Cal. Civ. Code § 110-11-1-.13
Adoption of the 2003 Standard Housing Code, the 2003 Standard Existing Building Code, Georgia Amendments to the 2000 CABO One and Two Family Dwelling Code, 2000 Standard Building Code, 2000 Standard Plumbing Code, and the 2000 Standard Mechani cal Code, effective January 1, 2004
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Cal. Civ. Code § 110-11-1-.13
The Board of Community Affairs hereby adopts the following code editions and amendments as the Georgia State Minimum Standard Codes for Construction: ONE AND TWO FAMILY DWELLING CODE (International Residential Code for one and Two Family Dwellings) The CABO ONE AND TWO FAMILY DWELLING CODE (International Residential Code for One and Two Family Dwellings), 2000 Edition, published by the Southern Building Code Congress International, Inc., when used in conjunction with these Georgia Amendments, shall constitute the official Georgia State Minimum Standard One and Two Family Dwelling Code. THESE AMENDMENTS ARE TO BE USED IN ADDITION TO THOSE AMENDMENTS ADOPTED EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2002 AND JANUARY 1, 2003. WHEN USED TOGETHER THEY CONSTITUTE THE OFFICIAL GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD ONE AND TWO FAMILY DWELLING CODE. Plumbing (Chapters 25 through 32) are deleted from the CABO One and Two Family Dwelling Code according to Title 8, Chapter 2, Article 1, Part 2 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated. Electrical (Chapters 33 through 42) are deleted and substitute for Electrical requirements the Georgia State Minimum Standard Electrical Code (National Electrical Code). Appendices Appendices appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically referenced in the body of the code or adopted for enforcement in the ordinance of the authority having jurisdiction. GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS CODE REFERENCE: (a) Change all references from the ICC Electrical Code to the Georgia State Minimum Standard Electrical Code. (b) Change all references from the International Energy Conservation Code to the Georgia State Energy Code for Buildings. The Georgia State Energy Code for Buildings shall be used for heating and air conditioning equipment. Scope The provisions of the CABO One and Two Family Dwelling Code (International Residential Code for One and Two Family Dwellings) shall apply to the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, removal and demolition of detached one and two family dwellings and multiple single family dwellings (townhouses) not more than three stories in height with a separate means of egress and their accessory structures. GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR BOILER/WATER HEATERS AND PRESSURE VESSELS (a) The State's Minimum requirements for Boilers/Water Heaters and Pressure Vessels over 200,000 BTU (58.56 kW), 210 degrees Fahrenheit, or 120 gallons capacity, shall be established by O.C.G.A. Title 34, Chapter 11, and the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Department of Labor. (Effective January 1, 2004) *Revise the CABO One and Two Family Dwelling Code (International Residential Code for One and Two Family Dwellings), 2000 Edition, as follows: CHAPTER 3 BUILDING PLANNING SECTION R307 TOILET, BATH AND SHOWER SPACES *Revise Section R307.1 to read as follows: R307.1 Space required. Fixtures shall be spaced as per Figure R307.2. Doors are permitted to encroach on clearance areas. (Effective January 1, 2004) SECTION R309 GARAGES AND CARPORTS *Revise Section R309.1.1 to read as follows: R309.1.1 Duct penetration. Ducts in the garage and ducts penetrating the walls or ceilings separating the dwelling from the garage shall be constructed of a minimum No. 26 gauge (0.48 mm) sheet steel or other approved Class 0 or Class 1 air duct material, except fibrous glass flex duct, and shall have no openings into the garage unless the garage space is conditioned by a separate unit. Fibrous glass flexible air ducts and air duct connectors are not permitted to pass through the wall or ceiling assembly. (Effective January 1, 2004) SECTION R310 EMERGENCY ESCAPE AND RESCUE OPENINGS *Revise Section R310.1.2 to read as follows: R310.1.2 Minimum opening height. The minimum net clear opening height shall be 24 inches (610 mm). Projections not exceeding 1" total, such as, window slides or guides, driplips and weatherstripping are permitted in the clear opening. (Effective January 1, 2004) *Revise Section R310.1.3 to read as follows: R310.1.3 Minimum opening width. The