,
				  equipment, use and occupancy, location, removal and demolition of detached one
				  and two family dwellings and multiple single family dwellings (townhouses) not
				  more than three stories in height with a separate means of egress and their
				  accessory structures.
GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM
REQUIREMENTS FOR BOILER/WATER HEATERS AND
PRESSURE VESSELS
(a) The State's Minimum Requirements for Boiler/Water Heaters
				  and Pressure Vessels, over 200,000 BTU (58.56 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 (Effective
				  January 1, 2002).
*
Revise the CABO One and Two Family Dwelling Code
				  (International Residential Code for One and Two Family Dwellings), 2000
				  Edition, as follows:
CHAPTER 2
DEFINITIONS
* Revise Section R202 by adding the following
				  definition:
VALVE
Point of Delivery Service Shutoff.
The point of
				  delivery for normal gas systems is the outlet of the service meter assembly or
				  the outlet of the service regulator or service shutoff valve where a meter is
				  not provided. Where a valve is provided at the outlet of the service meter
				  assembly, such valve shall be considered to be downstream of the point of
				  delivery. The point of delivery for undiluted liquefied petroleum gas systems
				  is the outlet of the first stage pressure regulator that provides utilization
				  pressure, exclusive of line gas regulators, in the system. (Effective January
				  1, 2003)
SECTION R703
EXTERIOR COVERING
* Add the following exceptions to Section R703.7:
R703.7 Stone and masonry veneer, general.
All
				  stone and masonry veneer shall be installed in accordance with this chapter,
				  Table 703.4 and Figure R703.7. Such veneers installed over a backing of wood or
				  cold-formed steel shall be limited to the first story above grade and shall not
				  exceed 5 inches (127 mm) in thickness.
Exceptions:
3. For detached one and two family dwellings with a maximum
				  nominal thickness of 4 inches (102 mm) of exterior masonry veneer with a
				  backing of wood frame located in Seismic Design Category D1, the masonry veneer
				  shall not exceed 20 feet (6096 mm) in height above a noncombustible foundation,
				  with an additional 8 feet (2438 mm) permitted for gabled ends, or 30 feet (9144
				  mm) in height with an additional 8 feet (2438 mm) permitted for gabled ends
				  where the lower 10 feet (3048 mm) has a backing of concrete or masonry wall
				  provided the following criteria are met:
3.1 Braced wall panels shall be constructed with a minimum of
				  7/16 inch (11.1 mm) thick sheathing fastened with 8d common nails at 4 inches
				  (102 mm) on center on panel edges and at 12 inches (305 mm) on center on
				  intermediate supports.
3.2 The bracing of the top story shall be located at each end
				  and at least every 25 feet (7620 mm) on center but not less than 45% of the
				  braced wall line. The bracing of the first story shall be as provided in Table
				  R602.10.3.
3.3 Hold down connectors shall be provided at the ends of
				  braced walls for the second floor to first floor wall assembly with an
				  allowable design of 2100 lbs. (952 kg). Hold down connectors shall be provided
				  at the ends of each wall segment of the braced walls for the first floor to
				  foundation assembly with an allowable design of 3700 lbs. (1678 kg). In all
				  cases, the hold down connector force shall be transferred to the
				  foundation.
3.4 Cripple walls shall not be permitted.
4. For detached one and two-family dwellings with a maximum
				  actual thickness of 3 inches (76 mm) of exterior masonry veneer with a backing
				  of wood frame located in Seismic Design Category D2, the masonry veneer shall
				  not exceed 20 feet (6096 mm) in height above a noncombustible foundation, with
				  an additional 8 feet (2438 mm) permitted for gabled ends, or 30 feet (9144 mm)
				  in height with an additional 8 feet (2438 mm) permitted for gabled ends where
				  the lower 10 feet (3048 mm) has a backing of concrete or masonry wall, provided
				  the following criteria are met:
4.1 Braced wall panels shall be constructed with a minimum of
				  7/16 inch (11.1 mm) thick sheathing fastened with 8d common nails at 4 inches
				  (102 mm) on center on panel edges and at 12 inches (305 mm) on center on
				  intermediate supports.
4.2 The bracing of the top story shall be located at each end
				  and at least every 25 feet (7620 mm) on center but not less than 55% of the
				  braced wall line. The bracing of the first story shall be as provided in Table
				  R602.10.3.
