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Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part I - General Regulations › Section 13VAC5-52-30 - Section 103 Incorporation by reference

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A. 103.1 General. The following document is
				  adopted and incorporated by reference to be an enforceable part of the SFPC:
The International Fire Code -- 2021 Edition, hereinafter
					 referred to as "IFC," published by the International Code Council, Inc., 500
					 New Jersey Avenue, NW, 6th Floor, Washington, DC 20001-2070, 1-888
					 422-7233.
B. 103.1.1
				  Deletion. Delete IFC Chapter 1.
C.
				  103.1.2 Appendices. The appendices in the IFC are not considered part of the
				  IFC for the purposes of Section 103.1.
Note: Section 101.5 references authority contained in the
					 Code of Virginia for local fire prevention regulations that may be evaluated by
					 localities to determine whether provisions in the IFC appendices may be
					 considered for local fire prevention regulations.
D. 103.2 Amendments. All requirements of the
				  referenced codes and standards that relate to fees, nonoperational permits not
				  specifically required by Section 107.2, unsafe notices, disputes, condemnation,
				  inspections, scope of enforcement, and all other procedural and administrative
				  matters are deleted and replaced by the provisions of Chapter 1 of the SFPC.
Exception: The scope of referenced codes and standards
					 referenced by the SFPC that relate to the maintenance, testing, and inspection
					 requirements or limitations shall be enforceable.
E. 103.2.1 Other amendments. The SFPC
				  contains provisions adopted by the Virginia Board of Housing and Community
				  Development (BHCD), some of which delete, change, or amend provisions of the
				  IFC and referenced standards. Where conflicts occur between such changed
				  provisions and the unchanged provisions of the IFC and referenced standards,
				  the provisions changed by the BHCD shall govern.
Note: The IFC and its referenced standards contain some
					 areas of regulation outside of the scope of the SFPC, as established by the
					 BHCD and under state law. Where conflicts have been readily noted, changes have
					 been made to the IFC and its referenced standards to bring it within the scope
					 of authority; however, in some areas, judgment will have to be made as to
					 whether the provisions of the IFC and its referenced standards are fully
					 applicable.
F. 103.3
				  International Fire Code. Retroactive fire protection system requirements
				  contained in the IFC shall not be enforced unless specified by the
				  USBC.
Statutory Authority: §
												27-97 of the Code of
						Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part I - General Regulations › Section 13VAC5-52-80 - Section 108 Operational permits

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A. 108.1 General. Operational permits shall
				  be in accordance with Section 108. The fire official may require notification
				  prior to (i) activities involving the handling, storage, or use of substances,
				  materials, or devices regulated by the SFPC; (ii) conducting processes that
				  produce conditions hazardous to life or property; or (iii) establishing a place
				  of assembly.
B. 108.1.1 Permits
				  required. Operational permits may be required by the fire official in
				  accordance with Table 107.2. The fire official shall require operational
				  permits for the manufacturing, storage, handling, use, and sale of explosives.
				  Issued permits shall be kept on the premises designated therein at all times
				  and shall be readily available for inspection by the fire official.
Exceptions:
1.
				  Operational permits will not be required by the State Fire Marshal except for
				  the manufacturing, storage, handling, use, and sale of explosives in localities
				  not enforcing the SFPC.
2.
				  Operational permits will not be required for the manufacturing, storage,
				  handling, or use of explosives or blasting agents by the Virginia Department of
				  State Police provided notification to the fire official is made annually by the
				  Chief Arson Investigator listing all storage locations.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part I - General Regulations › Section 13VAC5-52-100 - Section 110 Unsafe conditions

