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Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 63 - VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE › Part I - Construction › Section 13VAC5-63-60 - Section 106 Powers and duties of the building official

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A. Section 106.1 Powers and duties,
				  generally. The building official shall enforce this code as set out herein and
				  as interpreted by the State Review Board.
B. Section 106.2 Delegation of authority. The
				  building official may delegate powers and duties except where such authority is
				  limited by the local government. However, such limitations of authority by the
				  local government are not applicable to the third-party inspector policy
				  required by Section 113.7.1 nor shall such limitations of authority by the
				  local government have the effect of altering the provisions of this code or
				  creating building regulations. When such delegations are made, the building
				  official shall be responsible for assuring that they are carried out in
				  accordance with the provisions of this code.
C. Section 106.3 Issuance of modifications.
				  Upon written application by an owner or an owner's agent, the building official
				  may approve a modification of any provision of the USBC provided the spirit and
				  functional intent of the code are observed and public health, welfare and
				  safety are assured. The decision of the building official concerning a
				  modification shall be made in writing and the application for a modification
				  and the decision of the building official concerning such modification shall be
				  retained in the permanent records of the local building department.
Note: The USBC references nationally recognized model codes
					 and standards. Future amendments to such codes and standards are not
					 automatically included in the USBC; however the building official should give
					 them due consideration in deciding whether to approve a modification.
D. Section 106.3.1 Substantiation
				  of modification. The building official may require or may consider a statement
				  from a registered design professional (RDP) or other person competent in the
				  subject area of the application as to the equivalency of the proposed
				  modification. In addition, the building official may require the application to
				  include construction documents sealed by an RDP. The building official may also
				  consider nationally recognized guidelines in deciding whether to approve a
				  modification.
E. Section 106.3.2
				  Use of performance code. Compliance with the provisions of a nationally
				  recognized performance code when approved as a modification shall be considered
				  to constitute compliance with this code. All documents submitted as part of
				  such consideration shall be retained in the permanent records of the local
				  building department.
Statutory Authority: §
												36-98
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 63 - VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE › Part I - Construction › Section 13VAC5-63-70 - Section 107 Fees

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A.
				  Section 107.1 Authority for charging fees. In accordance with §
										36-105 of the Code of Virginia,
				  fees may be levied by the local governing body in order to defray the cost of
				  enforcement of the USBC. With the exception of the levy collected pursuant to
				  Section 107.2, fees levied pursuant to this section shall be used only to
				  support the functions of the local building department.
Note: See subsection D of §
											36-105 of the Code of Virginia for
					 rules for permit fees involving property with easements or liens.
B. Section 107.1.1 Fee schedule.
				  The local governing body shall establish a fee schedule incorporating unit
				  rates, which may be based on square footage, cubic footage, estimated cost of
				  construction, or other appropriate criteria. A permit or any amendments to an
				  existing permit shall not be issued until the designated fees have been paid,
				  except that the building official may authorize the delayed payment of
				  fees.
C. Section 107.1.2 Refunds.
				  When requested in writing by a permit holder, the locality shall provide a fee
				  refund in the case of the revocation of a permit or the abandonment or
				  cancellation of a building project. The refund shall not be required to exceed
				  an amount that correlates to work not completed.
D. Section 107.1.3 Fees for generators used
				  with amusement devices. Fees for generators and associated wiring used with
				  amusement devices shall only be charged under the Virginia Amusement Device
				  Regulations (13VAC5-31).
E. Section
				  107.2 Code academy fee levy. In accordance with subdivision 7 of §
										36-137 of the Code of Virginia,
				  the local building department shall collect a 2.0% levy of fees charged for
				  permits issued under this code and transmit it quarterly to DHCD to support
				  training programs of the Virginia Building Code Academy. Localities that
				  maintain individual or regional training academies accredited by DHCD shall
				  retain such levy.
Statutory Authority: §
												36-98 of the Code of
						Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 63 - VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE › Part I - Construction › Section 13VAC5-63-80 - Section 108 Application for permit

