
Deck, porch, patio, balcony? | The Building Code Forum
Nov 1, 2012 · Balcony: I find this to only be different for structural design purposes. A "balcony" as might be commonly used to describe a small master bedroom deck is really no different than a …
CBC exterior 3rd floor balcony egress | The Building Code Forum
Oct 30, 2024 · 1) how do you count occupant of a exterior balcony? 2) If I have a exterior balcony outside of a 300 occupant boardroom on the 3rd floor, do I need to provide two doors (> 50 …
Exterior Balcony Egress - The Building Code Forum
Nov 22, 2016 · I realized that there is no egress when the building is locked up because the balcony is only accessed from the adjacent 2nd floor space (no exterior stairs). I can't find …
Are Exterior Balcony/ Walkways Included in Occupant Load?
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 …
FHA and the raised balcony - The Building Code Forum
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 …
Egress Balconies IBC SECTION1021 - The Building Code Forum
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 …
Balconies & Mezzanines Means of Egress - The Building Code Forum
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 …
How to vent a balcony with finished living space below?
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 …
IBC 1021.4 egress balcony edge location - The Building Code Forum
Nov 2, 2009 · Q1. Does that egress description make the roof an "Egress Balcony" for the penthouse per 2016 CBC/IBC 1021.1? Q2. If "yes", then 1021.4 says that exterior egress …
Vents at fire rated balcony construction - The Building Code Forum
Nov 2, 2009 · 705.2.3.2 Vents. [SFM] Vents required by Section 2304.12.2.6 in fire-rated exterior balconies or elevated walkway surfaces shall be designed where the voids created at the …