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A. 110.1 General. The fire official shall
				  order the following dangerous or hazardous conditions or materials found to be
				  noncompliant with provisions found within the subsequent sections of this code
				  to be removed or remedied in accordance with the SFPC:
1. Dangerous conditions that are liable to
				  cause or contribute to the spread of fire in or on such premises, building, or
				  structure, or to endanger the occupants thereof.
2. Conditions that would interfere with the
				  efficiency and use of any fire protection equipment.
3. Obstructions to or on fire escapes,
				  stairs, passageways, doors, or windows that are liable to interfere with the
				  egress of occupants or the operation of the fire department in case of
				  fire.
4. Accumulations of dust or
				  waste material in air conditioning or ventilating systems or grease in kitchen
				  or other exhaust ducts.
5.
				  Accumulations of grease on kitchen cooking equipment or oil, grease, or dirt
				  upon, under, or around any mechanical equipment.
6. Accumulations of rubbish, waste, paper,
				  boxes, shavings, or other combustible materials or excessive storage of any
				  combustible material.
7. Hazardous
				  conditions arising from defective or improperly used or installed electrical
				  wiring, equipment, or appliances.
8. Hazardous conditions arising from
				  defective or improperly used or installed equipment for handling or using
				  combustible, explosive, or otherwise hazardous materials.
9. Dangerous or unlawful amounts of
				  combustible, explosive, or otherwise hazardous materials.
10. All equipment, materials, processes, or
				  operations that are in violation of the provisions and intent of this
				  code.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part I - General Regulations › Section 13VAC5-52-110 - Section 111 Violations

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A.
				  111.1 Notice. When the fire official discovers an alleged violation of a
				  provision of the SFPC or other codes or ordinances under the fire official's
				  jurisdiction, the fire official shall prepare a written notice citing the
				  section allegedly violated, describing the condition deemed unsafe, and
				  specifying time limitations for the required abatements to be made to render
				  the structure or premises safe and secure.
B. 111.1.1 Right of appeal. Notices of
				  violation issued under Section 111.1 shall indicate the right of appeal by
				  referencing the appeals section of this code.
Exceptions:
1.
				  Summons issued in lieu of a notice of violation in accordance with Section
				  111.5 of this code.
2. Documents
				  reflecting uncorrected violations in subsequent inspections to verify
				  compliance.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-130 - Application of Part II

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The changes in this part shall be made to the model codes
					 and standards as indicated in this chapter for use as part of the
					 SFPC.
Statutory Authority: §
												27-97 of the Code of
						Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-150 - IFC Chapter 3 General Requirements

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A. The following changes shall be made to
				  Section 301, General:
1. Change Section 301.2
				  to read:
301.2 Permits. Permits shall be
				  required as set forth in Section 107.2 for the activities or uses regulated by
				  Sections 306, 307, 308, 315, and 319.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-160 - IFC Chapter 4 Emergency Planning and Preparedness

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A. The following change shall be made to
				  Section 401, General:
Add Section 401.1.1 to read:
401.1.1 State regulated care facilities
				  (SRCF). When a state license is required by the Virginia Department of Social
				  Services, Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services,
				  Virginia Department of Education, or Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice to
				  operate, SRCF shall comply with this section and the provisions of Section
				  404.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-170 - IFC Chapter 5 Fire Service Features

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A. The following changes shall be made to
				  Section 501, General:
1. Change Section 501.2
				  to read:
501.2 Permits. A permit shall be
				  required as set forth in Section 107.2.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-180 - IFC Chapter 6 Building Services and Systems

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A. The following changes shall be made to
				  Section 601, General:
1. Change Section 601.1
				  to read:
601.1 Scope. The provisions of this
				  chapter shall apply to the operation and maintenance of fuel-fired appliances
				  and heating systems, electrical systems and equipment, mechanical refrigeration
				  systems, elevator recall, and commercial kitchen equipment.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-190 - IFC Chapter 7 Fire and Smoke Protection Features

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A. The following changes shall be made to
				  Section 701, General:
1. Change Section 701.1
				  to read:
701.1 Scope. The provisions of this
				  chapter shall govern maintenance of the materials, systems, and assemblies used
				  for structural fire resistance and fire-resistance-rated construction
				  separation of adjacent spaces to safeguard against the spread of fire and smoke
				  within a building and the spread of fire to or from buildings.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-200 - IFC Chapter 8 Interior Finish, Decorative Materials and Furnishings

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A. Change Section
				  801.1 to read:
801.1 Scope. The provisions of
				  this chapter shall govern interior finish, interior trim, furniture,
				  furnishings, decorative materials, and decorative vegetation in
				  buildings.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-210 - IFC Chapter 9 Fire Protection Systems

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A. The following changes shall be made to
				  Section 901, General:
1. Change Section 901.1
				  to read:
901.1 Scope. The provisions of this
				  chapter shall apply to the inspection, operation, testing, and maintenance of
				  all fire protection systems.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-220 - IFC Chapter 10 Means of Egress