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A. Section 108.1 When applications are
				  required. Application for a permit shall be made to the building official and a
				  permit shall be obtained prior to the commencement of any of the following
				  activities, except that applications for emergency construction, alterations,
				  or equipment replacement shall be submitted by the end of the first working day
				  that follows the day such work commences. In addition, the building official
				  may authorize work to commence pending the receipt of an application or the
				  issuance of a permit.
1. Construction or
				  demolition of a building or structure. Installations or alterations involving
				  (i) the removal or addition of any wall, partition, or portion thereof; (ii)
				  any structural component; (iii) the repair or replacement of any required
				  component of a fire or smoke rated assembly; (iv) the alteration of any
				  required means of egress system, including the addition or removal of emergency
				  supplemental hardware; (v) water supply and distribution system, sanitary
				  drainage system, or vent system; (vi) electric wiring; (vii) fire protection
				  system, mechanical systems, or fuel supply systems; or (viii) any equipment
				  regulated by the USBC.
2. For
				  change of occupancy, application for a permit shall be made when a new
				  certificate of occupancy is required by the VEBC.
3. Movement of a lot line that increases the
				  hazard to or decreases the level of safety of an existing building or structure
				  in comparison to the building code under which such building or structure was
				  constructed.
4. Removal or
				  disturbing of any asbestos containing materials during the construction or
				  demolition of a building or structure, including additions.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 63 - VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE › Part I - Construction › Section 13VAC5-63-110 - Section 111 RDP services

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A.
				  Section 111.1 When required. In accordance with § 54.1-410 of the Code of
				  Virginia and under the general authority of this code, the local building
				  department shall establish a procedure to ensure that construction documents
				  under Section 109 are prepared by an RDP in any case in which the exemptions
				  contained in § 54.1-401, 54.1-402 or 54.1-402.1 of the Code of Virginia
				  are not applicable or in any case where the building official determines it
				  necessary. When required under § 54.1-402 of the Code of Virginia or when
				  required by the building official, or both, construction documents shall bear
				  the name and address of the author and his occupation.
Note: Information on the types of construction required to
					 be designed by an RDP is included in the "Related Laws Package" available from
					 DHCD.
B. Section 111.2
				  Special inspection requirements. Special inspections shall be conducted when
				  required by Section 1704. Individuals or agencies, or both, conducting special
				  inspections shall meet the qualification requirements of Sections 1703 and
				  1704.2.1. The permit applicant shall submit a completed statement of special
				  inspections with the permit application. The building official shall review,
				  and if satisfied that the requirements have been met, approve the statement of
				  special inspections as required in Sections 1704.2.3 and 1705 as a requisite to
				  the issuance of a building permit. The building official may require interim
				  inspection reports. The building official shall receive, and if satisfied that
				  the requirements have been met, approve a final report of special inspections
				  as specified in Section 1704.2.4. All fees and costs related to the special
				  inspections shall be the responsibility of the building owner.
Statutory Authority: § 36-98 of the Code of
						Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 63 - VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE › Part I - Construction › Section 13VAC5-63-130 - Section 113 Inspections

