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Exterior Fire Suppression Systems for Balconies

EVstudio is currently working on a project in the Lo-Hi neighborhood of Denver that will add 300 rental units along

Gross vs. Net ….are your Toilets in…or Out?

While doing the code analysis for two buildings with a mix of Assembly and Business occupancies the following question came up….Restroom

Allowable Number of Stories Above Grade Plane

Allowable Building Height, Story and Area Tables Updated in IBC 2015

Updated versions of the International Building Code are published every 3 years. On a new project, one of the first

ICC Family of Codes – IRC, IBC – Online Library

The International Code Council (ICC), the member focused association that creates and updates model codes and standards used in the design,

Electrical Engineering Bad Electric Panel

Electrical Panel Locations- A Guide for Placement

Electrical Panel Locations Often during the schematic design process, the question comes up from time to time regarding acceptable locations

Apartments – ADA, FHA, ANSI, Title 9 and the IBC

When working on Apartment buildings we as Architects are responsible for accommodating a large cross section of the population. Being

2015 IBC is Coming to Denver Soon!

The 2015 Codes are proposed to go to Denver City Council in January 2016. It may be later, but is

Window Sill Requirements for ICC Changing in 2012

Time to start looking at the new changes coming from the upcoming ICC codes for buildings in 2012! Sill height is

Accessibility for Children

A close look at ADA and ANSI reveals valuable flexibility in the code for catering to the needs of children. With a new project on the boards that includes a children’s daycare and play area I pulled out my copy of the ADAAG (Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guide) and ANSI 117.1-2003 (as called by the IBC (International Building Code)) and searched for adjustments in the code that take into consideration the specific needs of children.