4.3 Hold down connectors shall be provided at the ends of
				  braced walls for the second floor to first floor wall assembly with an
				  allowable design of 2300 lbs. (1043 kg). Hold down connectors shall be provided
				  at the ends of each wall segment of the braced walls for the first floor to
				  foundation assembly with an allowable design of 3900 lbs. (1769 kg). In all
				  cases, the hold down connector force shall be transferred to the
				  foundation.
4.4 Cripple walls shall not be permitted.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
* Revise Section R703.7.4.1.2 to read as follows:
R703.7.4.1.2 Seismic Design Categories D
1
				  and D2.
In Seismic Design Categories D1 and D2, provide single-wire
				  joint reinforcement, a minimum of No. 9 gage, at a spacing of 18 inches (457
				  mm) on center vertically. The joint reinforcement shall be continuous in the
				  veneer bed joint, with lap splices permitted between the veneer ties.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
CHAPTER 24
FUEL GAS
SECTION G2419 (409)
GAS SHUTOFF VALVES
* Add new Section G2419.2.1 to read as follows:
G2419.2.1 Point of Delivery Service Valve.
Where
				  the point of delivery is the outlet of the service meter assembly, or the
				  outlet of the service regulator a service shutoff valve shall be installed.
				  Such valve is considered to be part of the customer piping system. (Effective
				  January 1, 2003)
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GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM
STANDARD BUILDING CODE
(INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE)
The STANDARD BUILDING CODE (International Building Code),
				  2000 Edition, published by the Southern Building Code Congress International,
				  Inc., when used in conjuction with these Georgia Amendments, shall constitute
				  the official
Georgia State Minimum Stnadard Building Code.
THESE AMENDMENTS ARE TO BE USED IN ADDITION TO THOSE
				  AMENDMENTS ADOPTED EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2002. WHEN USED TOGETHER, THEY
				  CONSTITUTE THE OFFICIAL GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD BUILDING CODE.
GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS
CODE REFERENCE:
(a) Change all references from the ICC Electrical Code to the
				  Georgia State Minimum Standard National Electrical Code respectively.
(b) Change all references from the International Energy
				  Conservation Code to the Georgia State Energy Code for Buildings. The Georgia
				  State Energy Code for Buildings shall be used for efficiency and coefficient of
				  ratings of equipment.
SCOPE:
The provisions of the Georgia State Minimum Standard Building
				  Code (International 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 of
				  any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures.
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 CABO One and Two Family Dwelling Code (International Residential
				  Code).
Appendices
Appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically
				  referenced in the body of the code or adopted for enforcement in the ordinance
				  of the authority having jurisdiction.
*
Revise the Standard Building Code (International
				  Building Code), 2000 Edition, as follows:
CHAPTER 23
WOOD
SECTION 2308
CONVENTIONAL LIGHT-FRAME CONSTRUCTION
* Revise Section 2308.11.2 to add the following
				  exceptions:
Section 2308.11.2 Concrete or masonry.
Concrete
				  or masonry walls, or masonry veneer shall not extend above the basement.
Exceptions:
3. Masonry veneer is permitted to be used in the first two
				  stories above grade in Seismic Design Categories B or C provided the following
				  criteria are met:
3.1 "Type of Brace" per Section 2308.9.3 shall be Method 3
				  and the allowable shear capacity per Table 2306.4.1 shall be a minimum of 350
				  plf (5108 N/m) (ASD).
3.2 The bracing of the top story shall be located at each end
				  and at least every 25 feet (7620 mm) on center but not less than 40% of the
				  braced wall line. The bracing of the first story shall be located at each end
				  and at least every 25 feet (7620 mm) on center but not less than 35% of the
				  braced wall line.
3.3 Hold down connectors shall be provided at the ends of
				  braced walls for the second floor to first floor wall assembly with an
				  allowable design of 2000 lbs. (907.0 kg). Hold down connectors shall be
				  provided at the ends of each wall segment of the braced walls for the first
				  floor to foundation assembly with an allowable design of 3900 lbs. (1768 kg).
				  In all cases, the hold down connector force shall be transferred to the
				  foundation.
3.4 Cripple walls shall not be permitted.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
* Revise Section 2308.12.2 to add the following
				  exceptions:
Section 2308.12.2 Concrete or masonry.
Concrete
				  or masonry walls, or masonry veneer shall not extend above the basement.