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Replace Chapter 10 with the following:
1001.1 General. Means of egress systems for
				  buildings or portions thereof shall be maintained in accordance with the
				  applicable building code and this chapter.
1001.2 Minimum requirements. It shall be
				  unlawful to alter a building or structure in a manner that will reduce the
				  number of exits or the capacity of the means of egress to less than required by
				  this code.
1001.3 Overcrowding.
				  Overcrowding, admittance of any person beyond the approved occupant load
				  established by the USBC or other building code under which the building was
				  constructed, or obstructing aisles, passageways, or any part of the means of
				  egress shall not be allowed. The fire code official, upon finding any condition
				  that constitutes a life safety hazard, shall be authorized to cause the event
				  to be stopped until such condition or obstruction is corrected.
1001.3.1 Temporary occupant load
				  determination. Where the fire code official determines that overcrowding may
				  exist, the fire code official shall be permitted to utilize the egress
				  component sizing requirements and occupant load allowances of the VCC to
				  determine a temporary occupant load. Where such determination is made, the fire
				  code official shall be permitted to require an approved temporary sign posting
				  of the maximum allowable occupant load and such sign shall be maintained until
				  the building official approves the allowable occupant load, at which time a
				  permanent sign shall be posted, where applicable, or the temporary sign may be
				  removed.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-230 - IFC Chapter 11 Construction Requirements for Existing Buildings

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Delete Chapter 11 in its entirety.
Statutory Authority: §
												27-97 of the Code of
						Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-240 - IFC Chapter 12 Energy Systems

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A. Make the following changes to Section
				  1201, General.
Change Sections 1201.1, 1201.2, and 1201.3 to read:
1201.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter
				  shall apply to the operation and maintenance of energy systems used for
				  generating or storing energy. It shall not apply to equipment associated with
				  the generation, control, transformation, transmission, or distribution of
				  energy installations that is under the exclusive control of an electric utility
				  or lawfully designated agency.
1201.2 Electrical wiring and equipment.
				  Electrical wiring and equipment used in connection with energy systems shall be
				  maintained in accordance with this chapter, Section 603, and the applicable
				  building code.
1201.3 Mixed
				  Systems. The aggregate nameplate kWh energy of all energy storage systems in a
				  fire area shall not exceed the maximum quantity specified for any of the energy
				  systems in the applicable building code and approved by the building official.
				  Where required by the fire code official, a hazard mitigation analysis shall be
				  provided and approved in accordance with Section 106.3 to evaluate any
				  potential adverse interaction between the various energy systems and
				  technologies.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-250 - IFC Chapter 20 Aviation Facilities

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A. The following change shall be made to
				  Section 2001, General:
Change Section 2001.3 to read:
2001.3 Permits. For permits to operate
				  aircraft-refueling vehicles, application of flammable or combustible finishes,
				  and hot work, see Section 107.2.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-260 - IFC Chapter 21 Dry Cleaning

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A. The following change shall be made to
				  Section 2101, General:
Change Section 2101.2 to read:
2101.2 Permit required. Permits shall be
				  required as set forth in Section 107.2.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-270 - IFC Chapter 22 Combustible Dust-Producing Operations

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A. Change Section
				  2201.2 to read:
2201.2 Permits. Permits shall
				  be required for combustible dust-producing operations as set forth in Section
				  107.2.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-280 - IFC Chapter 23 Motor Fuel-Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages

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A. The following
				  changes shall be made to Section 2301, General:
1. Change Section 2301.1 to read:
2301.1 Scope. The operation and maintenance
				  of automotive motor fuel-dispensing facilities, marine motor fuel-dispensing
				  facilities, fleet vehicle motor fuel-dispensing facilities, aircraft
				  motor-vehicle fuel-dispensing facilities, and repair garages shall be in
				  accordance with this chapter. Such operations shall include both those that are
				  accessible to the public and private operations.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-290 - IFC Chapter 24 Flammable Finishes

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A. The following change shall be made to
				  Section 2401, General:
Change Section 2401.3 to read:
2401.3 Permits. Permits shall be required as
				  set forth in Section 107.2.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-300 - IFC Chapter 25 Fruit and Crop Ripening

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A. The following changes shall be made to
				  Section 2501, General:
1. Change Section
				  2501.2 to read:
2501.2 Permits. Permits shall
				  be required as set forth in Section 107.2.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-310 - IFC Chapter 26 Fumigation and Insecticidal Fogging

