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-.04 - Adoption of Amendments to Codes Regarding EIFS

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The following amendments to codes are hereby adopted by the
				  Board of Community Affairs as amendments to the Georgia State Minimum Standard
				  Codes for Construction:
GEORGIA AMENDMENTS TO THE 1994 STANDARD BUILDING
				  CODE
· Add to Chapter 2, Definitions, a definition for Exterior
				  Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) to read as follows:
Chapter 2 - Definitions:
Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) - Exterior
				  Insulation and Finish Systems are non-load bearing exterior wall cladding
				  systems generally consisting of an insulation board, an adhesive and/or
				  mechanical attachment of the insulation board to the substrate, glass fiber
				  reinforcing mesh, a base coat on the face of the insulation board and an
				  aggregated polymer binder based finish coat.
· Said building code is further amended by adding a section
				  1403.10 to Chapter 14 to read as follows:
Chapter 14 - Exterior Wall Covering 1403 - Veneered
				  Walls
1403.10 Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems:
Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) on type III, V
				  and VI construction used on buildings with areas less than 5000 square feet of
				  gross floor area shall be installed according to this section. For other than
				  type III, V and VI construction, refer to the local jurisdiction's adoption of
				  methods, guidelines or procedures for the use of alternate materials or
				  methods. The contractor shall supply an Evaluation Report and the EIFS
				  manufacturer's installation and application instructions.
1403.10.1 Exterior Insulation and Finish System (EIFS) Class
				  PB shall conform to Appendix "I",
Performance Requirements for Exterior
				  Insulation and Finish Systems.
1403.10.2 Wall Assemblies incorporating EIFS shall be
				  provided with a drainage system as recognized in a current model code
				  Evaluation Report and shall conform to Appendix "J",
Requirements for
				  Drainage Installed with Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems.
1403.10.3 Wall assemblies incorporating EIFS shall
				  demonstrate drying potential as recognized in a current model code Evaluation
				  Report and in conformance with Appendix "K",
Requirements for Drying
				  Potential for Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems.
1403.10.4 Installation of Exterior Insulation and Finish
				  Systems (EIFS) Class PB shall comply with ASTM PS 49,
Standard Practice
				  for Application of Class PB Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems.
Where there is a conflict between ASTM PS 49 and other provisions of the code,
				  the more restrictive shall apply.
1403.10.5 Foam plastic insulation in Exterior Insulation and
				  Finish Systems (EIFS) shall conform to the requirements of Chapter 26, Sections
				  2603.1, 2603.2, 2603.3.
1403.10.6 Weather Resistive Barriers
The weather resistive barrier shall be asphalt saturated felt
				  weighing at least 14 lb. per hundred square feet, or conform to ASTM D226 Type
				  I or equal as determined by qualified testing. The barrier shall be free from
				  holes and breaks and shall be applied over studs or sheathing of all exterior
				  walls. Weather-resistant sheathing paper type barriers shall be applied
				  horizontally with the upper layer lapped over the lower layer not less than 2
				  inches (31 mm). Where vertical joints occur, the felt or paper shall be lapped
				  not less than 6 inches (152 mm). Approved surface applied type barriers shall
				  be monolithic and continuous and shall be applied in accordance with the
				  manufacturer's specifications and application instructions.
1403.10.7 Flashing for Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems
				  (EIFS)
Flashing shall be approved, corrosion resistive, and provided
				  in such a manner as to be leakproof and flashed to the exterior. Windows,
				  doors, louvers and other similar openings shall be flashed. Windows shall be
				  flashed at the top, sides and sills. Window heads shall be flashed to the
				  exterior, except that self-flashing windows having a continuous lap of not less
				  than 1 1/8 inches (28 mm) over sheathing material around the perimeter of the
				  opening, including corners, do not require additional flashing at the head.
				  Flashing shall be installed at the intersections of walls, including chimney
				  chase walls, with roofs, decks, balconies, porches, stairs, landings and
				  similar construction. The weather resistive barrier shall be continuous with
				  the weather resistive barrier behind wall coverings adjacent to the EIFS or
				  flashed to the exterior.
1403.10.8 Sealants for Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems
				  (EIFS)
Sealants shall be installed between EIFS and adjoining
				  construction or penetrations in accordance with ASTM C1193. Minimum 3/4 inch
				  wide sealant joints shall be installed at floor lines of wood framed floors.
				  Minimum 1/2 inch wide sealant joints shall be installed at perimeters of wall
				  openings such as for windows and doors. Sealants applied in a fillet
				  configuration shall be installed over bond breaker tape or other pre-formed
				  closed cell sealant backing. Sealants shall be installed so as not to block
				  weeps or other water drainage. Sealants shall conform to ASTM C920, grade NS,
				  Type M or S, Class 25. Sealants shall be tested in accordance with ASTMC 1135.
				  Minimum 50% elongation after conditioning shall be required.
· Said building code is further amended by adding figure
				  2304.1 to Chapter 23 as follows:
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· Said building code is further amended by adding a section
				  2603.1.3 and section 2603.1.4 to Chapter 26 "Plastic" to read as
				  follows:
Chapter 26: Plastic
2603 Foam Plastic Insulation
Section 2603.1.3. In areas where hazard of termite damage is
				  very heavy, in accordance with Figure 2304.1, foam plastic including, but not
				  limited to, extruded or expanded polystyrene or polyiscyanorate shall not be
				  installed below grade on
the exterior of
foundation walls or below
				  grade on slab foundations.
Exceptions:
1) When approved protective membranes that separate the foam
				  plastics from the soil are provided.
2) Cold storage construction
3) Foam filled doors
4) Types I, II and IV construction
5) Interior side of basement walls
Section 2603.1. In areas where hazard of termite damage is
				  very heavy, in accordance with Figure 2304.1, clearance between earth and foam
				  plastics applied to the exterior wall shall not be less than 6 inches (152 mm).
· Said building code is further amended by adding ASTM
				  reference standards to Chapter 35 to read as follows:
Chapter 35 - Reference Standards
ASTM - Reference Standards
B117-94
Standard Practice for Operating Salt
							 Spray (Fog) Testing Apparatus
C297-94
Test method for Tensile Strength of Flat Sandwich
							 Constructions Flatwise Plane
C578-92
Standard Specification for Rigid, Cellular
							 Polystyrene Thermal Insulation
C1193-91
Standard Guide for Use of Joint Sealants
C1289-95
Standard Specification for Faced Rigid Cellular
							 Polyisocyanurate Thermal Insulation Board
D968-93
Standard Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of
							 Organic Coatings by Falling Abrasive
D2247-94
Standard Practice for Testing Water Resistance of
							 Coatings in 100% Relative Humidity
D3273-94
Standard Test Method for Resistance to Growth of Mold
							 on the Surface of Interior Coatings in an Environmental Chamber
D5035-90
Standard Test Method for Breaking Force and
							 Elongation of Textile Fabrics (Strip Force)
E331-93
Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of
							 Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, and Doors by Uniform Static Air Pressure
							 Difference
G23-93
Standard Practice for Operating Light-Exposure
							 Apparatus (Carbon-Arc Type) With and Without Water for Exposure of Nonmetallic
							 Materials PS 49-96 Standard Practice for Application of Class PB Exterior
							 Insulation and Finish System
· Said Building Code is further amended by adding an Appendix
				  I to read as follows:
APPENDIX I
Performance Requirements For Exterior Insulation and
				  Finish Systems (EIFS)
The system and its components shall meet or exceed the
				  following performance standards.
