Proponent

Mod #

Section

Proponent's Comment

Staff Comment

Jon Hamrick

423.14.8, 423.6.1, 423.27.91., 423.27.10.1, 243.14.2.1

Reserve section 423.14.8. This section was deleted.

In sections 423.6.1, 423.27.9.1 and 423.27.10.1, 423.14.2.1, revise NFPA 101, Florida Edition” to say NFPA 101, Florida Edition as adopted by the Florida Prevention Fire Code.

Recommend approval .

Ann Stanton

1629

437.2.2.1 and 437.3.2.1

Revises language to conform to the format in the code.

Editorial, recommend approval .

Bryan Holland

1215

1453

Supports adoption of the 2005 NEC.

Bryan Holland

1245

1273

He does not support requiring the bonding of metal framing members as approved under mods 1245 and 1273.

Gary Rosen

1798

1203.2

He does not support unvented attics. Vented attics have less mold than non-vented attics. The Code allows both options, vented and un-vented attics. The criteria for the un-vented attic is Florida Statutes mandate which is based on the criteria as depicted in the 2006 International Residential Code.

Ann Stanton

1081, 1754, 1755, 1756, 1774, 1771, 1775, 1777, 1753, 1114, 1769, 1776

13-400.3A

13-600.3.A

Support. The proposals changed the performance calculations used in the residential and commercial computer programs which require that a new edition of the computer programs be referenced within the code.

Recommend approval . This will make the performance calculation programs and the code consistent.

Glenn Hourahan

Rob Vieira

Robert Volin

Staff Comment

1792

13-607.1.ABC.1

13-608.1.ABC.1

We concur that the FSEC suggestions help to clarify the existing code so that contractors and code officials can better apply the requirements. However, as a result of a (A) detailed review of the proposed modifications and the (B) underlying, currently adopted code, ACCA finds that additional modifications are necessary to ensure that the revised code sections are not misinterpreted. Comment was provided to proponent of modification 1792, Rob Vieira, who added the language and concurred. See staff comment.

Recommend approval of the language stated under staff comment as a resolution to this concern.

Ann Stanton

1753

The proposed comment will revise the efficiency rating for small duct high velocity air cooled systems as per US Dept. of Energy Exceptions issued regarding such equipment. The comment will add a footnote and change the efficiency rating for small duct high velocity air cooling mode from 10 to 11.

Recommend approval to be consistent with federal standards.

Ann Stanton

1779

13-C1.1

Comment corrects internal gains as found in the FLA/RES computer program.

Recommend approval to be consistent the energy performance computer program.

Ann Stanton

1782

Form 600B, Table 6B-1

Fixes language relating to Table 6B-1 to reflect changes made to the table.

Recommend approval .

Ann Stanton

1782

Form 600B, Table 6B-1

Fixes the “to be installed” column on Form 600B to match proposed mod 1782.

Recommend approval .

Mo Madani

1507.2.9.2

To remove (valley lining exposed) from item 1 and (valley covered with shingles) from item 3 to make this section consistent with the code change to R905.2.8.2 of the Residential Volume.

Bill Snyder

1434

The proponent's concern is about mod 1434 which proposes to eliminate ASME A17.4 Safety Code for Existing Elevators and Escalators.

The proposed mod 1434 was not approved by the Commission therefore the issue in question is resolved.

Greg Cahanin

ASME A 17.1

Section 2.11.6.3 needs to be changed. The 2005 Addenda to ASME A 17.1 section 2.11.6.3 states “egress from the interior of the car to elevator landing by means of the car and hoistway doors shall be unrestricted once the car and the hoistway doors are open.” The proponent is of the opinion should not apply to landings or lobby areas. Without this change the code official is left to decide whether to allow the additional door provision or exclude it based upon the ASME A17.1 provision

Bill Snyder

1435

3002.8

The proponent is concerned about mod 1435 which eliminates the installation of the fire alarm initiating devices at enclosed landings.

Ann Stanton

1752

M202

Revises definition of manufactured building in the Mechanical Volume to match the definition in chapter 13.

Recommend approval to make the code consistent.

Mo Madani

Figure R301.2(4)

Remove item 4. Wind speeds are American Society of Civil Engineering Standard ASCE -7 50-100 peak gust.

Recommend approval . This change will make the FRC consistent with the FBC Building .

Mo Madani

R606.4

Delete the first sentence because the referenced table was deleted. The sentence is no longer needed.

Recommend approval .

Mo Madani

Figure R614.3(1)

Adds the word, connection, to change the figure title to “Direct Truss to Concrete, Masonry, or ICF Wall Connection for Gypsum Board Ceiling Diaphram.”

Recommend approval . Currently, there are two figures with the same title. The word, connection is needed to differentiate between the two figures. This is consistent with the source of the figures, SSTD10.

Arnold Verwey

Table R703.4

In Table R703.4, change answer from “no” to “yes” under vinyl siding and sheathing paper required. This is consistent with manufacturer's instructions, water intrusion problems, and DCA05-DEC-173.

Siggi Valentin

1714.5.2.1, R613.3.2, R4410.2.3.2.1, Ch 35

The proposed code changes make the reference standards for windows and sliding glass doors throughout the referenced sub codes, Building, Residential and the High Velocity Hurricane Zone. Updates AAMA 450 2000 to the latest edition, 2006.

Recommend approval . It will clarify the code and make the Florida Building Code consistent.