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Change Section 2601.2 to read:
2601.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as
				  set forth in Section 107.2.
Statutory Authority: §
												27-97 of the Code of
						Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-320 - IFC Chapter 27 Semiconductor Fabrication Facilities

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A. Change Section
				  2701.1 to read:
2701.1 Scope. The operation
				  and maintenance of semiconductor fabrication facilities and comparable research
				  and development areas classified as Group H-5 shall comply with this chapter
				  The use, storage, and handling of hazardous materials in Group H-5 shall comply
				  with this chapter, other applicable provisions of this code, and requirements
				  of the applicable building code.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-330 - IFC Chapter 28 Lumber Yards and Agro-Industrial, Solid Biomass, and Woodworking Facilities

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A.
				  Change Section 2801.2 to read:
2801.2 Permit.
				  Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 107.2.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-340 - IFC Chapter 29 Manufacture of Organic Coatings

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A. Change Section 2901.2 to read:
2901.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as
				  set forth in Section 107.2.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-350 - IFC Chapter 30 Industrial Ovens

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A. Change Section 3001.1 to read:
3001.1 Scope. This chapter shall apply to the
				  maintenance and operation of industrial ovens and furnaces. Industrial ovens
				  and furnaces shall comply with the applicable maintenance provisions of NFPA
				  86, the applicable building code, and this chapter. The terms "ovens" and
				  "furnaces" are used interchangeably in this chapter.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-360 - IFC Chapter 31 Tents, Temporary Special Event Structures, and Other Membrane Structures

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A. The
				  following change shall be made to Section 3101, General:
Change Section 3101.1 to read:
3101.1 Scope. Tents, temporary special event
				  structures, and membrane structures shall comply with this chapter. The
				  provisions of Section 3103 are applicable only to temporary tents and membrane
				  structures. The provisions of Section 3104 are applicable to temporary and
				  permanent tents and membrane structures.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-370 - IFC Chapter 32 High-Piled Combustible Storage

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A. The following changes shall be made to
				  Section 3201, General:
1. Change Section
				  3201.1 to read:
3201.1 Scope. Maintenance and
				  operational aspects of high-piled combustible storage shall be in accordance
				  with this chapter. In addition to the requirements of this chapter, the
				  following material-specific requirements shall apply:
1. Aerosols shall be in accordance with
				  Chapter 51.
2. Flammable and
				  combustible liquids shall be in accordance with Chapter 57.
3. Hazardous materials shall be in accordance
				  with Chapter 50.
4. Storage of
				  combustible paper records shall be in accordance with the applicable NFPA 13
				  standard.
5. Storage of combustible
				  fibers shall be in accordance with Chapter 37.
6. General storage of combustible material
				  shall be in accordance with Chapter 3.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-380 - IFC Chapter 33 Fire Safety during Construction and Demolition

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Make the following changes to Chapter 33:
1. Change Section 3303.3.1 to read:
3303.3.1 Violations. Failure to properly
				  conduct, document, and maintain documentation required by this section shall
				  constitute an unlawful act in accordance with Section 111, and the fire code
				  official may request a stop work order be issued by the building
				  official.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-390 - IFC Chapter 34 Tire Rebuilding and Tire Storage

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A. Change Section 3401.1 to read:
3401.1 Scope. The maintenance and operation
				  of tire rebuilding plants, tire storage, and tire byproduct facilities shall
				  comply with this chapter and other applicable requirements of this code. Tire
				  storage in buildings shall also comply with Chapter 32.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-400 - IFC Chapter 35 Welding and Other Hot Work

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A. Change Section 3501.2 to read:
3501.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as
				  set forth in Section 107.2.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-410 - IFC Chapter 36 Marinas

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A. Change Section 3603.5 to read:
3603.5 Electrical equipment. Electrical
				  equipment shall be maintained in accordance with its listing, Section 603 of
				  this code, and NFPA 303 as required for wet, damp, and hazardous
				  locations.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-420 - IFC Chapter 37 Combustible Fibers

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A. Change Section 3701.3 to read:
3701.3 Permits. Permits shall be required as
				  set forth in Section 107.2.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-430 - IFC Chapter 38 Higher Education Laboratories