minimum net clear opening width shall be 20 inches (508 mm). Projections not exceeding 1" total, such as, window slides or guides, driplips and weatherstripping are permitted in the clear opening. (Effective January 1, 2004) SECTION R322 MOISTURE VAPOR RETARDERS *Delete Section R322.1 of the existing Georgia Amendments Revised January 1, 2002 entirely and substitute to read as follows: R322.1 Moisture Control. The requirements for Moisture Vapor Retarders shall be governed by the Georgia Energy Code for Buildings (International Energy Conservation Code) Section 502.1.1. (Effective January 1, 2004) SECTION R324 PROTECTION AGAINST TERMITES *Delete Section R324.1 of the existing Georgia Amendments Revised January 1, 2002 and substitute the following to read: *Revise Section R324.1 by adding a sentence at the end of section to read as follows: R324.1 Subterranean termite control. ...any combination of these methods or any other method which has been approved for use by the State Department of Agriculture. (Effective January 1, 2004) *Add New Subsection R324.1.1 to read as follows: R324.1.1 Inspection of separation areas outside structure. The minimum clearance between exterior cladding and grade shall be 6" to soil and 2" to impervious surfaces such as concrete or asphalt. Exception: Walls covered by masonry veneer. (Effective January 1, 2004) CHAPTER 4 FOUNDATIONS SECTION 403 FOOTINGS *Revise Section R403.1.4 to read as follows: R403.1.4 Minimum depth. All exterior footings and foundation systems shall extend below the frost line specified in Table R301.2(1). All exterior footings shall be placed at least 12 inches below grade. (Effective January 1, 2004) SECTION R404 FOUNDATION WALLS *Revise Section R404.1.7, Exception 2 of the existing Georgia Amendments Revised January 1, 2002 to read as follows: R404.1.7 Backfill placement. Exception: 2)Such bracing is not required for poured concrete walls which have cured at least 7 (seven) days or are of sufficient strength as determined by an engineer. (Effective January 1, 2004) CHAPTER 13 GENERAL MECHANICAL SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS SECTION M1305 APPLIANCE ACCESS *Revise first sentence of Section M1305.1.4 to read as follows: M1305.1.4 Appliances under floors. Underfloor spaces containing appliances requiring access shall be provided with an unobstructed passageway large enough to remove the largest appliance, but not less than 30 inches (762 mm) high and 22 inches (559 mm) wide. (Effective January 1, 2004) CHAPTER 43 REFERENCED STANDARDS *Revise the AF&PA Standard reference number for WFCM to read as follows: American Forest and Paper Association AF&PA 111 19th Street, NW, #800 Washington DC 20036 Standard reference number Title Reference in code section number WFCM ANSI/AF&PA Wood Frame R301.2.1.1 Construction Manual for One and Two Family Dwellings, 2001 Edition (Effective January 1, 2004) End of Amendments. GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD BUILDING CODE (INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE) The STANDARD BUILDING CODE (International Building Code), 2000 Edition, published by the Southern Building Code Congress International, Inc., when used in conjunction with these Georgia Amendments, shall constitute the official Georgia State Minimum Standard Building Code. THESE AMENDMENTS ARE TO BE USED IN ADDITION TO THOSE AMENDMENTS ADOPTED EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2002 AND JANUARY 1, 2003, WHEN USED TOGETHER, THEY CONSTITUTE THE OFFICIAL GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD BUILDING CODE. GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS CODE REFERENCE: (a) Change all references from the ICC Electrical Code to the Georgia State Minimum Standard National Electrical Code. (b) Change all references from the International Energy Conservation Code to the Georgia State Energy Code for Buildings. The Georgia State Energy Code for Buildings shall be used for efficiency and coefficient of ratings of equipment. SCOPE: The provisions of the Georgia State Minimum Standard Building Code (International Building Code) shall apply to the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of every building or structure or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures. Exception: Detached one and two family dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings (townhouses) not more than three stories high with separate means of egress and their accessory structures shall comply with the CABO One and Two Family