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A.
				  Section 113.1 General. In accordance with §
										36-105 of the Code of Virginia,
				  any building or structure may be inspected at any time before completion and
				  shall not be deemed in compliance until approved by the inspecting authority.
				  Where the construction cost is less than $2,500, however, the inspection may,
				  in the discretion of the inspecting authority, be waived. The building official
				  shall coordinate all reports of inspections for compliance with the USBC, with
				  inspections of fire and health officials delegated such authority, prior to the
				  issuance of an occupancy permit.
B.
				  Section 113.1.1 Equipment required. Any ladder, scaffolding, or test equipment
				  necessary to conduct or witness a requested inspection shall be provided by the
				  permit holder.
C. Section 113.1.2
				  Duty to notify. When construction reaches a stage of completion that requires
				  an inspection, the permit holder shall notify the building official.
D. Section 113.1.3 Duty to inspect. Except as
				  provided for in Section 113.7, the building official shall perform the
				  requested inspection in accordance with Section 113.6 when notified in
				  accordance with Section 113.1.2.
E.
				  Section 113.2 Prerequisites. The building official may conduct a site
				  inspection prior to issuing a permit. When conducting inspections pursuant to
				  this code, all personnel shall carry proper credentials.
F. Section 113.3 Minimum inspections. The
				  following minimum inspections shall be conducted by the building official when
				  applicable to the construction or permit:
1.
				  Inspection of footing excavations and reinforcement material for concrete
				  footings prior to the placement of concrete.
2. Inspection of foundation systems during
				  phases of construction necessary to ensure compliance with this code.
3. Inspection of preparatory work prior to
				  the placement of concrete.
4.
				  Inspection of structural members and fasteners prior to concealment.
5. Inspection of electrical, mechanical and
				  plumbing materials, equipment, and systems prior to concealment.
6. Inspection of energy conservation material
				  prior to concealment.
7. Final
				  inspection.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 63 - VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE › Part I - Construction › Section 13VAC5-63-140 - Section 114 Stop work orders

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A. Section 114.1 Issuance of order. When the
				  building official finds that work on any building or structure is being
				  executed contrary to the provisions of this code or any pertinent laws or
				  ordinances, or in a manner endangering the general public, a written stop work
				  order may be issued. The order shall identify the nature of the work to be
				  stopped and be given either to the owner of the property involved, to the
				  owner's agent or to the person performing the work. Following the issuance of
				  such an order, the affected work shall cease immediately. The order shall state
				  the conditions under which such work may be resumed.
B. Section 114.2 Limitation of order. A stop
				  work order shall apply only to the work identified in the order, provided that
				  other work on the building or structure may be continued if not concealing the
				  work covered by the order.
Statutory Authority
§ 36-98 of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 63 - VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE › Part I - Construction › Section 13VAC5-63-160 - Section 116 Certificates of occupancy

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A. Section 116.1 General; when to be issued.
				  Prior to occupancy or change of occupancy of a building or structure, a
				  certificate of occupancy shall be obtained in accordance with this section. The
				  building official shall issue the certificate of occupancy within five working
				  days after approval of the final inspection and when the building or structure
				  or portion thereof is determined to be in compliance with this code and any
				  pertinent laws or ordinances, or when otherwise entitled.
Exceptions:
1. A
				  certificate of occupancy is not required for an accessory structure as defined
				  in the IRC.
2. A new certificate of
				  occupancy is not required for an addition to an existing Group R-5 building
				  that already has a certificate of occupancy.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 63 - VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE › Part I - Construction › Section 13VAC5-63-210 - Chapter 3 Use and occupancy classification

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A. Change Items 6 and 8 of Section 302.1 of
				  the IBC to read:
1. Institutional (see
				  Section 308 and Section 313 for SRCFs).
2. Residential (see Section 310 and Section
				  313 for SRCFs): Groups R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, and R-5.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 63 - VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE › Part I - Construction › Section 13VAC5-63-220 - Chapter 4 Special detailed requirements based on use and occupancy

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A. Delete Section
				  403.4.5 of the IBC.
B. Change
				  Sections 407.4 and 407.4.1.1 of the IBC to read:
407.4 Means of egress. Group I-2 occupancies
				  shall be provided with means of egress complying with Sections 407.4.1 through
				  407.4.4 and Chapter 10.
407.4.1.1 Special
				  locking arrangement. Means of egress doors shall be permitted to contain
				  locking devices restricting the means of egress in areas in which the clinical
				  needs of the patients require restraint of movement, where all of the following
				  conditions are met:
1. The locks release upon
				  activation of the fire alarm system or the loss of power.
2. The building is equipped with an approved
				  automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1.
3. A manual release device is provided at a
				  nursing station responsible for the area.
4. A key-operated switch or other manual
				  device is provided adjacent to each door equipped with the locking device. Such
				  switch or other device, when operated, shall result in direct interruption of
				  power to the lock independent of the control system electronics.
5. All staff shall have keys or other means
				  to unlock the switch or other device or each door provided with the locking
				  device.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 63 - VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE › Part I - Construction › Section 13VAC5-63-224 - Chapter 5 General building heights and areas

