ANSI/ADA Protruding Object Limits
The American National Standards Institute requires that all objects on circulation paths (including telephones and wall sconces) comply with specified
Tag: Building Code
Jefferson County Code Supplement Deletes 2009 Residential Fire Sprinkling Requirements
Although Jefferson County has been one of the first counties in the state to adopt the 2009 International Codes, the
2009 International Code Manuals Available for FREE Viewing Online
Electronic versions of the Code books for the 2009 International Codes including the 2009 IBC (International Building Code), the 2009
Many Hats: The Roles That Architects Play on Behalf of the Client
In architecture school we are taught that an architect must be able to “wear many hats”, as a metaphor for
2009 International Code Changes – Building, Residential, Fire, Energy, Mechanical, Plumbing
EVstudio has the pleasure of listening to a presentation put together by Tim Pate. Tim is a code official at
New Definition of Habitable Attic Space Under 2009 IRC
Under the 2009 International Residential Code, there is a new definition of a habitable attic space. The new language more clearly
New Definitions of Stair and Stairway Under 2009 IRC
Under the 2009 International Residential Code, there are new definitions of Stair and Stairway. The new Stair definition is that it
Denver Metro Area Jurisdictions Converting to 2009 International Codes
Jefferson County is one of the jurisdictions within the state the of Colorado with plans to adopt the 2009 versions
ADA Accessible Doors – An In-Depth Look at the Building Code
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) specifies the minimum criteria for Accessible Doors in New Construction Accessible Buildings. According to
Jeffco Class A Flat Roof, Dry Deck Requirement
As part of Colorado’s dry climate, local fire districts have some authority over the county’s oversite in enforcing our adopted
Overflow Drains and Scuppers – Roof Drainage
Flat roofs that do not drain over the roof edge and roofs that have parapet walls must utilize roof drains
Jefferson County Colorado Residential Energy Code Submittal Requirements
Jefferson County Colorado requires a Residential Energy Code Submittal to obtain a Residential Building Permit including Energy Calculations, Energy Code Worksheets, and a Manual J & Manual D.
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