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The following changes shall be made to Chapter 38 Higher
					 Education Laboratories.
1. Change
				  Sections 3801.1 and 3801.2 to read:
3801.1
				  Scope. Higher education laboratories and laboratory suites complying with the
				  requirements of this chapter and the applicable building code shall be
				  permitted to exceed the maximum allowable quantities of hazardous materials in
				  control areas without requiring classification as a Group H
				  occupancy.
3801.2 Application. The
				  provisions of this chapter shall be applied as exceptions or additions to
				  applicable requirements of this code. Unless specifically modified by this
				  chapter, the storage, use, and handling of hazardous materials shall comply
				  with the provisions in Chapters 50 through 67 and the applicable building code
				  for quantities not exceeding the maximum allowable quantity.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-440 - IFC Chapter 39 Processing and Extraction Facilities

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Delete Sections 3904.2.2.1 through 3904.2.2.3 and change
					 Sections 3901.1, 3901.3, 3903.1, 3903.4.1, 3904.1, 3904.2.1, 3904.2.2, 3905.1,
					 and 3905.1.1 to read:
1. 3901.1 Scope.
				  Plant processing or extraction facilities shall comply with this chapter and
				  the applicable building code. The extraction process includes the act of
				  extraction of the oils and fats by use of a solvent, desolventizing of the raw
				  material, production of the miscella, distillation of the solvent from the
				  miscella, and solvent recovery. The use, storage, transfilling, and handling of
				  hazardous materials in these facilities shall comply with this chapter, other
				  applicable provisions of this code, and the applicable building code.
2. 3901.3 Permits. Permits shall be required
				  as set forth in Section 107.2.
3.
				  3903.1 Locations. Processing located in a building shall be maintained in
				  accordance with the applicable building code.
4. 3903.4.1 Industrial ovens. The use of
				  industrial ovens shall comply with the applicable building code and Chapter
				  30.
5. 3904.1 General requirements.
				  Systems and equipment used with the processing and extraction of oils and
				  products from plants shall comply with Chapter 50, other applicable provisions
				  of this code, and the applicable building code.
6. 3904.2.1 Listings. Systems or equipment
				  used for the extraction of oils from plant material shall be listed and labeled
				  in accordance with the applicable building code and be operated and maintained
				  in accordance with the listing and the manufacturer's instructions.
7. 3904.2.2 Approvals. Systems or equipment
				  used for the extraction of oils from plant material shall be approved in
				  accordance with the applicable building code.
8. 3905.1 Gas detection. Continuous gas
				  detection system provided in accordance with the applicable building code for
				  extraction processes utilizing flammable gases as solvents shall be maintained
				  as approved. The gas detection threshold shall be not greater than 25% of the
				  lower explosive limit or lower flammable limit (LEL/LFL) of the materials,
				  unless otherwise approved in accordance with the applicable building
				  code.
9. 3905.1.1 System design.
				  Flammable gas detection system provided in accordance with the applicable
				  building code shall be calibrated to the types of fuels or gases used for the
				  extraction process. The gas detection system shall be maintained. The gas
				  detection threshold shall be not greater than 25% of the lower explosive limit
				  or lower flammability limit (LEL/LFL) of the materials, unless otherwise
				  approved in accordance with the applicable building code.
Statutory Authority: §
												27-97 of the Code of
						Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-450 - IFC Chapter 40 Storage of Distilled Spirits and Wines

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A. Make the
				  following changes to Section 4003:
1. Change
				  Section 4003.1 to read:
4003.1 Spill control.
				  Where provided or required by the applicable building code, drainage or
				  containment systems, including curbs, scuppers, special drains, or other
				  suitable means to prevent the flow of spills throughout the building, shall be
				  maintained.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-460 - Reserved

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Statutory Authority: §
												27-97 of the Code of
						Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-470 - Reserved

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Statutory Authority: §
												27-97 of the Code of
						Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-490 - IFC Chapter 51 Aerosols

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A. Change Section 5101.1 to read:
5101.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter
				  and NFPA 30B shall apply to the manufacturing, storage, and display of aerosol
				  products. Manufacturing of aerosol products using hazardous materials shall
				  also comply with Chapter 50.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-500 - IFC Chapter 53 Compressed Gases