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Change Section 502.1 to read:
502.1  Address identification. New buildings shall be
					 provided with approved address identification. The address identification shall
					 be legible and placed in a position that is visible from the street or road
					 fronting the property. Address identification characters shall contrast with
					 their background. Address numbers shall be Arabic numbers or alphabetical
					 letters. Numbers shall not be spelled out. Each character shall be a minimum of
					 4 inches (102 mm) high with a minimum stroke width of 1/2 inch (12.7 mm). Where
					 required by the fire code official, address identification shall be provided in
					 additional approved locations to facilitate emergency response. Where access is
					 by means of a private road and the building address cannot be viewed from the
					 public way, a monument, pole or other approved sign or means shall be used to
					 identify the structure.
Statutory Authority: §
												36-98
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 63 - VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE › Part I - Construction › Section 13VAC5-63-226

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Statutory Authority: §
												36-98 of the Code of
						Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 63 - VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE › Part I - Construction › Section 13VAC5-63-230 - Chapter 7 Fire and smoke protection features

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A. Change Item 5 of Section 703.2.2 of the
				  IBC to read:
5. Alternative protection
				  methods as allowed by Section 112.2.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 63 - VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE › Part I - Construction › Section 13VAC5-63-235 - Chapter 8 Interior finishes

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Change Section 806.2 of the IBC to read:
806.2 Combustible decorative materials. In other than
					 Group I-3, curtains, draperies, fabric hangings, and similar combustible
					 decorative materials suspended from walls or ceilings shall comply with Section
					 806.4 and shall not exceed 10% of the specific wall or ceiling area to which it
					 is attached.
Fixed or movable walls and partitions, paneling, wall pads,
					 and crash pads applied structurally or for decoration, acoustical correction,
					 surface insulation, or other purposes shall be considered interior finish,
					 shall comply with Section 803, and shall not be considered decorative materials
					 or furnishings.
Exceptions:
1. In
				  auditoriums or similar types of spaces in Group A, the permissible amount of
				  curtains, draperies, fabric hangings, and similar combustible decorative
				  materials suspended from walls or ceilings shall not exceed 75% of the
				  aggregate wall area where the building is equipped throughout with an automatic
				  sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1, and where the material
				  is installed in accordance with Section 803.15 of this code.
2. In auditoriums or similar types of spaces
				  in Group A, the permissible amount of decorative materials suspended from the
				  ceiling, located no more than 12 inches (305 mm) from the wall, not supported
				  by the floor, and meeting the flame propagation performance criteria of NFPA
				  701, shall not exceed 75% of the aggregate wall area when the building is
				  equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with
				  Section 903.3.1.1.
3. In Group R-2
				  dormitories, within sleeping units and dwelling units, the permissible amount
				  of curtains, draperies, fabric hangings, and similar decorative materials
				  suspended from walls or ceiling shall not exceed 50% of the aggregate walls
				  areas where the building is equipped throughout with an approved automatic
				  sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.
4. In Groups B and M occupancies, the amount
				  of combustible fabric partitions suspended from the ceiling and not supported
				  by the floor shall comply with Section 806.4 and shall not be
				  limited.
Statutory Authority: §
												36-98
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 63 - VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE › Part I - Construction › Section 13VAC5-63-240 - Chapter 9 Fire protection systems

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A. Change Item 2 of Section 903.2.1.2 of the
				  IBC to read:
2. The fire area has an occupant
				  load of 100 or more in night clubs or 300 or more in other Group A-2
				  occupancies.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 63 - VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE › Part I - Construction › Section 13VAC5-63-245 - Chapter 10 Means of egress