1.0 System Performance
Characteristic
Test Method
Acceptance Criteria
1.1 Abrasion Resistance
ASTM D 968
No cracking, checking or loss film integrity at
							 528-quarts (500 liters) of sand
1.2 Accelerated Weathering
ASTM G 23
No deleterious effects*
							 after 2000 hours when viewed under 5X magnification
1.3 Freeze/Thaw Resistance
air dry at 120 degrees Fahrenheit minimum eight hours
							 total immersion in water at 70 degrees Fahrenheit to 80 degrees Fahrenheit for
							 eight hours then exposure to 20 degrees Fahrenheit for 16 hours.
10 cycles. No deleterious
							 effects* viewed under 5X magnification
1.4 Mildew Resistance
ASTM D3273
No growth supported during 28 day exposure
							 time
1.5 Salt Spray Resistance
ASTM B117
No deleterious effects* at
							 300 hour exposure
1.6 Tensile Adhesion
ASTM C297
No failure in the adhesive, Base coat or finish coat.
							 Minimum 5 PSI (34.5 kPa) Tensile strength before and after freeze/thaw and
							 accelerated weathering test.
1.7 Water Penetration
ASTM E331
No water penetration beyond the plane of the base
							 coat/ Insulation board interface after 15-minutes at 6.24 psf (299 Pa), or 20%
							 of positive design wind pressure, whichever is greater.
1.8 Water Resistance
ASTM D2247
No deleterious effects* at
							 14 day exposure.
1.9 Wind Load
ASTM E330
Withstand negative and positive wind loads required
							 by building code.
2.0 Component Performance
2.1 Physical Properties and
ASTM C578
Meets TYPE I Requirements for EPS
2.2 Physical Properties and
ASTM C 1289
Meets TYPE II Requirements for Polyisocyanuarate
							 Thermal Insulation Board
*No deleterious effects: no
				  cracking, checking, crazing, erosion, rusting, blistering, peeling or
				  delamination.
*Said Building Code is further amended by adding an Appendix
				  J to read as follows:
APPENDIX J
Requirements For Drainage Installed With Exterior
				  Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS)
1.01
Scope:
These requirements cover the drainage of water from
							 wall construction incorporating EIFS and weather resistive barriers. Drainage
							 is provided to prevent water intrusion beyond the water resistive barrier and
							 to discharge water to the exterior.
2.01
Reference Documents
ASTM Standards
E 331 Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of
							 Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, and Doors by Uniform Static Air Pressure
							 Difference.
3.01
Terminology
Description of Terms Specific to This
							 Standard:
3.01.1
Drainage: The collection and discharge of water
							 gravity flow.
4.01
Drainage of Water.
4.01.1
Walls incorporating EIFS and drainage shall be
							 constructed to collect incidental water at the exterior outside faces of a
							 weather resistive barrier and flashing. The wall assembly shall allow water
							 collected at the outside faces of the weather resistive barrier and flashing to
							 flow by gravity to the exterior.
4.01.2
The weather resistive barrier shall be integrated
							 with the flashing to prevent water intrusion to the interior.
4.01.3
Drainage shall be confirmed by testing in accordance
							 with ASTM E331 and Section 5.01.
5.01
Test Method For Determining The Drainage
Performance of Wall Assemblies Clad With Exterior
							 Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS).
This test method consists of testing EIFS clad wall
				  assemblies for Drainage Performance by ASTM E331, Standard Test Method for
				  Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls and Doors by Uniform
				  Static Air Pressure Difference, except as described otherwise herein.
5.01.1
Scope:
This test method evaluates the
							 drainage performance of EIFS when subjected to water applied in conjunction
							 with a positive uniform static air pressure.
5.01.2
Test Method: ASTM E331
5.01.3
Apparatus
ASTM E 331 for application of water and positive
							 uniform static air pressure and a catchment to collect and measure drained
							 water.
5.01.4
Test Specimen
5.01.4.1
The EIFS clad wall test specimens shall be a minimum
							 of 4'X8' (123 cm X 246 cm).
5.01.4.2
Minimum of four test specimens plus a control shall
							 be assembled and allowed to cure for 28 days prior to test. The test specimens
							 shall contain a fault. Dimensions and location of the fault are shown in figure
							 J-1.0.
5.01.4.3
The EIFS assemblies shall be installed with the
							 materials, details, and methods of assembly as required by the
							 manufacturer.
5.01.4.3.1
For acceptance of wall assemblies with wood-based
							 sheathing, the test wall shall include the sheathing to be accepted.
5.01.4.4
The supporting framework for the EIFS wall assemblies
							 shall be of wood or metal stud construction with framing spacing as required by
							 the manufacturer. The standard framing spacing is 16" (41 cm) o.c.
5.01.4.5
The test specimens shall be constructed to allow
							 observation of drainage.
5.01.5
Test Procedure.
5.01.5.1
Test pressure difference shall be minimum 6.24 pounds
							 per square foot.
5.01.5.2
Water delivery to the exterior surface shall be
							 uniform and at a rate of 5.0 Gallons per square foot hour.
5.01.5.3
Water and pressure duration shall be minimum 15
							 minutes.
5.01.5.4
Subject the four test specimens to the conditions in
							 5.1, and 5.3. Observe and Verify that specimens drain freely.
5.01.5.5
Allow each specimen to drain in the vertical
							 position.
5.01.5.6
After one hour of drainage, select one of the test
							 specimens; disassemble and verify drainage by observation. Note: Disassembly of
							 wall must assure inspection of all wall components. Any water accumulation
							 beyond incidental beading due to surface tension shall be reported.
6.01
REPORT.
6.01.1
Follow ASTM E331 Sections, 12.1.1, 12.1.2, 12.1.7,
							 12.1.9, 12.1.10, and 12.2 plus the following:
6.01.2
Observations from 5.4, 5.5, and 5.6.
6.01.3
Details of assembly, including a description of
							 components, mixing and application, thickness of components and a statement of
							 conformance to the manufacturer's application instructions.
6.01.4
Photographic video documentation of test specimens,
							 including assembly, components, drainage verification, and samples removed in
							 5.6.
