Cal. Civ. Code § 110-11-1-.20

Georgia State Amendments to the
International Residential

Code for One- and
Two-

Family Dwellings

(2006 Edition)

Georgia Department of Community
Affairs

Planning and Environmental Management
Division

60 Executive Park South, N.E.

Atlanta, Georgia 30329-2231

(404) 679-3118

www.dca.ga.gov

Revised January 1,
2010

GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD

ONE AND TWO FAMILY DWELLING CODE

(INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE FOR

ONE- AND TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS

WITH GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS)

The INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE FOR ONE- AND TWO-FAMILY
DWELLINGS, 2006 Edition, published by the International Code Council, when used
in conjunction with these Georgia State Amendments and all other Georgia State
Amendments to the INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE FOR ONE- AND TWO-FAMILY
DWELLINGS, 2006 Edition, shall constitute the official Georgia State
Minimum Standard One and Two Family Dwelling Code.

Part IV, Energy Conservation (Chapter 11), is deleted from
the INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE FOR ONE- AND TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS.
Substitute all references to Chapter 11 ENERGY EFFICIENCY with references to
the Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code (IECC with Georgia State
Supplements and Amendments).

Part VII, Plumbing (Chapters 25 through 32), is deleted from
the INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE FOR ONE- AND TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS.
Substitute for plumbing requirements the Georgia State Minimum Standard
Plumbing Code (International Plumbing Code with Georgia State
Amendments).

Part VIII, Electrical (Chapters 33 through 42), is deleted
from the INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE FOR ONE- AND TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS.
Substitute for electrical requirements the Georgia State Minimum
Standard Electrical Code (National Electrical Code with
Georgia State Amendments).

GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS

CODE REFERENCE:

(a) Replace all references to the ICC Electrical
Code with references to the Georgia State Minimum Standard
Electrical Code (National Electrical Code with Georgia State
Amendments).

(b) Replace all references to the International
Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with references to
the Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code (IECC
with Georgia State Supplements and Amendments). The Georgia
State Minimum Standard Energy Code shall be used for heating and air
conditioning equipment.

SCOPE:

The provisions of the GeorgiaState Minimum Standard
One and Two Family Dwelling Code shall apply to the construction,
alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and
occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of detached one- and
two-family dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings (townhouses) not more
than three stories in height with separate means of egress and their accessory
structures.

APPENDICES:

Appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically
referenced in the body of the code or adopted by the Department of Community
Affairs or the authority having jurisdiction.

GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR BOILERS/WATER HEATERS
AND PRESSURE VESSELS

The State's minimum requirements for boilers/water heaters
and pressure vessels over 200,000 BTU/h (58.61 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 International Residential Code for One-
and Two-Family Dwellings, 2006 Edition, as follows:

CHAPTER 2

DEFINITIONS

SECTION R202

DEFINITIONS

*Add new definition 'Air-Impermeable Insulation' to Section
R202 'Definitions' as follows:

AIR-IMPERMEABLE INSULATION. An insulation having
an air permanence equal to or less than 0.02 L/s-m2 at 75 Pa pressure
differential tested according to ASTM E 2178 or E 283.

(Effective January 1, 2010)

*Revise definition of 'Townhouse' of the 2009 Georgia
Amendment to read as follows:

TOWNHOUSE. Multiple single-family dwelling
units, separately owned, constructed in a group of three or more attached units
in which each unit extends from foundation to roof and with a yard or public
way onat least two sides.

(Effective January 1, 2010)

CHAPTER 8

ROOF-CEILING CONSTRUCTION

SECTION R806

ROOF VENTILATION

*Delete Section R806.4 'Conditioned attic assemblies' and
substitute the following:

R806.4 Unvented attic assemblies. Unvented
attic assemblies (spaces between the ceiling joists of the top story and the
roof rafters) shall be permitted if all the following conditions are met:

1. The unvented attic space is completely contained within
the building thermal envelope.

2. No interior vapor retarders are installed on the ceiling
side (attic floor) of the unvented attic assembly.

3. Where wood shingles or shakes are used, a minimum 1/4 inch
(6 mm) vented air space separates the shingles or shakes and the roofing
underlayment above the structural sheathing.

4. Either Items a., b. or c. shall be met, depending on the
air permeability of the insulation directly under the structural roof
sheathing.

a. Air-impermeable insulation only. Insulation shall be
applied in direct contact to the underside of the structural roof
sheathing.

b. Air-permeable insulation only. In addition to the
air-permeable insulation installed directly below the structural sheathing,
rigid board or sheet insulation shall be installed directly above the
structural roof sheathing as specified in Table R806.4 for condensation
control.

c. Air-impermeable and air-permeable insulation. The
air-impermeable insulation shall be applied in direct contact to the underside
of the structural roof sheathing as specified in Table R806.4 for condensation
control. The air-permeable insulation shall be installed directly under the
air-impermeable insulation.

