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This new edition was written in collaboration with the International Conference of Building Officials, writers of the code. It explains in plain English exactly what the latest edition of the Uniform Building Code requires. Based on the 1997 code, it explains the changes and what they mean for the builder. Also covers the Uniform Mechanical Code and the Uniform Plumbing Code. Shows how to design and construct residential and light commercial buildings that'll pass inspection the first time. Suggests how to work with an inspector to minimize construction costs, what common building shortcuts are likely to be cited, and where exceptions may be granted.
Contents
Introduction, 6
1. Why Do I Need a Permit? 7 Purpose of the Code, 10 The Appeal Process, 11 When Is a Permit Needed?, 12 Posting the Permit, 12 Right of Entry, 13 Required Inspections, 14 The Inspector Doesn’t Like It, 15
2. Getting Your Permit, 17 What Plans Are Needed? 17 Plans vs. Specifications, 18 Other Approvals, 19 What the Inspector Looks At, 20 Occupancy Groups, 22 Are You Confused? 26
3. Occupancy Loads and Occupancy Groups, 29 Computing Occupancy Loads, 29 Mixed Occupancy and Different Ownership, 33 Occupancy – Restrictive Requirements, 36 Type of Construction vs. Occupancy, 37 Groups M and S Area Requirements, 40 How Much Remodeling Is Acceptable? 41 Group E Occupancies, 41 Group F Occupancies, 43 Group H Occupancies, 43 Group I Occupancies, 47 Group M Occupancies, 47 Group R – The Residential Occupancy, 47 Group S Occupancies, 48 Group U Occupancies, 48 Leaping From Second Stories, 48 Dwelling Requirements, 48
4. Types of Construction and Fire Resistance, 53 Buildings Classified by Construction, 53 Fire-Retardant Materials, 55 Following the Code Saves Money, 56 Type I Fire-Resistive Buildings, 60 Type II Construction, 61 / Type II-N Construction, 61 Type III Construction, 62 Type IV Construction, 62 Type V Construction, 62
5. Fire Resistance In Buildings, 65 Noncombustible Is Not Nondestructible, 65 Noncombustible Materials, 66 Openings in Fire Assemblies, 69 Fire-Resistive Construction, 71
6. Fire Safety, 75 Fire Detection and Control Systems, 75 Fire Safety Includes Construction and Exits, 78 What Should Be Done? 80
7. Engineering and Design Requirements, 83 Loads and Loading, 83 Design Methods, 84 Roof Loads and Design, 87 Earthquake Loads, 97 Special Purpose Loads, 98
8. Concrete, 101 What Is Concrete? 101 Testing Concrete, 102 Mixing the Batch, 103 Spacing the Reinforcement, 104 Placing Concrete, 106 Settling or Consolidating the Concrete, 107 Curing, 107 Interrupting the Pour, 108
9 Foundations, 111 Site Consideration, 111 Excavation and Fill, 112 Soil Classification and Geology, 115 Foundations and the Frost Line, 116 Post and Beam Foundation, 119 Pole Buildings, 120 Footing and Foundation Summary, 121 Retaining Walls, 121
10. Masonry Walls, 123 Masonry Usually Means Block, 124 General Masonry Requirements, 125 Types of Masonry, 127 Mortar, 129
11. Frame Walls, 133 Lumber Grading, 133 Notching Beams and Joists, 134 Determining Wood Strength, 136 Modulus of Elasticity, 136 Diaphragms and Framing, 138 Joists and Joist Problems, 138 Framing Floors, 140 Framing Walls, 140 Miscellaneous Requirements, 145
12. Exits and Clearances, 151 What Are Exits? 151 Determining Occupant Load for Exits, 152 Establishing Exit Size, 154 Establishing Exit Position, 154 Landings Required, 156 Requirements for Exterior Exit Doors, 156 Exit Enclosures, 157 Exit Lights and Signs, 158 Hallways and Corridors, 158 Stairways and Ramps, 159 Aisles and Aisleways, 160 Fixed Seating, 161 Grandstands and Bleachers, 162
13. Keeping Your Building Warm and Dry, 165 Roof Construction, 165 Roof Covering Classifications, 166 Roof Application Methods, 168 Roof Insulation, Draft Stops and Ventilation, 174 Roof Drainage, 175 Chimneys and Fireplaces, 177
14. Finish Material and Installation Procedures, 183 Suspended Ceilings, 183 Lath, 185 Weather-Resistive Barriers, 186 Plaster, 187 Gypsum Wallboard, 189
15. Combustion Air, 195 Computing Combustion Air Requirements, 196 Consider Other Air Users, 203
16. Heating, Ventilating & Air Conditioning Installing HVAC Equipment, 208 Warm-Air Heating Systems, 213 Venting Appliances, 217 Cooling, 225 Return Air and Outside Air, 225
17. Plumbing for Small Buildings Building Sewers, 229 Dual Use Trenching, 232 Vents and Venting, 234 Indirect Wastes, 234 Traps and Interceptors, 235 Water Distribution, 235 Fixtures, 239
18. Glass, Skylights and Miscellaneous Components Glass and Glazing, 241 Other Glass Applications, 243 Other Plastic Applications, 245 Theaters and Stages, 246 Temporary Use of Public Property, 247 Permanent Use of Public Property, 248 Agricultural Buildings, 249 Prefabricated Buildings, 250 Sound Transmission Control, 250 Swimming Pools, Spas and Hot Tubs, 250
19. Accessibility for the Disabled Definitions, 253 All Disabilities? 254 Where Is Accessibility Required? 254
Appendix: Span Tables, 259
Index, 299
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