6.01.5
Detailed drawings of the test specimens.
6.01.6
A record of all points of water penetration to the
							 cavity and drainage performance.
* Said Building Code is further amended by adding an Appendix
				  K to read as follows:
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APPENDIX K
Requirements For Drying Potential For Exterior
				  Insulation And Finish Systems (EIFS)
1.01
Scope These requirements cover the
							 potential for drying of wall construction incorporating EIFS and drainage.
							 Drying of water in excess of 1 ounce per square foot shall be confirmed by
							 testing in accordance with ASTM E331 and Section 2.01.
2.01
TEST METHOD
2.01.1
Follow Appendix "J",
Requirements for Drainage
							 Installed with Exterior Insulation Finish Systems (EIFS),
Section 5.01
							 through 5.01.5.6.
2.01.2
Allow three test specimens plus the control specimen
							 to dry in a conditioned space (73 degrees Fahrenheit ± 4 degrees at 50%
							 relative humidity) For 72 hours. {NOTE: These are usually the same test
							 specimens tested for drainage.}
2.01.3
After 72 hours of drying, cut three 12" X 12" samples
							 to include all components of the assembly except framing from each test
							 specimen and the control, as shown in figure K-1.0.
2.01.4
Record observations.
2.01.5
Immediately weigh each sample and place in an oven
							 controlled at 120 ± 10 degrees Fahrenheit until constant weight is obtained.
							 Record weight loss of each sample to the nearest .01 ounce.
2.01.6
Determine the average weight loss for the nine
							 samples (TSRM) from the test specimens. Determine the average weight loss for
							 the three control samples (CSBM).
3.01
TSRM - CSBM = SRM
TSRM - Average residual moisture in nine test samples
							 (oz.)
CSRM - Average background moisture in three control
							 samples (oz.)
SRM - Average residual moisture in system per square
							 foot; (ounce per square foot).
4.01
REPORT
A record of all weights as recorded in Section 2.01.5
							 and 2.01.6 to evaluate drying potential.
5.01
ACCEPTANCE
SRM (Average Residual Moisture in system per square
							 foot) shall not exceed 1 ounce per square foot.
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GEORGIA AMENDMENTS TO THE 1995 CABO ONE AND TWO FAMILY
				  DWELLING CODE
*Add to Chapter 2, Definitions, a definition for Exterior
				  Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) to read as follows:
Chapter 2 - Building Definitions:
Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) - Exterior
				  Insulation and Finish Systems are non-load bearing exterior wall cladding
				  systems generally consisting of an insulation board, an adhesive and/or
				  mechanical attachment of the insulation board to the substrate, glass fiber
				  reinforcing mesh, a base coat on the face of the insulation board and an
				  aggregated polymer binder based finish coat.
*Said CABO code is further amended by adding a section
				  323.1.1 to Section 323 to read as follows:
Section 323 - Protection Against Termites:
Section 323.1.1: Foam Plastics: Foam plastics including, but
				  not limited to, extruded or expanded polystyrene or polyisocyanurate shall not
				  be installed below grade on
the exterior
of foundation walls or
				  below grade on slab foundations. In areas where the hazard of termite damage is
				  very heavy, according to Figure 301.2f, clearance between earth and foam
				  plastics applied to the exterior wall shall be not less than 6 inches (152
				  mm).
EXCEPTION: Interior side of basement walls.
*Said CABO code is further amended by adding a section 703.9
				  to chapter 7 "Wall Covering" to read as follows:
Chapter 7 - Wall Covering
703.9
- Exterior Insulation and Finish System
				  (EIFS)
703.9.1 Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) shall
				  conform to Appendix "G",
Performance Requirements for Exterior Insulation
				  and Finish Systems (EIFS)
703.9.2 Wall assemblies incorporating EIFS shall be provided
				  with drainage as recognized in a current model building code Evaluation Report
				  and shall conform to Appendix "H"
Requirements for Drainage Installed
				  With Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS).
703.9.3 Wall assemblies incorporating EIFS shall demonstrate
				  drying potential as recognized in a current model building code Evaluation
				  Report and shall be in conformance with Appendix "I",
Requirements for
				  Drying Potential for Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems
				  (EIFS).
703.9.4 Installation of Exterior Insulation and Finish
				  Systems (EIFS) Class PB shall comply with ASTM PS49,
Standard Practice
				  for Application of Class PB Exterior Insulation and Finish System.
Where
				  there is a conflict between ASTM PS49 and other provisions of the code, the
				  other provisions shall apply instead of ASTM PS49.
703.9.5 Foam plastic insulation in Exterior Insulation and
				  Finish Systems (EIFS) Class PB shall conform to the requirements of Chapter 3,
				  Sections 317.1, 317.1.1, 317.1.2, 317.2.1, and 317.3.
703.9.6 Weather Resistive Barriers
The weather resistive barrier shall be asphalt saturated felt
				  weighing at least 14 lb. per hundred square feet, or conform to ASTM D226 Type
				  I or equal as determined by qualified testing. The barrier shall be free from
				  holes and breaks and shall be applied over studs or sheathing of all exterior
				  walls. Weather-resistant sheathing paper type barriers shall be applied
				  horizontally with the upper layer lapped over the lower layer not less than 2
				  inches (31 mm). Where vertical joints occur, the felt or paper shall be lapped
				  not less than 6 inches (152 mm). Approved surface applied type barriers shall
				  be monolithic and continuous and shall be applied in accordance with the
				  manufacturer's specifications and application instructions.
703.9.7 Flashing for Exterior Insulating And Finish Systems
				  (EIFS) Flashing shall be approved, corrosion resistive, and provided in such a
				  manner as to be leakproof and flashed to the exterior. Windows, doors louvers
				  and other similar openings shall be flashed. Windows shall be flashed at the
				  top, sides and sills. Window heads shall be flashed to the exterior, except
				  that self-flashing windows having a continuous lap of not less than 1 1/8
				  inches (28 MM) over sheathing material around the perimeter of the opening,
				  including corners, do not require additional flashing at the head. Flashing
				  shall be installed at the intersections of walls, including chimney chase
				  walls, with roofs, decks, balconies, porches, stairs, landings and similar
				  construction. The weather resistive barrier shall be continuous with the
				  weather resistive barrier behind wall coverings adjacent to the EIFS or flashed
				  to the exterior.
703.9.7.1 Refer to Appendix "11" for typical weather
				  resistive barrier, flashing details, and installation details.
703.9.8 Sealants for Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems
				  (EIFS) Sealants shall be installed between EIFS and adjoining construction or
				  penetrations in accordance with ASTM C1193. Minimum 3/4 inch wide sealant
				  joints shall be installed at floor lines of wood framed floors. Minimum 1/2
				  inch wide sealant joints shall be installed at perimeters of wall openings such
				  as for windows and doors. Sealants applied in a fillet configuration shall be
				  installed over bond breaker tape or other pre-formed closed cell sealant
				  backing. Sealants shall be installed so as not to block weeps or other water
				  drainage. Sealants shall conform to ASTM C920, grade NS, Type M or S, Class 25.