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A. Delete Section 1002.2 of the
				  IBC.
B. Change Section 1004.9 of
				  the IBC to read:
1004.9 Posting of occupant
				  load. Every room or space that is an assembly occupancy and where the occupant
				  load of that room or space is 50 or more shall have the occupant load of the
				  room or space posted for the intended configurations in a conspicuous place
				  near the main exit or exit access doorway from the room or space. Posted signs
				  shall be of an approved legible permanent design and shall be maintained by the
				  owner or the owner's authorized agent.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 63 - VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE › Part I - Construction › Section 13VAC5-63-250 - Chapter 11 Accessibility

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A. Add an exception to Section 1102.1 of the
				  IBC to read:
Exception: Wall-mounted visible alarm notification
					 appliances in Group I-3 occupancies shall be permitted to be a maximum of 120
					 inches (3048 mm) above the floor or ground, measured to the bottom of the
					 appliance. Such appliances shall otherwise comply with all applicable
					 requirements.
B. Change
				  Section 1103.2.8 of the IBC to read:
1103.2.8
				  Raised and lowered areas in places of religious worship. Raised or lowered
				  areas or portions of areas in places of religious worship are not required to
				  be accessible or to be served by an accessible route, provided such areas are
				  used primarily for the performance of religious ceremonies and are located
				  within an accessible story or mezzanine.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 63 - VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE › Part I - Construction › Section 13VAC5-63-260 - Chapter 12 Interior environment

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A. Add Section 1202.5.4 to the IBC to read:
1202.5.4 Insect screens in occupancies other
				  than Group R. Every door, window, and other outside opening for natural
				  ventilation serving structures classified as other than a residential group
				  containing habitable rooms, food preparation areas, food service areas, or any
				  areas where products to be included or utilized in food for human consumption
				  are processed, manufactured, packaged, or stored shall be supplied with
				  approved tightly fitting screens of not less than 16 mesh per inch (16 mesh per
				  25 mm) and every screen door used for insect control shall have a self-closing
				  device.
Exception: Screen doors shall not be required for out
					 swinging doors or other types of openings which make screening impractical,
					 provided other approved means, such as air curtains or insect repellent fans,
					 are provided.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 63 - VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE › Part I - Construction › Section 13VAC5-63-264 - Chapter 13 Energy efficiency

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Add Section 1301.1.1.1 to the IBC to read:
1301.1.1.1 Changes to the IECC. The following
				  changes shall be made to the IECC:
1. Add
				  Section C402.1.6 to read:
C402.1.6 Groups F,
				  S, and U. Appendix CD may be used as an alternative to the building thermal
				  envelope provisions of this code for Groups F, S, and U.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 63 - VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE › Part I - Construction › Section 13VAC5-63-267 - Chapter 14 Exterior walls

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A. Delete Section 1402.5 of the
				  IBC.
B. Add Section 1402.8 to the
				  IBC to read:
1402.8 Air barriers. The
				  exterior wall envelope shall be designed and constructed by providing air
				  barriers that comply with the IECC.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 63 - VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE › Part I - Construction › Section 13VAC5-63-268 - Chapter 15 Roof assemblies and rooftop structures

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A. Change the title of IBC Section 1512 to
				  read:
Roofing and Roofing Repair.
B. Change Section 1512.1 of the IBC to read
				  as follows and delete the remainder of Section 1512 of the IBC:
1512.1 General. Materials and methods of
				  application used for reroofing and roof repair shall comply with the applicable
				  requirements of Chapter 15 and the requirements of Sections 302.1, 501.1, and
				  602.3.2 of the VEBC, as applicable.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 63 - VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE › Part I - Construction › Section 13VAC5-63-270 - Chapter 16 Structural design