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A. Change Section 5301.1 to read:
5301.1 Scope. Storage, use, and handling of
				  compressed gases in compressed gas containers, cylinders, tanks, and systems
				  shall comply with the applicable building code, this chapter, and the use and
				  handling provisions of NFPA 55, including those gases regulated elsewhere in
				  this code. Partially full compressed gas containers, cylinders, or tanks
				  containing residual gases shall be considered as full for the purposes of the
				  controls required.
Liquefied natural gas for use as a vehicular fuel shall
					 also comply with NFPA 52 and NFPA 59A.
Compressed gases classified as hazardous materials shall
					 also comply with Chapter 50 for general requirements and chapters addressing
					 specific hazards, including Chapters 58 (Flammable Gases), 60 (Highly Toxic and
					 Toxic Materials), 63 (Oxidizers, Oxidizing Gases and Oxidizing Cryogenic
					 Fluids), and 64 (Pyrophoric Materials).
Compressed hydrogen (CH2) for use as
					 a vehicular fuel shall also comply with Chapters 23 and 58 of this code and
					 NFPA 2.
Cutting and welding gases shall also comply with Chapter
					 35.
LP-gas shall also comply with Chapter 61.
Exceptions:
1.
				  Gases used as refrigerants in refrigeration systems (see Section
				  606).
2. Compressed natural gas
				  (CNG) for use as a vehicular fuel shall comply with Chapter 23, NFPA 52, and
				  the International Fuel Gas Code.
3.
				  Cryogenic fluids shall comply with Chapter 55.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-510 - IFC Chapter 54 Corrosive Materials

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A. Change Sections 5401.1 and 5401.2 to read:
5401.1 Scope. Maintenance and operational
				  aspects of the storage and use of corrosive materials shall be in accordance
				  with this chapter. Compressed gases shall also comply with Chapter 53.
Exceptions:
1.
				  Display and storage in Group M and storage in Group S occupancies complying
				  with Section 5003.11.
2. Stationary
				  storage battery systems in accordance with Section 1207.
3. This chapter shall not apply to R-717
				  (ammonia) where used as a refrigerant in a refrigeration system (see Section
				  608).
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-520 - IFC Chapter 55 Cryogenic Fluids

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A. Change Sections 5501.1 and 5501.2 to read:
5501.1 Scope. Maintenance and operational
				  aspects of the storage, use, and handling of cryogenic fluids shall comply with
				  this chapter and NFPA 55. Cryogenic fluids classified as hazardous materials
				  shall also comply with the general requirements of Chapter 50. Partially full
				  containers containing residual cryogenic fluids shall be considered as full for
				  the purposes of the controls required.
Exceptions:
1.
				  Fluids used as refrigerants in refrigeration systems (see Section
				  608).
2. Liquefied natural gas
				  (LNG), which shall comply with NFPA 59A.
Oxidizing cryogenic fluids, including oxygen, shall comply
					 with Chapter 63, as applicable.
Flammable cryogenic fluids, including hydrogen, methane,
					 and carbon monoxide, shall comply with Chapters 23 and 58, as
					 applicable.
Inert cryogenic fluids, including argon, helium, and
					 nitrogen, shall comply with ANSI/CGA P-18.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-530 - IFC Chapter 56 Explosives and Fireworks

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A. Change Exception 4 in Section 5601.1 to
				  read:
4. The possession, storage, and use of
				  not more than 15 pounds (6.81 kg) of commercially manufactured sporting black
				  powder, 20 pounds (9 kg) of smokeless powder, and any amount of small arms
				  primers for hand loading of small arms ammunition for personal
				  consumption.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-540 - IFC Chapter 57 Flammable and Combustible Liquids

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A. The following changes shall be made to
				  Section 5701, General:
1. Add Section
				  5701.1.1 to read:
5701.1.1 Other regulations.
				  Provisions of Facility and Aboveground Storage Tank (AST) Regulation
				  (9VAC25-91) and Underground Storage Tanks: Technical Standards and Corrective
				  Action Requirements (9VAC25-580) addressing the maintenance and operational
				  aspects of underground and aboveground storage tanks subject to those
				  regulations are hereby incorporated by reference to be an enforceable part of
				  this code. Where differences occur between the provisions of this code and the
				  incorporated provisions of 9VAC25-91 and 9VAC25-580, the provisions of
				  9VAC25-91 and 9VAC25-580 shall apply.
Note: For requirements for the installation, repair,
					 upgrade, and closure of such tanks, see Section 414.6.2 of the USBC, Part I,
					 Construction.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-550 - IFC Chapter 58 Flammable Gases and Flammable Cryogenic Fluids