Dwelling Code (International Residential Code). Appendices Appendices appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically referenced in the body of the code or adopted for enforcement in the ordinance of the authority having jurisdiction. *Revise the Standard Building Code (International Building Code), 2000 Edition, as follows: CHAPTER 35 REFERENCE STANDARDS *Revise the AF&PA Standard reference number for WFCM to read as follows: American Forest and Paper Association AF&PA 111 19th Street, NW, #800 Washington DC 20046 Standard reference number Title Reference in code section number WFCM ANSI/AF&PA Wood Frame 1609.1.1, Construction Manual for One and Two Family Dwellings, 2001 Edition 2308.2.1 (Effective January 1, 2004) End of amendments. GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD MECHANICAL CODE (INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE) The STANDARD MECHANICAL CODE (International Mechanical Code), 2000 Edition, as published by the Southern Building Code Congress International, Inc., when used in conjunction with these Georgia Amendments, shall constitute the official Georgia State Minimum Standard Mechanical Code (International Mechanical Code). THESE AMENDMENTS ARE TO BE USED IN ADDITION TO THOSE AMENDMENTS ADOPTED EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2001. WHEN USED TOGETHER, THEY CONSTITUTE THE OFFICIAL GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD MECHANICAL CODE. GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS CODE REFERENCE: (a) Change all references from the ICC Electrical Code to the Georgia State Minimum Standard National Electrical Code. (b) Change all references from the International Energy Conservation Code to the Georgia State Energy Code for Buildings. The Georgia State Energy Code for Buildings shall be used for efficiency and coefficient of performance rating of mechanical equipment. SCOPE: This code shall regulate the design, installation, maintenance, alteration and inspection of mechanical systems that are permanently installed and utilized to provide control of environmental conditions and related processes within buildings. This code shall also regulate those mechanical systems, system components, equipment and appliances specifically addressed herein. The installation of fuel gas distribution piping and equipment, fuel gas-fired appliances and fuel gas-fired appliance venting systems shall be regulated by the Georgia State Minimum Standard Gas Code (International Fuel Gas Code). Appendices: Appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically referenced in the body of the code or adopted for enforcement in the ordinance of the authority having jurisdiction. REQUIREMENTS FOR BOILER/WATER HEATERS AND PRESSURE VESSELS: (a) The State's minimum requirements for Boilers/Water Heaters and Pressure Vessels over 200,000 BTU (58.56 kW), 210 degrees Fahrenheit or 120-gallon capacity shall be established by O.C.G.A. Title 34, Chapter 11, and the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Department of Labor. *Revise the Standard Mechanical Code (International Mechanical Code), 2000 Edition, as follows: CHAPTER 2 DEFINITIONS SECTION 202 GENERAL DEFINITIONS *Delete the definition for ABSORBTION SYSTEM without substitution in the Georgia Amendments Revised January 1, 2001. (Effective January 1, 2004) CHAPTER 3 GENERAL REGULATIONS SECTION 306 ACCESS AND SERVICE SPACE *Revise the second sentence of Section 306.4 to read as follows: 306.4 Appliances under floors. In the second sentence of the first paragraph, delete the following "and nor more than 20 feet ...to appliances." (Effective January 1, 2004) CHAPTER 4 VENTILATION SECTION 401 GENERAL *Revise the first sentence of Section 401.5.1 to read as follows: 401.5.1 Intake openings. Mechanical and gravity outside air intake openings shall be located a minimum of 10 feet (3048 mm) from any hazardous or noxious contaminant, such as vents, chimneys, plumbing vents, streets, alleys, parking lots and loading docks, except as otherwise specified in this code. (Effective January 1, 2004) SECTION 405 SYSTEM CONTROLS *Add a new Section 405.2 to read as follows: 405.2 CO2 Sensors. Carbon dioxide sensors may be utilized for control of ventilation systems, as outlined in ASHRAE Standard 62-1999. (Effective January 1, 2004) CHAPTER 11 REFRIGERATION SECTION 1106 MACHINERY ROOM, SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS *Add a new Section 1106.7 to read as follows 1106.7 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus. The