				  Sealants shall be tested in accordance with ASTM C 1135 and PS49. Minimum 50%
				  elongation after conditioning shall be required.
* Said CABO code is further amended by adding to Table 703.4
				  the following:
Table 703.4 - Weather-Resistant Siding Attachment and
				  Minimum Thickness
SIDING MATERIAL
NOMINAL THICKNESS
							 (inches)
JOINT TREATMENT
SHEATHING PAPER
							 REQUIRED
NUMBER OR SPACING OF
							 FASTENERS
Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (footnote
							 9)
3/4 Minimum 4 Maximum Thickness of Insulation
							 Board
(footnote 15)
yes (footnote 16)
Approved Corrosion Resistive Fastener or other
							 approved attachment (footnote 17)
Footnotes:
15. Sealant shall be applied in accordance with ASTM C
				  1193-91.
16. Weather resistant membrane shall be installed with
				  provisions for drainage, without exception, over wood, wood structural panels,
				  and sheathing of any type when installed on wood framing.
17. Insulation fastener type, number and spacing shall be as
				  established by testing in accordance with ASTM E330 and accepted engineering
				  practice, but insulation fastener spacing shall in all cases be a maximum of
				  either:
1) 12 inches center to center vertically and 16 inches center
				  to center horizontallyor
2) 8 inches center to center vertically and 24 inches center
				  to center horizontally.
* Said CABO code is further amended by adding ASTM reference
				  standards to Chapter 47 to read as follows:
Chapter 47 - Reference Standards
ASTM Standards
B117-94
Standard Practice for Operating Salt
							 Spray (Fog) Testing Apparatus
C297-94
Standard Test method for Tensile Strength of Flat
							 Sandwich Constructions Flatwise Plane
C920-87
Standard Specification for Elastomeric Joint
							 Sealants
C1135-90
Standard Test Method for Determining Tensile Adhesion
							 Properties of Structural Sealants
C1193-91
Standard Guide for Use of Joint Sealants
C1289-95
Standard Specification for Faced Rigid Cellular
							 Polyisocyanurate Thermal Insulation Board
D226-89
Standard Specification for Asphalt-Saturated Organic
							 Felt used in Roofing and Waterproofing
D968-93
Standard Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of
							 Organic Coatings by Falling Abrasive
D2247-94
Standard Practice for Testing Water Resistance of
							 Coatings in 100% Relative Humidity
D3272-94
Standard Test Method for Resistance to Growth of Mold
							 on the Surface of Interior Coatings in an Environmental Chamber
D5035-90
Standard Test Method for Breaking Force and
							 Elongation of Textile Fabrics (Strip Force)
E330-90
Standard Test Method for Structural Performance of
							 Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, and Doors by Uniform Static Air Pressure
							 Difference
E331-93
Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of
							 Exterior Windows, Curtain walls, and Doors by Uniform Static Air Pressure
							 Difference
G23-93
Standard Practice for Operating Light-Exposure
							 Apparatus (Carbon-Arc-Type) With and Without Water for Exposure of Nonmetallic
							 Materials
PS 49-96
Standard Practice for Application of Class PB
							 Exterior Insulation and Finish System
*Said CABO Code is further amended by adding an Appendix G to
				  read as follows:
APPENDIX G
Performance Requirements For Exterior Insulation and
				  Finish Systems (EIFS)
The system and its components shall meet or exceed the
				  following performance standards.
1.0 System Performance
Characteristic
Test Method
Acceptance Criteria
1.1 Abrasion Resistance
ASTM D 968
No cracking, checking or loss of film integrity at
							 528-quarts (500 liters) of sand
1.2 Accelerated Weathering
ASTM G 23
No deleterious effects*
							 after 2000 hours when viewed under 5X magnification
1.3 Freeze/Thaw Resistance
Air dry at 120 degrees Fahrenheit minimum eight hours
							 total immersion in water at 70 degrees Fahrenheit to 80 degrees Fahrenheit for
							 eight hours then exposure to 20 degrees Fahrenheit for 16 hours. 10 cycles. No
							 deleterious effects* viewed under 5X
							 magnification
1.4 Mildew Resistance
ASTM D3273
No growth supported during 28 day exposure
							 time
1.5 Salt Spray Resistance
ASTM B117
No deleterious effects* at
							 300 hour exposure
1.6 Tensile Adhesion
ASTM C297
No failure in the adhesive, Base coat or finish coat.
							 Minimum 5 PSI (34.5 kPa) Tensile strength before and after freeze/thaw and
							 accelerated weathering test.
1.7 Water Penetration
ASTM E331
No water penetration beyond the plane of the base
							 coat/Insulation board interface after 15-minutes at 6.24 psf (299 Pa), or 20%
							 of positive design wind pressure, whichever is greater.
1.8 Water Resistance
ASTM D2247
No deleterious effects* at
							 14 day exposure.
1.9 Wind Load
ASTM E330
Withstand negative and positive wind loads required
							 by building code.
2.0 Component
Performance: 2.1 Physical Properties and Requirements
							 for EPS
ASTM C 578
Meets TYPE I
2.2 Physical Properties and Requirements for
							 Polyisocyanuarate Thermal Insulation Board
ASTM C 1289
Meets TYPE II
*No deleterious effects: no
				  cracking, checking, crazing, erosion, rusting, blistering, peeling or
				  delamination.
* Said CABO Code is further amended by adding an Appendix H
				  to read as follows:
APPENDIX H
REQUIREMENTS FOR DRAINAGE INSTALLED WITH EXTERIOR
				  INSULATION AND FINISH SYSTEMS (EIFS)
1.01 Scope:
These requirements cover the drainage
							 of water from wall construction incorporating EIFS and weather resistive
							 barriers. Drainage is provided to prevent water intrusion beyond the water
							 resistive barrier and to discharge water to the exterior.
2.01 Reference Documents
ASTM Standards E 331 Test Method for Water
							 Penetration of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, and Doors by Uniform Static Air
							 Pressure Difference.
3.01 Terminology
Descriptions of Terms Specific to This
							 Standard:
3.01.1 Drainage:
The collection and discharge of water gravity
							 flow.
4.01
Drainage of Water
4.01.1
Walls incorporating EIFS and drainage shall be
							 constructed to collect incidental water at the exterior outside faces of a
							 weather resistive barrier and flashing. The wall assembly shall allow water
							 collected at the outside faces of the weather resistive barrier and flashing to
							 flow by gravity to the exterior.
4.01.2
The weather resistive barrier shall be integrated
							 with the flashing to prevent water intrusion to the interior.