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A. Change Sections
				  5801.1 and 5801.2 to read:
5801.1 Scope. The
				  storage and use of flammable gases and flammable cryogenic fluids shall be in
				  accordance with this chapter and NFPA 55. Compressed gases shall also comply
				  with Chapter 53 and cryogenic fluids shall also comply with Chapter 55.
				  Flammable cryogenic fluids shall comply with Section 5806. Hydrogen motor
				  fuel-dispensing stations and repair garages and their associated aboveground
				  hydrogen storage systems shall also be designed, constructed and maintained in
				  accordance with Chapter 23 and NFPA 2.
Exceptions:
1.
				  Gases used as refrigerants in refrigeration systems (see Section
				  608).
2. Liquefied petroleum gases
				  and natural gases regulated by Chapter 61.
3. Fuel-gas systems and appliances regulated
				  under the International Fuel Gas Code other than gaseous hydrogen systems and
				  appliances.
4. Pyrophoric gases in
				  accordance with Chapter 64.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-560 - IFC Chapter 59 Flammable Solids

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A. Change Section 5901.2 to read:
5901.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as
				  set forth in Section 107.2.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-570 - IFC Chapter 60 Highly Toxic and Toxic Materials

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A. Change Sections 6001.1 (Exceptions remain)
				  and 6001.2 to read:
6001.1 Scope. The outside
				  storage and use of highly toxic and toxic materials and the maintenance and
				  operational aspects of inside storage and use of highly toxic and toxic
				  materials shall comply with this chapter. Compressed gases shall also comply
				  with Chapter 53.
6001.2 Permits.
				  Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 107.2.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-580 - IFC Chapter 61 Liquefied Petroleum Gases

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A. Change Sections 6101.1 and 6101.2 and
				  delete Section 6101.3.
6101.1 Scope. Storage,
				  handling, and transportation of liquefied petroleum gas (LP-gas) and LP-gas
				  equipment pertinent to systems for such uses shall comply with this chapter and
				  NFPA 58. Properties of LP-gases shall be determined in accordance with Appendix
				  B of NFPA 58.
6101.2 Permits.
				  Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 107.2. Distributors shall not
				  fill an LP-gas container for which a permit is required unless an operational
				  permit has been issued for that location by the fire code official, except when
				  the container is for temporary use on construction sites.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-590 - IFC Chapter 62 Organic Peroxides

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A. Change Section 6201.2 to read:
6201.2 Permits. Permits shall be required for
				  organic peroxides as set forth in Section 107.2.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-600 - IFC Chapter 63 Oxidizers, Oxidizing Gases and Oxidizing Cryogenic Fluid

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A.
				  Change Section 6301.2 to read:
6301.2
				  Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section
				  107.2.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-610 - IFC Chapter 64 Pyrophoric Materials

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A. Change Section 6401.2 to read:
6401.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as
				  set forth in Section 107.2.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-620 - IFC Chapter 65 Pyroxylin (Cellulose Nitrate) Plastics

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A. Change Section
				  6501.2 to read:
6501.2 Permits. Permits shall
				  be required as set forth in Section 107.2.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-630 - IFC Chapter 66 Unstable (Reactive) Materials

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A. Change Section 6601.2 to read:
6601.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as
				  set forth in Section 107.2.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-640 - IFC Chapter 67 Water-Reactive Solids and Liquids

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A. Change Section 6701.2 to read:
6701.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as
				  set forth in Section 107.2.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-650 - Reserved

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Statutory Authority: §
												27-97 of the Code of
						Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-660 - Reserved

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Statutory Authority: §
												27-97 of the Code of
						Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-670 - Reserved

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Statutory Authority: §
												27-97 of the Code of
						Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 52 - Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code › Part II - Technical Amendments › Section 13VAC5-52-680 - IFC Chapter 80 Referenced Standards

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Add the following standards to the list of referenced
					 standards in Chapter 80 of the IFC:
Standard reference number
Title
CGA C-6 (2001)
Standards for Visual Inspection of Steel Compressed
								Gas Cylinders
NA3178
Smokeless Powder for Small Arms
NFPA 1124-06
Code for the Manufacture, Transportation, and
								Storage of Fireworks and Pyrotechnic Articles
Statutory Authority: §
												27-97 of the Code of
						Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 60 - VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE, VOLUME I NEW CONSTRUCTION CODE/1993 [REPEALED] › Section 13VAC5-60-10 to 13VAC5-60-210 - Repealed

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