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A. Add the following notation to the list of
				  notations in Section 1602.1 (all other notations remain):
VT = Tornado speed, miles per hour
					 (mph) (m/s) determined from Chapter 32 of ASCE 7.
B. Change Section 1603.1.4 of the IBC to
				  read:
1603.1.4 Wind and tornado design data.
				  The following information related to wind loads and, where required by Section
				  1609.5 tornado loads, shall be shown regardless of whether wind loads govern
				  the design of the lateral force-resisting system of the structure:
1. Basic wind speed, V (mph), tornado speed,
				  VT, and allowable stress design wind speed,
				  Vasd, as determined in accordance with Section
				  1609.3.1.
2. Risk
				  category.
3. Effective plan area,
				  Ae for tornado design in accordance with Chapter 32 of
				  ASCE 7.
4. Wind exposure.
				  Applicable wind direction if more than one wind exposure is utilized.
5. Applicable internal pressure coefficients
				  and applicable tornado internal pressure coefficients.
6. Design wind pressures and their applicable
				  zones with dimensions to be used for exterior component and cladding materials
				  not specifically designed by the registered design professional responsible for
				  the design of the structure, pounds per square foot
				  (kN/m2). Where design for tornado loads is required,
				  the design pressures shown shall be the maximum of wind or tornado
				  pressures.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 63 - VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE › Part I - Construction › Section 13VAC5-63-280 - Chapter 17 Special inspections and tests

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A. Change Section 1703.1 of the IBC to read:
1703.1 Approved agency. An approved agency
				  responsible for laboratory testing, special inspections, or both must comply
				  with the qualification, certification and experience requirements of ASTM E329
				  or the alternatives listed in this section.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 13 - HOUSING › Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 63 - VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE › Part I - Construction › Section 13VAC5-63-290 - Chapter 18 Soils and foundations