4.01.3
Drainage shall be confirmed by testing in accordance
							 with ASTM E331 and Section 5.01.
5.01
Test Method For Determining The Drainage
							 Performance of Wall Assemblies Clad With Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems
							 (EIFS).
This test method consists of testing EIFS clad wall
				  assemblies for Drainage Performance by ASTM E331, Standard Test Method for
				  Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls and Doors by Uniform
				  Static Air Pressure Difference, except as described otherwise herein.
5.01.1
Scope: This test method evaluates the
							 drainage performance of EIFS when subjected to water applied in conjunction
							 with a positive uniform static air pressure.
5.01.2
Test Method ASTM E331
5.01.3
Apparatus ASTM E 331 for application of water and
							 positive uniform static air pressure and a catchment to collect and measure
							 drained water.
5.01.4
Test Specimen
5.01.4.1
The EIFS clad wall test specimens shall be a minimum
							 of 4' X 8' (123 cm X 246 cm)
5.01.4.2
Minimum of four test specimens plus a control shall
							 be assembled and allowed to cure for 28 days prior to test. The test specimens
							 shall contain a fault. Dimensions and location of the fault are shown in figure
							 H-1.0.
5.01.4.3
The EIFS assemblies shall be installed with the
							 materials, details, and methods of assembly as required by the
							 manufacturer.
5.01.4.3.1
For acceptance of wall assemblies with wood-based
							 sheathing, the test wall shall include the sheathing to be accepted.
5.01.4.4
The supporting framework for the
EIFS
wall assemblies shall be of wood or metal stud construction with framing
							 spacing as required by the manufacturer. The standard framing spacing is 16"
							 (41 cm) o.c.
5.01.4.5
The test specimen shall be constructed to allow
							 observation of drainage.
5.01.5
Test Procedure:
5.01.5.1
Test pressure difference shall be minimum 6.24 pounds
							 per square foot (psf).
5.01.5.2
Water delivery to the exterior surface shall be
							 uniform and at a rate of 5.0 Gallons per square foot hour.
5.01.5.3
Water and pressure duration shall be minimum 15
							 minutes.
5.01.5.4
Subject the four test specimens to the conditions in
							 5.1, and 5.3. Observe and Verify that specimens drain freely.
5.01.5.5
Allow each specimen to drain in the vertical
							 position.
5.01.5.6
After one hour of drainage, select one of the test
							 specimens; disassemble and verify drainage by observation. Note: Disassembly of
							 wall must assure inspection of all wall components. Any water accumulation
							 beyond incidental beading due to surface tension shall be reported.
6.01
REPORT
6.01.1
Follow ASTM E331 Sections 12.1.1, 12.1.2, 12.1.7,
							 12.1.9, 12.1.10, and 12.2 plus the following:
6.01.2
Observations from 5.4, 5.5, and 5.7.
6.01.3
Details of assembly, including a description of
							 components, mixing and application, thickness of components and a statement of
							 conformance to the manufacturer's application instructions.
6.01.4
Photographic video documentation of test specimens,
							 including assembly, components, drainage verification, and samples removed in
							 5.8
6.01.5
Detailed drawings of the test specimens.
6.01.6
A record of all points of water penetration to the
							 cavity and drainage performance.
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*Said CABO Code is further amended by adding an Appendix I to
				  read as follows:
APPENDIX I
Requirements For Drying Potential for Exterior
				  Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS)
1.01
Scope:
These requirements cover the potential
							 for drying of wall construction incorporating EIFS and drainage. Drying of
							 water in excess of 1 ounce per square foot shall be confirmed by testing in
							 accordance with ASTM E331 and Section 2.01.
2.01
TEST METHOD
2.01.1
Follow Appendix "H",
Requirements for Drainage
							 Installed with Exterior Insulation Finish Systems (EIFS)
, Section 5.01
							 through 5.01.5.6.
2.01.2
Allow three test specimens plus the control specimen
							 to dry in a conditioned space (73 degrees Fahrenheit ±4 degrees @ 50% Relative
							 Humidity) For 72 hours. {NOTE: These are usually the same test specimens tested
							 for drainage}.
2.01.3
After 72 hours of drying, cut three 12" X 12" (369 cm
							 X 369 cm) samples to include all components of the assembly except framing from
							 each test specimen and the control, as shown in figure 1-1.0.
2.01.4
Record observations.
2.01.5
Immediately weigh each sample and place in an oven
							 controlled at 120±10 degrees Fahrenheit until constant weight is obtained.
							 Record weight loss of each sample to the nearest .01 ounce.
2.01.6
Determine the average weight loss for the nine
							 samples (TSRM) from the test specimens. Determine the average weight loss for
							 the three control samples (CSBM).
3.01
TSRM - CSBM = SRM
TSRM - Average residual moisture in nine test samples
							 (oz.)
CSRM - Average background moisture in three control
							 samples (oz.)
SRM - Average residual moisture in system per square
							 foot; (ounce per square foot).
4.01
REPORT
A record of all weights as recorded in Section 2.01.5
							 and 2.01.6 to evaluate drying potential.
5.01
ACCEPTANCE
SRM (Average Residual Moisture in system per square
							 foot) shall not exceed 1 ounce per square foot.
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GEORGIA AMENDMENT TO THE 1994 STANDARD PLUMBING
				  CODE
*Amend Section 507.8.4 of the 1994 Standard Plumbing Code to
				  read as follows:
507.8.4 The discharge from the relief valve shall be piped
				  full size separately to the outside of the building or to an indirect waste
				  receptor so that any discharge can cause no personal injury or property damage
				  and can be readily observed by the building occupants. In no case shall the
				  discharge from a relief valve be trapped.
EXCEPTION: In basements or one and two family dwellings, the
				  discharge from the relief valve may be piped upward when necessary. A thermal
				  expansion control devise shall be installed in accordance with Section 613.2.1.
				  An elbow shall be placed to the valve outlet and provisions shall be made at
				  the low point for positive drainage.
*Said Plumbing Code is further amended by deleting in its
				  entirety section 613.2 Thermal Expansion Control, and substituting the
				  following in lieu thereof:
613.2
Thermal Expansion Control
If water is heated and stored in a consumer's system and the
				  system has been closed by the installation of a backflow preventor or a
				  pressure reducing valve, a thermal expansion control device shall be installed
				  at an accessible location and in accordance with manufacturer's installation
				  instruction. The device shall limit thermal expansion of the water being heated
				  to not more than 80 pounds per square inch (552 kPa) static pressure at any
				  fixture on the system. A potable water expansion tank or auxiliary relief valve
				  set at 80 PSI (552 kPa) shall be acceptable.
The auxiliary relief valve shall be in addition to the eater
				  heater safety relief valve. This thermal expansion control device shall be
				  designed and trimmed for repeated operation. The valve shall have a minimum
				  one-half inch pipe size. It shall be installed in accordance with
				  manufacturer's installation instructions.