Exceptions:
Masonry veneer is permitted to be
				  used in the first story above grade in Seismic Design Category D provided the
				  following criteria are met:
1. "Type of Brace" per Section 2308.9.3 shall be Method 3 and
				  the allowable shear capacity per Table 2306.4.1 shall be a minimum of 350 plf
				  (5108 N/m) (ASD).
2. The bracing of the first story shall be located at each
				  end and at least every 25 feet (7620 mm) on center but not less than 45% of the
				  braced wall line.
3. Hold down connectors shall be provided at the ends of
				  braced walls for the first floor to foundation assembly with an allowable
				  design of 2100 lbs. (952.5 kg).
4. Cripple walls shall not be permitted. (Effective January
				  1, 2003)
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GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM
STANDARD PLUMBING CODE
(INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE)
The STANDARD PLUMBING CODE (International Plumbing Code),
				  2000 Edition, published by the Southern Building Code Congress International,
				  Inc., when used in conjunction with these Georgia Amendments, shall constitute
				  the official
Georgia State Minimum Standard Plumbing Code.
THESE AMENDMENTS ARE TO BE USED IN ADDITION TO THOSE
				  AMENDMENTS ADOPTED EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2001 AND 2002. WHEN USED TOGETHER, THEY
				  CONSTITUTE THE OFFICIAL GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD PLUMBING CODE.
Appendices
Appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically
				  referenced in the body of the code or adopted for enforcement in the ordinance
				  of the authority having jurisdiction.
GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS
CODE REFERENCE:
(a) Change all references from the ICC Electrical Code to the
				  Georgia State Minimum Standard National Electrical Code respectively.
(b) The Georgia State Energy Code for Buildings shall be used
				  for efficiency and coefficient of ratings of plumbing equipment.
Scope:
The provisions of the Georgia State Minimum Standard Plumbing
				  Code shall apply to the erection, installation, alteration, replacement,
				  repairs, relocation, addition to, use or maintenance of plumbing systems within
				  the State of Georgia. The installation of fuel gas distribution piping and
				  equipment, fuel gas-fired water heaters, and water heater venting systems shall
				  be regulated by
NFPA 54 (National Fuel Gas Code).
REQUIREMENTS FOR BOILER/WATER HEATERS AND PRESSURE
				  VESSELS
(a) The State's Minimum requirements for Boiler/Water Heaters
				  and Pressure Vessels over 200,000 BTU (58.56 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. (Effective
				  January 1, 2002)
*
Revise the Standard Plumbing Code (International
				  Plumbing Code), 2000 Edition, as follows:
CHAPTER 3
GENERAL REGULATIONS
SECTION 304
RODENTPROOFING
* Revise Section 304.4 Openings for pipes to read as
				  follows:
304.4 Openings for Pipes.
In or on structures
				  where openings have been made in walls, floors or ceilings for the passage of
				  pipes, such openings shall be sealed through the use of metal collars or other
				  approved methods.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
CHAPTER 4
FIXTURES, FAUCETS AND FITTINGS
SECTION 401
GENERAL
* Add new Section 401.4 to read as follows:
Section 401.4 Prohibited locations.
No floor
				  drains or other plumbing fixtures except electric water heaters shall be
				  installed in a room containing air handling machinery when such room is used as
				  a plenum. Except deep-seal trap floor drains consisting of a minimum 4-inch
				  (102 mm) seal and supplied with a trap primer connected to a water distribution
				  pipe shall be permitted. When rooms are used as a plenum, equipment drains
				  shall be conveyed through an indirect waste receptor located outside such rooms
				  or other approved point of disposal.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
SECTION 403
MINIMUM PLUMBING FACILITIES
TABLE 403.1
MINIMUM NUMBER OF PLUMBING FACILITIES
* Revise Table 403.1 wording under Others category for
				  Residential Multiple family and One and Two Family Dwellings Occupancy and add
				  a new footnote g to read as follows:
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SECTION 410
DRINKING FOUNTAINS
* Revise Section 410.1 Approval to read as follows:
410.1 Approval.
Drinking fountains shall conform
				  to ASME A112.19.1, ASME A112.19.2 or ASME A112.19.9, and water coolers shall
				  conform to ARI 1010. Where water is served in restaurants, drinking fountains
				  shall not be required.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
SECTION 419
URINALS
* Delete Section 419.3 Surrounding material and substitute to
				  read as follows:
419.3 Surrounding material.
See Section 1209 of
				  the Building Code.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
CHAPTER 10
TRAPS, INTERCEPTORS AND SEPARATORS
SECTION 1003
INTERCEPTORS AND SEPARATORS
* Delete the current Georgia amendment to Section 1003 and
				  use Section 1003 of the 2000 Standard Plumbing Code as written.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
End of Amendments
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GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD GAS CODE
(International Fuel Gas Code)
The STANDARD GAS CODE (International Fuel Gas Code), 2000
				  Edition, published by the Southern Building Code Congress International, Inc.,
				  when used in conjunction with these Georgia Amendments, shall constitute the
				  official
Georgia State Minimum Standard Gas Code.
THESE AMENDMENTS ARE TO BE USED IN ADDITION TO THOSE
				  AMENDMENTS ADOPTED EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2001 AND 2002. WHEN USED TOGETHER, THEY
				  CONSTITUTE THE OFFICIAL GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD GAS CODE.
Appendices
Appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically
				  referenced in the body of the code or adopted for enforcement in the ordinance
				  of the authority having jurisdiction.
GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS
CODE REFERENCE:
(a) Change all references from the ICC Electrical Code to the
				  Georgia State Minimum Standard National Electrical Code.
(b) Change all reference from the International Energy
				  Conservation Code to the Georgia State Energy Code for Buildings. The Georgia
				  State Energy Code for Buildings shall be used for efficiency and coefficient of
				  performance rating of equipment.
SCOPE:
General.
The provisions of the Georgia State
				  Minimum Standard Gas Code (International Fuel Gas Code) shall apply to the
				  installation of fuel gas piping systems, fuel gas utilization equipment, and
				  related accessories as follows:
1. Coverage of piping systems shall extend from the point of
				  delivery to the connections with gas utilization equipment. (See "point of
				  delivery").
2. Systems with an operating pressure of 125 psig (862 kPa
				  gauge) or less. Piping systems for gas-air mixtures within the flammable range
				  with an operating pressure of 10 psig (69 kPa gauge). LP-Gas piping systems
				  with an operating pressure of 20 psig (140 kPa gauge) or less.
3. Piping systems requirements shall include design,
				  materials, components, fabrication, assembly, installation, testing,
				  inspection, operation, and maintenance.
4. Requirements for gas utilization equipment and related
				  accessories shall include installation, combustion and ventilation air and
				  venting.
This Code shall apply to the following:
1. Portable LP-Gas equipment of all types that are not
				  connected to a fixed fuel piping system.
2. Installation of farm equipment such as brooders,
				  dehydrators, dryers, and irrigation equipment.
3. Raw material (feedstock) applications except for piping to
				  special atmosphere generators.
4. Oxygen-fuel gas cutting and welding systems.
5. Industrial gas applications using gases such as acetylene
				  and acetylene compounds, hydrogen, ammonia, carbon monoxide, oxygen, and
				  nitrogen.
6. Petroleum refineries, pipelines compressor or pumping
				  stations, loading terminals, compounding plants, refinery tank farms, and
				  natural gas processing plants.
7. Integrated chemical plants or portions of such plants
				  where flammable or combustible liquids or gases are produced by chemical
				  reactions or used in chemical reactions.
8. LP-Gas installations at utility gas plants.
9. Liquefied natural gas (LNG) installations.
10. Fuel gas piping in power and atomic energy plants.
11. Proprietary items of equipment, apparatus, or instruments
				  such as gas generating sets, compressors, and calorimeters.
12. LP-Gas equipment for vaporization, gas mixing, and gas
				  manufacturing.
13. Temporary LP-Gas piping for buildings under construction
				  or renovation that is not to become part of the permanent piping system.
14. Installation of LP-Gas systems for railroad switch
				  heating.
15. Installation of LP-Gas and compressed natural gas (CNG)
				  systems on vehicles.
16. Except as provided in Section 401.1.1 gas piping meters,
				  gas pressure regulators, and other appurtenances used by the serving gas
				  supplier in the distribution of gas, other than undiluted LP-Gas.
17. Building design and construction, except as specified
				  herein.
The requirements for the design, installation, maintenance,
				  alteration and inspection of mechanical systems operating with fuels other than
				  fuel gas shall be regulated by the Standard Mechanical Code (International
				  Mechanical Code).