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A. Change the exception to Section 1804.6 of
				  the IBC to read:
Exception: Compacted fill material less than 12 inches (305
					 mm) in depth need not comply with an approved report, provided it is a natural
					 non-organic material that is not susceptible to swelling when exposed to
					 moisture and it has been compacted to a minimum of 90% Modified Proctor in
					 accordance with ASTM D1557. The compaction shall be verified by a qualified
					 inspector approved by the building official. Material other than natural
					 material may be used as fill material when accompanied by a certification from
					 an RDP and approved by the building official.
B. Add an exception to Section 1808.1 of the
				  IBC to read:
Exception: One-story detached accessory structures not
					 exceeding 256 square feet (23.78m2) of building
					 area, provided all of the following conditions are met:
1. The building eave height is 10 feet (3048
				  mm) or less.
2. The maximum height
				  from the finished floor level to grade does not exceed 18 inches (457.2
				  mm).
3. The supporting structural
				  elements in direct contact with the ground shall be placed level on firm soil
				  and when such elements are wood they shall be approved pressure preservative
				  treated suitable for ground contact use.
4. The structure is anchored to withstand
				  wind loads as required by this code.
5. The structure shall be of light-frame
				  construction with walls and roof of light weight material, not slate, tile,
				  brick or masonry.
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Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A. Add
				  Exception 2 to Item 2 of Section 2308.2.3 of the IBC to read:
2. Concrete slab-on-grade live load limited
				  only by allowable soil bearing pressure.
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Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Change Section 2603.5.5 of the IBC to read:
2603.5.5 Vertical and lateral fire propagation. Exterior
					 wall assemblies shall be tested in accordance with, and comply with, acceptance
					 criteria of NFPA 285. Where noncombustible materials or combustible materials
					 permitted by Section 603, 803, 806 or 1405 differ from assembly to assembly or
					 within an assembly, multiple tests shall not be required.
Exceptions:
1.
				  One-story buildings where the exterior wall covering is
				  noncombustible.
2. Wall assemblies
				  where the foam plastic insulation is covered on each face by not less than
				  1-inch (25 mm) thickness of masonry or concrete and meeting one of the
				  following:
2.1. There is no air space between
				  the insulation and the concrete or masonry.
2.2. The insulation has a flame spread index
				  of not more than 25 as determined in accordance with ASTM E 84 or UL 723 and
				  the maximum air space between the insulation and the concrete or masonry is not
				  more than 1 inch (25 mm).
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Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A.
				  Change Section 2701.1 of the IBC to read:
2701.1 Scope. This chapter governs the
				  electrical components, equipment, and systems used in buildings and structures
				  covered by this code. Electrical components, equipment, and systems shall be
				  designed and constructed in accordance with the provisions of this code and
				  NFPA 70.
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Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A. Change Section 2801.1 of the IBC to read:
2801.1 Scope. Mechanical appliances,
				  equipment, and systems shall be constructed and installed in accordance with
				  this chapter, the IMC, and the IFGC. Masonry chimneys, fireplaces, and
				  barbecues shall comply with the IMC and Chapter 21 of this code.
Exception: This code shall not govern the construction of
					 water heaters, boilers, and pressure vessels to the extent that they are
					 regulated by the Virginia Boiler and Pressure Vessel Regulations (16VAC25-50).
					 However, the building official may require the owner of a structure to submit
					 documentation to substantiate compliance with those regulations.
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Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A. Change Section 2901.1 of the IBC to read:
2901.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter
				  and the IPC shall govern the design and installation of all plumbing systems
				  and equipment, except that as provided for in Section 103.5 for functional
				  design, water supply sources and sewage disposal systems are regulated and
				  approved by the Virginia Department of Health and the Virginia Department of
				  Environmental Quality. The approval of pumping and electrical equipment
				  associated with such water supply sources and sewage disposal systems shall,
				  however, be the responsibility of the building official.
Note: See also the Memorandum of Agreement in the "Related
					 Laws Package," which is available from DHCD.
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Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A. Add an exception to Section 3002.4 of the
				  IBC to read:
Exception: Elevators in multistory dwelling units or guest
					 rooms.
B. Change Section
				  3003.3 of the IBC to read:
3003.3 Fire
				  service elevator keys. All elevators shall be equipped to operate with either a
				  standardized or non-standardized fire service elevator key in accordance with
				  the IFC.
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Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A. Change the title of IBC Section 3109 to
				  read:
Swimming Pools, Swimming Pool Enclosures, and Aquatic
					 Recreational Facilities.
B.
				  Change Section 3109.1 of the IBC to read as follows, add Section 3109.1.1 to
				  the IBC to read as follows:
3109.1 General.
				  Swimming pools, swimming pool enclosures, and aquatic recreational facilities,
				  as that term is defined in the ISPSC, shall comply with applicable provisions
				  of the ISPSC.
3109.1.1 Changes to the ISPSC.
				  The following changes shall be made to the ISPSC:
1. Add Section 410.2 and related subsections
				  to the ISPSC to read:
410.2 Showers. Showers
				  shall be in accordance with Sections 410.2.1 through 410.2.5.
410.2.1 Deck hand shower or shower spray
				  unit. Not less than one and not greater than half of the total number of
				  showers required by Section 410.1 shall be a hand shower or spray shower unit
				  located on the deck of or at the entrance of each pool.
410.2.2 Anti-scald device. Where heated water