GEORGIA AMENDMENT TO THE 1995 CABO MODEL ENERGY CODE
				  WITH GEORGIA SUPPLEMENTS AND AMENDMENTS
*Add the following footnote to Table 502.2 1a of the 1995
				  CABO Model Energy Code, to be designed as footnote 5 and renumber the remaining
				  footnotes:
" 5. Slab edge insulation
is not required
for unheated slabs in areas of very heavy termite infestation probability as
				  shown in Figure 4 contained in Chapter 8."
* The 1995 CABO Model Energy Code with Georgia Supplements
				  and Amendments is further amended by deleting in their entirety the table
				  concerning 3500 Heating Degree Days and 4500 Heating Degree Days in
Chapter 6 of the Georgia Supplements and Amendments
and
				  substituting in lieu thereof the following:
Climate Zone 3500 HDD or less (Greater
							 Atlanta Area)
Low-rise residential WOOD FRAMING
No
							 Foam Insulation shall be installed within 6" of the ground on the outside of
							 any wall (
for detached one and two family dwellings
							 only
Option No.
Flat Ceiling Insulation R-value
Wall R-value
Window & Door Area
Window U-value R-value
Floor R-value
Masonry Basement Wall R-value
Double pane metal with thermal break
35A67
R-30
R-13
12.8%
0.67 (R-1.49)
R-19
R-5
35B67
R-30
R-14
13.4%
0.67 (R-1.49)
R-19
R-5
35C67
R-30
R-15
13.9%
0.67 (R-1.49)
R-19
R-5
35D67
R-30
R-16
14.5%
0.67 (R-1.49)
R-19
R-5
35E67
R-30
R-17
14.9%
0.67 (R-1.49)
R-19
R-5
35F67
R-30
R-19
15.4%
0.67 (R-1.49)
R-19
R-5
Double pane wood or vinyl
35A56
R-30
R-13
15.8%
0.56 (R-1.79)
R-19
R-5
35B56
R-30
R-14
16.5%
0.56 (R-1.79)
R-19
R-5
35C56
R-30
R-15
17.0%
0.56 (R-1.79)
R-19
R-5
35D56
R-30
R-16
17.7%
0.56 (R-1.79)
R-19
R-5
35E56
R-30
R-17
18.2%
0.56 (R-1.79)
R-19
R-5
35F56
R-30
R-19
18.9%
0.56 (R-1.79)
R-19
R-5
Double pane wood or vinyl low-e
35A52
R-30
R-13
17.3%
0.52 (R-1.92)
R-19
R-5
35B52
R-30
R-14
18.1%
0.52 (R-1.92)
R-19
R-5
35C52
R-30
R-15
18.6%
0.52 (R-1.92)
R-19
R-5
35D52
R-30
R-16
19.3%
0.52 (R-1.92)
R-19
R-5
35D52
R-30
R-17
19.9%
0.52 (R-1.92)
R-19
R-5
35F52
R-30
R-19
20.5%
0.52 (R-1.92)
R-19
R-5
Double pane wood or vinyl, low-e, inert gas
35A47
R-30
R-13
19.5%
0.47 (R-1.92)
R-19
R-5
35B47
R-30
R-14
20.4%
0.47 (R-1.92)
R-19
R-5
35C47
R-30
R-15
20.9%
0.47 (R-1.92)
R-19
R-5
35D47
R-30
R-16
21.7%
0.47 (R-1.92)
R-19
R-5
35E47
R-30
R-17
22.3%
0.47 (R-1.92)
R-19
R-5
35F47
R-30
R-19
23.0%
0.47 (R-1.92)
R-19
R-5
Double pane wood or vinyl, low-e, inert gas &
							 1/2" air space or triple pane
35A43
R-30
R-13
21.7%
0.43 (R-2.33)
R-19
R-5
35B43
R-30
R-14
22.7%
0.43 (R-2.33)
R-19
R-5
35C43
R-30
R-15
23.2%
0.43 (R-2.33)
R-19
R-5
35D43
R-30
R-16
24.1%
0.43 (R-2.33)
R-19
R-5
35E43
R-30
R-17
24.7%
0.43 (R-2.33)
R-19
R-5
35F43
R-30
R-19
25.6%
0.43 (R-2.33)
R-19
R-5
High performance double pane low-e, inert gas &
							 1/2" air space
35A35
R-30
R-13
28.3%
0.35 (R-2.58)
R-19
R-5
35B35
R-30
R-14
29.4%
0.35 (R-2.58)
R-19
R-5
35C35
R-30
R-15
30.0%
0.35 (R-2.58)
R-19
R-5
35D35
R-30
R-16
30.9%
0.35 (R-2.58)
R-19
R-5
35E35
R-30
R-17
31.7%
0.35 (R-2.58)
R-19
R-5
35F35
R-30
R-19
32.7%
0.35 (R-2.58)
R-19
R-5
Note 1. May use R-19 on sloped ceilings and under HVAC up to
				  25% of ceiling Area.
Note 2. Wall R-value is R-value of cavity insulation plus
				  stabilized (aged) R-value of sheathing rounded down to a whole number. 25% of
				  exterior gross wall area may have plywood, OSB or gypsum (garage walls).
Note 3. Total area of all windows and doors in conditioned
				  areas.
Note 4. Window and Door U-values are per U-value Default
				  Table For Windows, Glazed Doors, Non-Glazed Door & Skylights or approved
				  Testing Lab label. Door U-value shall be equal to or less than window U-values
				  (up to 1% of openings U-value may be excluded (i.e. less than Table U-value) to
				  allow for decorative glazing, fancy doors or skylights.
Note 5. R-value of insulation installed between floor
				  joists.
Note 6. Use only if floor is not insulated or basement is
				  conditioned. All doors and windows are included in window area. Stud walls
				  shall be insulated same as Wall R-value. This applies to both "Code" basement
				  walls (50% below grade) and walls in daylight basements that are less than 50%
				  below grade. Code approved insulation be let exposed, all other insulation
				  shall be covered with 1/2" gypsum (or other approved 15 minute thermal
				  barrier).
Local Building Officials may develop additional tables for
				  their area.
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				  you build using one of these options.
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Climate Zone 4500 HDD or less (North
							 GA & Mountains)
Low-rise residential WOOD FRAMING
No Foam Insulation shall be installed within 6" of the ground on the outside of
							 any wall (
for detached one and two family dwellings
							 only
Option No.