mandatory requirement for Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) units located at each mechanical room, as noted in reference standard ASHRAE Standard 15-1994, is deleted. (Effective January 1, 2004) End of amendments. GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD PLUMBING CODE (INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE) The STANDARD PLUMBING CODE (International Plumbing Code), 2000 Edition, published by the Southern Building Code Congress International, Inc., when used in conjunction with these Georgia Amendments, shall constitute the official Georgia State Minimum Standard Plumbing Code. THESE AMENDMENTS ARE TO BE USED IN ADDITION TO THOSE AMENDMENTS ADOPTED EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2001, JANUARY 1, 2002 AND JANUARY 1, 2003. WHEN USED TOGETHER, THEY CONSTITUTE THE OFFICIAL GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD PLUMBING CODE. Appendices Appendices appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically referenced in the body of the code or adopted for enforcement in the ordinance of the authority having jurisdiction. GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS CODE REFERENCE: (a) Change all references from the ICC Electrical Code to the Georgia State Minimum Standard National Electrical Code. (b) The Georgia State Energy Code for Buildings shall be used for efficiency and coefficient of ratings of plumbing equipment. Scope The provisions of the Georgia State Minimum Standard Plumbing Code shall apply to the erection, installation, alteration, replacement, repairs, relocation, addition to, use or maintenance of plumbing systems within the State of Georgia. The installation of fuel gas distribution piping and equipment, fuel gas-fired waterheaters, and waterheater venting systems shall be regulated by NFPA 54 (National Fuel Gas Code). REQUIREMENTS FOR BOILER/WATER HEATERS AND PRESSURE VESSELS (a) The State's Minimum requirements for Boilers/Water Heaters and Pressure Vessels over 200,000 BTU (58.56 kW), 210 degrees Fahrenheit, or 120 gallons capacity, shall be established by O.C.G.A Title 34, Chapter 11, and the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Department of Labor. *Revise the Standard Plumbing Code (International Plumbing Code), 2000 Edition, as follows: CHAPTER 4 FIXTURES, FAUCETS AND FIXTURE FITTINGS SECTION 401 GENERAL *Revise Section 401.4 of the Georgia Amendments Revised January 1, 2003 to read as follows: 401.4 Prohibited locations. No floor drains or other plumbing fixtures except electric water heaters shall be installed in a room containing air handling machinery when such room is used as a plenum. Except deep-seal trap floor drains consisting of a minimum 4-inch (102 mm) seal and supplied with a trap primer connected to a water distribution pipe shall be permitted. (Effective January 1, 2004) SECTION 403 MINIMUM PLUMBING FACILITIES *Revise Section 403.2 to read as follows: 403.2 Separate facilities. Where plumbing fixtures are required, separate facilities shall be provided for each sex. Exceptions: 1. Separate facilities shall not be required for private facilities. 2. Separate employee facilities shall not be required in occupancies in which 15 or less people are employed. 3. Separate facilities shall not be required in structures or tenant spaces of the following occupancies: office 1200 sq. ft., restaurant 500 sq. ft., laundries (self service) 1400 sq. ft. and beauty/barber shops 900 sq. ft. 4. Separate facilities shall not be required in mercantile structures or tenant spaces of mercantile occupancies with a total occupant load, including both employees and customers, of 50 or less. (Effective January 1, 2004) SECTION 410 DRINKING FOUNTAINS *Revise Section 410.1 of the Georgia Amendments Revised January 1, 2003 to read as follows: 410.1 Approval. Drinking fountains shall conform to ASME A112.19.1, ASME A112.19.2 or ASME A112.19.9, and water coolers shall conform to ARI 1010. Where water is served in restaurants and nightclubs, drinking fountains shall not be required. (Effective January 1, 2004) CHAPTER 6 WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION SECTION 603 WATER SERVICE *Revise Section 603.2 of the Georgia Amendments Revised January 1, 2001 to read as follows: 603.2 Separation of water service and building sewer. Water service pipe and the building sewer shall be separated by 5 feet (1524 mm) of undisturbed or compacted earth. Exceptions: 1. The required separation distance shall not apply where the bottom of the water service pipe within 5 feet (1524 mm) of the sewer is a minimum of 12 inches (305 mm) above the top of the highest point of the sewer and the pipe materials conform to Section 703.1. 