March 2008
Code violations; fighting stereotypes
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LETTERS On Code Violations Reading "Common Code Violations" (PDB, January/February 2008) reminded me just how much code interpretations can vary. As a building inspector, I don't completely disagree with the article, but I do have a number of comments to add. The article states that IRC section R319 requires that "all structural elements exposed to weathering be protected against decay." Yet section R319.1.3 "Geographical areas" twice specifies "when local experience has shown a need." Therefore, this isn't a requirement unless a local jurisdiction determines it is. It's also stated that if a deck is built with standard-grade lumber, cut ends
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