Flat Ceiling Insulation R-value
Wall R-value
Window & Door Area
Window U-value R-value
Floor R-value
Masonry Basement Wall R-value
Double pane metal with thermal break
35A67
R-38
R-13
10.4%
0.67 (R-1.49)
R-19
R-7
35B67
R-38
R-14
11.1%
0.67 (R-1.49)
R-19
R-7
35C67
R-38
R-15
11.5%
0.67 (R-1.49)
R-19
R-7
35D67
R-38
R-16
12.1%
0.67 (R-1.49)
R-19
R-7
35E67
R-38
R-17
12.6%
0.67 (R-1.49)
R-19
R-7
35F67
R-38
R-19
13.1%
0.67 (R-1.49)
R-19
R-7
Double pane wood or vinyl
35A56
R-38
R-13
12.8%
0.56 (R-1.79)
R-19
R-7
35B56
R-38
R-14
13.7%
0.56 (R-1.79)
R-19
R-7
35C56
R-38
R-15
14.1%
0.56 (R-1.79)
R-19
R-7
35D56
R-38
R-16
14.8%
0.56 (R-1.79)
R-19
R-7
35E56
R-38
R-17
15.4%
0.56 (R-1.79)
R-19
R-7
35F56
R-38
R-19
16.0%
0.56 (R-1.79)
R-19
R-7
Double pane wood or vinyl low-e
35A52
R-38
R-13
14.20
0.52 (R-1.92)
R-19
R-7
35B52
R-38
R-14
14.9%
0.52 (R-1.92)
R-19
R-7
35C52
R-38
R-15
15.4%
0.52 (R-1.92)
R-19
R-7
35D52
R-38
R-16
16.1%
0.52 (R-1.92)
R-19
R-7
35D52
R-38
R-17
16.8%
0.52 (R-1.92)
R-19
R-7
35F52
R-38
R-19
17.4%
0.52 (R-1.92)
R-19
R-7
Double pane wood or vinyl, low-e, inert gas
35A47
R-38
R-13
15.8%
0.47 (R-1.92)
R-19
R-7
35B47
R-38
R-14
16.8%
0.47 (R-1.92)
R-19
R-7
35C47
R-38
R-15
17.3%
0.47 (R-1.92)
R-19
R-7
35D47
R-38
R-16
18.2%
0.47 (R-1.92)
R-19
R-7
35E47
R-38
R-17
18.8%
0.47 (R-1.92)
R-19
R-7
35F47
R-38
R-19
19.6%
0.47 (R-1.92)
R-19
R-7
Double pane wood or vinyl, low-e, inert gas &
							 1/2" air space or triple pane
35A43
R-38
R-13
17.7%
0.43 (R-2.33)
R-19
R-7
35B43
R-38
R-14
18.7%
0.43 (R-2.33)
R-19
R-7
35C43
R-38
R-15
19.3%
0.43 (R-2.33)
R-19
R-7
35D43
R-38
R-16
20.2%
0.43 (R-2.33)
R-19
R-7
35E43
R-38
R-17
20.9%
0.43 (R-2.33)
R-19
R-7
35F43
R-38
R-19
21.7%
0.43 (R-2.33)
R-19
R-7
High performance double pane low-e, inert gas 1/2"
							 air space
35A35
R-38
R-13
23.0%
0.35 (R-2.58)
R-19
R-7
35B35
R-38
R-14
24.2%
0.35 (R-2.58)
R-19
R-7
35C35
R-38
R-15
24.9%
0.35 (R-2.58)
R-19
R-7
35D35
R-38
R-16
25.9%
0.35 (R-2.58)
R-19
R-7
35E35
R-38
R-17
26.7%
0.35 (R-2.58)
R-19
R-7
35F35
R-38
R-19
27.8%
0.35 (R-2.58)
R-19
R-7
Note 1. May use R-19 on slope ceilings and under HVAC up to
				  25% of ceiling Area
Note 2. Wall R-value is R-value of cavity insulation plus
				  stabilized (aged) R-value of sheathing rounded down to a whole number. 25% of
				  exterior gross wall area may have plywood, OSB or gypsum (garage walls).
Note 3. Total area of all windows and doors in conditioned
				  areas.
Note 4. Window and Door U-values are per U-value Default
				  Table For Windows, Glazed Doors, Non-Glazed Doors & Skylights or approve
				  Testing Lab label. Door U-value shall be equal to or less than window U-values
				  (up to 1% of openings U-value may be excluded (i.e less than Table U-value) to
				  allow for decorative glazing, fancy doors or skylights.
Note 5. R-value of insulation installed between floor
				  joists.
Note 6. Use only if floor is not insulated or basement is
				  conditioned. All doors and windows are included in window area. Stud walls
				  shall be insulated same as Wall R-value. This applies to both "Code" basement
				  walls (50% below grade) and walls in daylight basements that are less than 50%
				  below grade. Code approved insulation may be left exposed, all other insulation
				  shall be covered with 1/2" gypsum (or other approved 15 minutes thermal
				  barrier).
You are deemed to comply with the 1996 Georgia Energy Code if
				  you build using one of these options.
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The "Deemed to Comply" Approach
3500 HDD (Greater Atlanta Area) SINGLE STEP ENERGY CODE
				  COMPLIANCE You are "deemed to comply" with the
Georgia State Energy
				  Code for Buildings
if your structure meets the following
				  conditions.
1. Your building shall be a one or two family detached
				  dwelling
2. Your building shall not be larger in size than 5,000
				  square feat of conditioned floor space
3. Your building site must be located in an area of the state
				  where climatic conditions shown in Chapter 3 of The
Energy
				  Code
are 3500 Heating Degree Days (HDD) or less
4. Your building is three stories or less in height
5. You shall not make any substitutions of any kind for
				  R-values listed below
6. Your window and door openings shall not exceed 19.0% of
				  the gross (conditioned space) wall area
7. You shall comply with the
Energy Code
requirements for limiting air infiltration
8. Equipment efficiencies required by the
Energy
				  Code
shall be observed
-Openings in gross wall area
19.0% Maximum
-Ceiling
							 insulation*
R-30
-Floor Insulation
R-13
-Wall insulation, Fiberglass Batts
R-13
-Insulating Sheathing
R-3
-Basement Masonry wall insulation
R-7
-Slab Perimeter
							 Insulation***
R-0
-Windows, Double Pane or Single pane with Storm
							 Window
R-1.79 (U-0.56)
All R-values shall be printed on the actual insulation and be
				  stabilized R-values
These R-values may result in some degree of "over-design".
				  This was done so this method could apply to almost all one and two family
				  residential construction built in Georgia (except mountains). If you must
				  change one or more of the R-values listed to a lower R-value, 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 Climate Zone Table or Tradeoff Worksheet. You may use
				  one of the "Chapter Approaches" of the actual
CABO Model Energy
				  Code
1995 Edition.
At the time a permit is requested, you shall state how you
				  plan to meet the Georgia State
Energy Code.
When using this
				  method you are not required to turn in any additional paperwork.
