2015 IBC ALLOWABLE HEIGHT AND AREA
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About this event
Based on the provisions of IBC Chapter 5, this seminar focuses on how a building`s occupancy classification and type of construction relate to the maximum building size permitted by the IBC. The approach to determining a building`s maximum allowable height and area is explained, including use of Table 503 and all related permitted increases due to sprinkler protection and frontage open space. Detailed provisions related to mezzanines and unlimited area buildings are also addressed. Specific topics include:
- Concept of limiting a building`s height and area due to occupancy and construction type
- General limitations based on Table 503
- Allowable height increases due to sprinkler protection
- Height limits of roof structures
- Mezzanine definition, benefits, area limitations and permissible openness
- Equipment platforms
- Allowable area increases due to sprinkler protection
- Allowable area increases due to open frontage
- Allowable area increases for multi-story buildings
- Concept of unlimited area building provisions
- Unlimited area building allowances
The following publication is recommended to ensure success in the course:
2015 International Building Code® (IBC®)
Organizer Code Administrators Association of Kentucky
Organizer of 2015 IBC ALLOWABLE HEIGHT AND AREA
The Code Administrators Association of Kentucky hosts two conferences each year, typically April and October. They also host or co-host various one-day seminars throughout the year. We have co-hosted multiple one-day KRC seminars in late February/March. We are also proud to partner with Kentucky AIA and Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction as a co-host for multiple one-day building code seminars each June. Visit our website, www.caak.org, for updates on all our educational opportunities presented throughout the year.
