Nov 1, 2012 · I am asking for your opinion about the various terms used in the IRC to describe exterior walking surfaces: Deck, Porch, Patio, Balcony. After 16 years of teaching deck codes …

Oct 27, 2009 · Egress from a balcony is not similar to a sidewalk, since a balcony's egress is restricted to what the building provides. It is an outdoor area subject to Section 1004.5. If the …

Oct 30, 2024 · the balcony is 2224 sq ft. it is like a area, when the board member take a break during the meeting, can breath some fresh air, or if the board room holding an event, wine …

Oct 19, 2009 · A new apartment located on floor 20 will have an outdoor balcony that is accessed only from within the individual dwelling unit. But the balcony needs to be 7 inches above the …

Jan 30, 2013 · I have a 10'x12' balcony with half-walls on three sides and a full wall with a sliding glass door to living space on the 4th side. Below the balcony is finished living space. My …

Feb 12, 2021 · Hi All. We have a 3 story office building in a warmer climate that has a central courtyard and fountain that employees and the public can assess. There are also central …

Jan 20, 2012 · A balcony, deck or porch of a certain size requires a receptacle and many configurations below 20 sq. ft. must be included. That is not all inclusive. At a point, the size …

Sep 14, 2017 · The exterior balcony provides a 2nd means of egress that is access from each tenant space. The balcony begins from the 6th floor on the exterior side of an interior exit …

Nov 2, 2009 · It is a fire rated balcony assembly (1 hour). That means the vertical face of the balcony floor is a continuous rim joist, and the underside of the balcony is exterior fire rated …

Oct 16, 2009 · If we look at NFPA 101 we see the following verbiage. How does this differ from the IBC? 12.2.4.5 Balconies or mezzanines having an occupant load not exceeding 50 shall …