				  is provided to the showers, the shower water supply shall be controlled by an
				  anti-scald device.
410.2.3 Water
				  heater and mixing valve. Bather access to water heaters and thermostatically
				  controlled mixing valves for showers shall be prohibited.
410.2.4 Flow rate. Each showerhead shall have
				  a water flow of not less than two gallons per minute (7.6 lpm).
410.2.5 Temperature. At each showerhead, the
				  heated shower water temperature shall not exceed
				  120oF (49oC) and shall
				  not be less than 90oF
				  (32oC).
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Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A. Delete Section 3302.1 of the
				  IBC.
B. Add Sections 3302.4 and
				  3302.5 to the IBC to read:
3302.4 Separations
				  between construction areas. Separations used in Type I and Type II construction
				  to separate construction areas from occupied portions of the building shall be
				  constructed of materials that comply with one of the following:
1. Noncombustible materials.
2. Materials that exhibit a flame spread
				  index not exceeding 25 when tested in accordance with ASTM E84 or UL
				  723.
3. Materials exhibiting a peak
				  heat release rate not exceeding 300 kW/m2 when
				  tested in accordance with ASTM E1354 at an incident heat flux of 50
				  kW/m2 in the horizontal orientation on specimens at
				  the thickness intended for use.
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Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A. Add the following standards to the list of
				  referenced standards in Chapter 35 of the IBC:
Standard reference number
Title
ASTM E329-02
Standard Specification for Agencies Engaged in the
								Testing and/or Inspection of Materials Used in Construction
API 650-09
Welded Steel Tanks for Oil Storage
API 653-09
Tank Inspection, Repair, Alteration and
								Reconstruction
NFPA 91-15
Standard for Exhaust Systems for Air Conveying of
								Vapors, Mists and Particulate Solids
TFI RMIP-09
Aboveground Storage Tanks Containing Liquid
								Fertilizer, Recommended Mechanical Integrity Practices
UL 2075-13
Standard for Gas and Vapor Detectors and
								Sensors
ASCE/SEI 7-22
Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for
								Buildings and Other Structures
B.
				  Delete the following standards from the list of referenced standards in Chapter
				  35 of the IBC:
Standard reference number
Title
ASCE/SEI 7-16
Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for
								Buildings and Other Structures
Statutory Authority: §
												36-98 of the Code of
						Virginia.
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Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Appendix E of the IBC shall be part of this
					 code.
Statutory Authority
§ 36-98 of the Code of
						Virginia.
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Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
The following provisions of Appendix F of the IBC are part
					 of this code:
F101.2  Foundation wall ventilation openings.
F101.6  Pier and wood construction. (Includes all
					 provisions.)
Statutory Authority: §
												36-98
						of the Code of Virginia.
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Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
The following provisions of Appendix H of the IBC are part
					 of this code:
H101.2  Signs exempt from permits.
H102 Definitions. (Includes all definitions.)
H103 Location. (Includes Section H103.1.)
H105 through H115. (Includes all provisions.)
Statutory Authority: §
												36-98 of the Code of
						Virginia.
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Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Appendix I of the IBC shall be part of this code.
Statutory Authority: § 36-98 of the Code of
						Virginia.
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Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A.
				  Change Section 201.3 of the IEBC to read:
201.3 Terms defined in other codes. Where
				  terms are not defined in this code and are defined in the other International
				  Codes, such terms shall have the meanings ascribed to them in those codes,
				  except that terms that are not defined in this code and that are defined in the
				  VCC shall take precedence over other definitions.
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Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Replace Chapter 3 of the IEBC with the following:
1. Section 301 General.
301.1 Applicability. The applicable
				  provisions of this chapter shall be used in conjunction with the requirements
				  in this code and shall apply to all construction and rehabilitation.
301.2 Occupancy and use. When determining the
				  appropriate application of the referenced sections of this code, the occupancy
				  and use of a building shall be determined in accordance with Chapter 3 of the
				  VCC.
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Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Replace Chapter 4 of the IEBC with the following:
1. Section 401 General
401.1 Scope. The applicable provisions of
				  this chapter shall apply to all construction and rehabilitation.
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Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Replace Chapter 5 of the IEBC with the following:
1. Section 501 General.
501.1 Scope. Repairs, including the patching
				  , restoration, or replacement of damaged materials, elements, equipment, or
				  fixtures shall comply with the requirements of this chapter. Repairs to
				  historic buildings need only comply with Chapter 9. Portions of the existing
				  building or structure not being repaired shall not be required to comply with
				  the requirements of this code applicable to newly constructed buildings or
				  structures. Work on nondamaged components that is necessary for the required
				  repair of damaged components shall be considered part of the repair and shall
				  not be subject to the provisions of Chapter 6. Routine maintenance required by
				  Section 302, ordinary repairs exempt from permit in accordance with Section
				  108.2 of the VCC, and abatement of wear due to normal service conditions shall
				  not be subject to the requirements for repairs in this section.
501.2 Conformance. The work shall not make
				  the building less conforming than it was before the repair was undertaken.
				  Repairs shall be done in a manner that maintains the following:
1. Level of fire protection that is
				  existing.
2. Level of protection
				  that is existing for the means of egress.
3. Level of accessibility that is
				  existing.