2. Water service pipe is permitted to be located in the same trench with a building sewer, provided such sewer is constructed of materials listed in Table 702.2. 3. The required separation distance shall not apply where a water service pipe crosses a sewer pipe provided the water service pipe is sleeved to at least 5 feet (1524 mm) horizontally from the sewer pipe centerline, on both sides of such crossing with pipe materials listed in Table 605.4, Table 605.5, Table 702.2 or Table 702.3. (Revised January 1, 2004) SECTION 607 HOT WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM *Delete Section 607.1 entirely and substitute the following: 607.1 Where required. In occupied structures, hot water shall be supplied to all plumbing fixtures and equipment utilized for bathing, washing, culinary purposes, cleansing, laundry or building maintenance. In nonresidential occupancies, hot water or tempered water shall be supplied for bathing and washing purposes except for hand-washing facilities. Accessible hand-washing facilities regardless of the occupancy shall not be required to be supplied with hot water. (Revised January 1, 2004) CHAPTER 10 TRAPS, INTERCEPTORS AND SEPARATORS SECTION 1003 INTERCEPTORS AND SEPARATORS *Revise Section 1003.5 adding a new sentence to read as follows: 1003.5 Sand interceptors in commercial establishments. Sand and similar interceptors for heavy solids shall be designed and located so as to be provided with ready access for cleaning, and shall have a water seal of not less than 6 inches (152 mm). In elevator pits where oil containment complying with ASTM A17.1-302.3 g is provided by the elevator manufacturer no additional oil separator shall be required. (Revised January 1, 2004) End of amendments.
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Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. ch. 110-11-1 § 110-11-1-.13 establishes the Georgia State Minimum Standard Codes for Construction, effective January 1, 2004, by adopting and amending several model codes covering residential and commercial building, mechanical systems, and plumbing. The rule sets baseline requirements for how structures are built, altered, or demolished in Georgia, including specific standards for things like emergency escape openings, garage duct materials, foundation depths, ventilation intake placement, and hot water supply. Georgia-specific amendments modify or replace certain provisions of the underlying model codes, and appendices to those codes are not enforceable unless explicitly adopted by the local authority having jurisdiction.
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For Property Managers
Property owners and managers overseeing construction, renovation, or maintenance of residential or commercial buildings in Georgia generally ensure that all work conforms to the Georgia State Minimum Standard Codes adopted under § 110-11-1-.13, including the applicable building, mechanical, and plumbing codes as amended. Compliant operators typically verify that features such as emergency escape openings meet the minimum 24-inch height and 20-inch width requirements, that garage duct penetrations use approved materials of at least No. 26 gauge sheet steel, and that foundation footings are placed at least 12 inches below grade. For boilers, water heaters, or pressure vessels exceeding the thresholds specified in the rule, operators generally confirm compliance with O.C.G.A. Title 34, Chapter 11, and the Georgia Department of Labor's rules.
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For Tenants
Tenants living in Georgia residential properties benefit from the baseline construction and habitability standards established under § 110-11-1-.13, which set minimum requirements for structural safety, emergency egress, moisture control, and plumbing systems including hot water supply to bathing and washing fixtures. If a dwelling appears to fall short of these standards—for example, if emergency escape windows are too small or hot water is not provided as required—tenants may raise these concerns with the local building or code enforcement authority having jurisdiction over the property. Tenant-rights organizations can help identify which local agency handles code complaints and what options may be available under Georgia law.
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