* Sloped ceilings, such as
				  cathedral & tray ceilings, which require batt insulation, and HVAC
				  platforms may be insulated with R-19 batts, provided the R-19 batts do not
				  exceed 25% of the total ceiling area and provided the flat portion of the
				  ceilings is insulated to R-30.
** Plywood, OSB, or gypsum on
				  garage walls may be used on 25% of opaque wall to meet corner
				  bracing/structural requirements.
*** Unheated slabs, for heated
				  slab consult local Building Official
The "Deemed to Comply" Approach
4500 HDD or
				  Less (Mountains of North Georgia) SINGLE STEP ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE
You are "deemed to comply" with the
Georgia State
				  Energy Code for Buildings
if your structure meets the following
				  conditions.
1.Your building shall be a one or two family detached
				  dwelling
2. Your building shall not be larger in size than 5,000
				  square feet of conditioned floor space
3. Your building site must be located in an area of the state
				  where climatic conditions shown in Chapter 3 of The
Energy
				  Code
are 4500 Heating Degree Days (HDD) or less
4. Your building is three stories or less in height
5. You shall not make any substitutions of any kind for
				  R-values listed below
6. Your window and door openings shall not exceed 17.8% of
				  the gross (conditioned space) wall area
7. You shall comply with the
Energy Code
requirements for limiting air infiltration
8. Equipment efficiencies required by the
Energy
				  Code
shall be observed
-Openings in gross wall area
17.8% Maximum
-Ceiling
							 insulation*
R-30
-Floor Insulation
R-19
-Wall insulation, Fiberglass Batts
R-13
-Foam Sheathing
							 Insulation**
R-4
-Basement Masonry wall insulation
R-8.5
-Slab Perimeter
							 Insulation***
R-4
-Windows, Double Pane or Single pane with Storm
							 Window
R-1.92 (U-0.52)
All R-values shall be printed on the actual insulation and be
				  stabilized R-values
These R-values may result in some degree of "over-design".
				  This was done so this method could apply to almost all one and two family
				  residential construction built in south Georgia. If you must change one or more
				  of the R-values listed to a lower R-value, 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 Climate Zone Table or Tradeoff Worksheet. You may use
				  one of the "Chapter Approaches" of the actual
CABO Model Energy Code
				  1995 Edition.
At the time a permit is requested, you shall state how you
				  plan to meet the Georgia State
Energy Code.
When using this
				  method you are not required to turn in any additional paperwork.
* Sloped ceilings, such as
				  cathedral & tray ceilings, which require batt insulation, may be insulated
				  with R-19 batts, provided the R-19 batts do not exceed 25% of the total ceiling
				  area and provided the flat portion of the ceilings is insulated to R-38.
** May use Plywood/OSB for corner
				  and required wall bracing 20% of gross wall area.
*** Unheated slabs, for heated
				  slab use R-8 insulation. May eliminate slab-on-grade insulation by increasing
				  the wall R-value by R-1 or increasing ceiling insulation from R-30 to
				  R-38.
The "Deemed to Comply" Approach
4500 HDD
				  (Mountain Area) SINGLE STEP ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE
You are "deemed to comply" with the
Georgia State
				  Energy Code for Buildings
if your structure meets the following
				  conditions.
1. Your building shall be a one or two family detached
				  dwelling
2. Your building shall not be larger in size than 5,000
				  square feet of conditioned floor space
3. Your building site must be located in an area of the state
				  where climatic conditions shown in Chapter 3 of The
Energy
				  Code
are 4500 Heating Degree Days (HDD) or less
4. Your building is three stories or less in height
5. You shall not make any substitutions of any kind for
				  R-values listed below
6. Your window and door openings shall not exceed 16.2% of
				  the gross (conditioned space) wall area
7. You shall comply with the
Energy Code
requirements for limiting air infiltration
8. Equipment efficiencies required by the
Energy
				  Code
shall be observed
-Openings in gross wall area
16.1% Maximum
-Ceiling
							 insulation*
R-38
-Floor Insulation
R-19
-Wall insulation, Fiberglass Batts
R-13
Insulating Sheathing
R-3
-Basement Masonry wall insulation
R-7
-Slab Perimeter
							 Insulation***
R-0
-Windows, Double Pane or Single pane with Storm
							 Window
R-1.92 (U-0.52)
All R-values shall be printed on the actual insulation and be
				  stabilized R-values
These R-values may result in some degree of "over-design".
				  This was done so this method could apply to almost all one and two family
				  residential construction built in Georgia (except mountains). If you must
				  change one or more of the R-values listed to a lower R-value, then do not use
				  this method.
No substitutions are allowed here.
Instead, you may use one of the offer methods to show
				  compliance, such as the Climate Zone Table or Tradeoff Worksheet. You may use
				  one of the "Chapter Approaches" of the actual
CABO Model Energy
				  Code
1995 Edition
At the time a permit is requested, you shall state how you
				  plan to meet the Georgia State
Energy Code
.
When using this method you are not required to turn in any
				  additional paperwork.
* Sloped ceilings, such as
				  cathedral & tray ceilings, which require batt insulation and HVAC Platforms
				  may be insulated with R-19 bars, provided the R-19 batts do not exceed 25% of
				  the total ceiling area and provided the flat portion of the ceilings is
				  insulated to R-38.
** Plywood, OSB or gypsum on
				  garage walls may be used on 25% of opaque wall to meet corner
				  bracing/structural requirements.
*** Unheated slabs, for heated
				  slab consult the Local Building Official
*The 1995 CABO Model Energy Code with Georgia Supplements and
				  Amendments is hereby further amended by amending Section 702.1.3 of Chapter 7
				  to read as follows:
702.1.3
Modify 402.3.2 by adding the
							 following: "Slab perimeter insulation shall be done in accordance with the
							 trade-off procedures of this Chapter or ASHRAE published procedures."
* The 1995 CABO Model Energy Code with Georgia Supplements
				  and Amendments is hereby further amended by revising figure 3 in Chapter 8 and
				  by adding a figure 4 to Chapter 8 and renumbering the remaining figures as
				  follows:
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ANNUAL FARENHEIT (Celsius) HEATING DEGREE DAYS (in thousands)
				  (65° F. BASE) 1Insulation shall be installed at least the minimum distance
				  shown in the table below measured from the top of the slab. 2Slab edge
				  insulation is not required for unheated slabs in areas of very heavy termite
				  infestation probability as shown in Figure 4 contained in Chapter 8.
For SI: 1 h*ft.2. °F./Btu = 0.176
				  m2. k/W. °F. = 1.8°C. ÷ 32.
HEATING DEGREE DAYS MINIMUM DISTANCE
HEATED
500-5,999
24 inches
SLABS
[GREATER -THAN OR EQUAL
						  TO]6,000
48 inches
UNHEATED
2,500-5,999
24 inches
SLABS
[GREATER -THAN OR EQUAL TO] 6,000
48 inches
FOR SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  8-2-20.