
expansion tanks | The Building Code Forum
Nov 16, 2010 · The backflow preventer, and the ball valve to isolate the irrigation system do not make for a closed system anymore than the angle stops or faucets on each plumbing fixture.
Adaptive re-use for transitional housing program - Fire Sprinklers ...
Oct 23, 2024 · An automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.3 (NFPA 13-D) shall be permitted in Group R-3 occupancies. That would likely be a less expensive solution.
Required separation for Title 22 Purple pipe irrigation water and sewer ...
Sep 3, 2025 · If I install a gravity sewer system that takes all of the effluent both liquids and solids from both residential and commercial locations to a wastewater treatment facility that does Title 22 tertiary …
North Carolina Grey water code? - The Building Code Forum
Sep 24, 2021 · Gray water may not be used in an irrigation system unless the gray water has been treated in accordance with standards set out in the State Plumbing Code. (5) Gray water shall not be …
Two waterlines serving one sprinkler system | The Building Code Forum
Oct 28, 2009 · I have a question in regards to a sprinkler system water service line. Can TWO 2-inch lines be used to service ONE 3" interior sprinkler system instead of a single 4-inch water service …
Backflow Preventer Mounting Height - The Building Code Forum
Oct 30, 2009 · There used to be a requirement for a backflow preventer that protects potable water from an irrigation system. The device had to be located a minimum 6” above the highest irrigation head.
Enclosed parking garage without sprinklers - The Building Code Forum
Oct 19, 2009 · It should seem reasonable that a stand-alone commercial garage with five or six parking bays will not have a sprinkler system. It should seem reasonable that it will not have a mechanical …
Sprinkler water main gage and back flow preventor
Oct 19, 2009 · If you have a back flow preventor as part of the sprinkler riser stack. Where should the gage be for the city water main pressure coming into the system?? Before the back flow preventor?? …
A2 occupancy and fire sprinkler system | The Building Code Forum
Aug 6, 2024 · The restaurant owner planned to install a fire sprinkler system in the restaurant itself and use a 2-hour wall to separate it from the neighboring space. Although the building department …
13R Open Garage | The Building Code Forum
May 16, 2011 · IBC section 903.2.9 requires sprinkler protection throughout the building. This portion of the system would be designed in accordance with NFPA 13 (see IBC 903.3.1.1).I will assumne the …