*
Revise the Standard Gas Code (International Fuel
				  Gas Code), 2000 Edition, as follows:
(a) The State's minimum requirements for natural gas systems
				  shall be established by the National Fuel Gas Code (NFPA 54). Areas not
				  specifically addressed by the NFPA 54 and which are addressed by the Georgia
				  State Minimum Standard Gas Code (International Fuel Gas Code), the Gas Code
				  shall be used as the supplement.
(b) The State's minimum requirements for Boilers/Water
				  Heaters and Pressure Vessels over 200,000 BTU (58.56 kW), 210 degrees
				  Fahrenheit or 120-gallon capacity shall be established by O.C.G.A. Title 34,
				  Chapter 11, and the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Department of
				  Labor.
CHAPTER 2
DEFINITIONS
SECTION 202 (IFGC)
GENERAL DEFINITIONS
* Revise Section 202 GENERAL DEFINITIONS adding a new
				  definition to read as follows:
VALVE.
Point of Delivery Service Shutoff.
The point of
				  delivery for natural gas systems is the outlet of the service meter assembly or
				  the outlet of the service regulator or service shutoff valve where a meter is
				  not provided. Where a valve is provided at the outlet of the service meter
				  assembly, such valve shall be considered to be downstream of the point of
				  delivery. The point of delivery for undiluted liquefied petroleum gas systems
				  is the outlet of the first stage pressure regulator that provides utilization
				  pressure, exclusive of line gas regulators, in the system.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
CHAPTER 4
GAS PIPING INSTALLATIONS
SECTION 409 (IFGC)
SHUTOFF VALVES
* Add new Section 409.2.1 to read as follows:
409.2.1 Point of Delivery Service Valve.
Where
				  the point of delivery is the outlet of the service meter assembly or the outlet
				  of the service regulator, a service shutoff valve shall be installed. Such
				  valve is considered to be part of the customer piping system.
(Effective January 1, 2003)
End of Amendments.
Errata to the January 1, 2002 Georgia Amendments to the
				  2000 Standard Building Code/International Building Code
Update your copy of the January 1, 2002 Georgia Amendments to
				  the 2000 Standard Building Code/International Building Code, by making the
				  following correction(s).
CHAPTER 16
STRUCTURAL DESIGN
SECTION 1609
WIND LOADS
1609.2 Definitions. BUILDING, SIMPLE DIAPHRAGM
Change Note 8 "form" to "from".
CHAPTER 17
STRUCTURAL TESTS AND SPECIAL INSPECTIONS
SECTION 1705
QUALITY ASSURANCE FOR SEISMIC RESISTANCE.
1705.1 Scope.
Change "See Section 1612 and 1615 of said code" to 1613 and
				  1621.
CHAPTER 18
SOILS AND FOUNDATIONS
SECTION 1802
FOUNDATION AND SOILS INVESTIGATIONS
1802.2 General.
Change 1802.2 to 1802.1 and "General" to "Where
				  required".
End of Errata
Errata to the January 1, 2002 Georgia Amendments to the
				  2000 CABO 1 and 2 Family Dwelling Code/International Residential
				  Code
Update your copy of the January 1, 2002 Georgia Amendments to
				  the CABO 1 and 2 Family Dwelling Code/International Residental Code, 2000
				  Edition, by making the following correction(s).
CHAPTER 3
BUILDING PLANNING
SECTION R317
SMOKE ALARMS
R317.1 Smoke detectors required.
Change next to last sentence to: All detectors shall be
				  interconnected such that the actuation of one alarm will actuate all the alarms
				  in the individual unit and shall provide an alarm which is audible in all
				  sleeping areas.
CHAPTER 5
FLOORS
SECTION R502
WOOD FLOOR FRAMING
R502.2.1 Decks.
Change R505.2.1.1, R505.2.1.2 to R502.2.1.1 and
				  R502.2.1.2.
CHAPTER 24
FUEL GAS
SECTION G2409 (308)
CLEARANCE REDUCTION
G2409 (308) Clearance Reduction.
Change Section G2409 (308) Clearance Reduction to Section
				  G2408 (305) Installation.
G2409.2 Reduction Table.
Change G2409.2
				  Reduction table to G2408.2 (305.2) Elevation of ignition source.
End of Errata
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  8-2-20
et
				  seq.