TABLE R806.4

INSULATION FOR CONDENSATION CONTROL

CLIMATE ZONE

MINIMUM RIGID BOARD OR

AIR-IMPERMEABLE INSULATION
R-VALUE a

2B and 3B tile roof only

0 (none required)

1, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 3C

R-5

4C

R-10

4A, 4B

R-15

5

R-20

6

R-25

7

R-30

8

R-35

a. Contributes to but does not supersede the requirements of
the Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code.

(Effective January 1, 2010)

CHAPTER 15

EXHAUST SYSTEMS

SECTION M1502

CLOTHES DRYER EXHAUST

*Revise Section M1502.6 'Duct length' to read as
follows:

M1502.6 Duct length. The maximum length of a
clothes dryer exhaust duct shall not exceed 35 feet (10668 mm) from the dryer
location to the wall or roof termination. The maximum length of the duct shall
be reduced 2.5 feet (762 mm) for each 45-degree (0.79 rad) bend and 5 feet
(1524 mm) for each 90-degree (1.57 rad) bend. The maximum length of the exhaust
duct does not include the transition duct.

Exception: Where the make and model of the
clothes dryer to be installed is known and the manufacturer's installation
instructions for such dryer are provided to the code official, the maximum
length of the exhaust duct, including any transition duct, shall be permitted
to be in accordance with the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions.
Where exhaust ducts are installed in concealed locations, the developed length
of the exhaust duct system shall be indicated by permanent labels or tags
installed in an observable location.

(Effective January 1, 2010)

CHAPTER 24

FUEL GAS

SECTION G2415 (404)

PIPING SYSTEM INSTALLATION

*Revise Section G2415.1 (404.1) 'Prohibited locations' to
read as follows:

G2415.1 (404.1) Prohibited locations. Piping
shall not be installed in or through a ducted supply, return or exhaust,
clothes chute, chimney or gas vent, dumbwaiter or elevator shaft. Piping
installed downstream of the point of delivery shall not extend through any
townhouse unit other than the unit served by such piping.

(Effective January 1, 2010)

SECTION G2420 (409)

GAS SHUTOFF VALVES

*Revise Section G2420.5 (409.5) 'Equipment shutoff valve' to
add exception number 2 as follows:

G2420.5 (409.5) Equipment shutoff valve.

Exceptions:

1. Shutoff valves for vented decorative appliances and
decorative appliances for installation in vented fireplaces shall not be
prohibited from being installed in an area remote from the appliance where such
valves are provided with ready access. Such valves shall be permanently
identified and shall serve no other equipment.

2. Shutoff valves for ranges/ovens and dryers shall be
allowed to be located behind such equipment.

(Effective January 1, 2010)

SECTION G2439 (614)

CLOTHES DRYER EXHAUST

*Revise Section G2439.5.1 (614.6.1) 'Maximum length' to read
as follows:

G2439.5.1 (614.6.1) Maximum length. The maximum
length of a clothes dryer exhaust duct shall not exceed 35 feet (10668 mm) from
the dryer location to the outlet terminal. The maximum length of the duct shall
be reduced 2 1/2 feet (762 mm) for each 45 degree (0.79 rad) bend and 5 feet
(1524 mm) for each 90 degree (1.57 rad) bend. The maximum length of the exhaust
duct does not include the transition duct.

Exception: Where the make and model of the
clothes dryer to be installed is known and the manufacturer's installation
instructions for such dryer are provided to the code official, the maximum
length of the exhaust duct, including any transition duct, shall be permitted
to be in accordance with the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions.
Where exhaust ducts are installed in concealed locations, the developed length
of the exhaust duct system shall be indicated by permanent labels or tags
installed in an observable location.

(Effective January 1, 2010)

End of Amendments.

Georgia State
Amendments

to the

International Building
Code

(2006 Edition)

Georgia Department of Community
Affairs

Planning and Environmental Management
Division

60 Executive Park South, N.E.

Atlanta, Georgia 30329-2231

(404) 679-3118

www.dca.ga.gov

Revised January 1,
2010

GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD BUILDING CODE (INTERNATIONAL
BUILDING CODE WITH GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS)

The INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, 2006 Edition, published by
the International Code Council, when used in conjunction with these Georgia
State Amendments and all other Georgia State Amendments to the INTERNATIONAL
BUILDING CODE, 2006 Edition, shall constitute the official Georgia
State Minimum Standard Building Code.

GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS

CODE REFERENCE:

(a) Replace all references to the ICC Electrical Code
with references to the Georgia State Minimum Standard
Electrical Code (National Electrical Code with Georgia State
Amendments).

(b) Replace all references to the International
Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with references to
the Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code (IECC with Georgia State
Supplements and Amendments). The Georgia State Minimum
Standard Energy Code shall be used for efficiency and coefficient of
performance ratings of equipment.

APPENDICES:

Appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically
referenced in the body of the code or adopted by the Department of Community
Affairs or the authority having jurisdiction.

SCOPE:

The provisions of the Georgia State Minimum Standard
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 #1: 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 Georgia State Minimum Standard One and Two Family
Dwelling Code (International Residential Code for One- and
Two-Family Dwellings with Georgia State Amendments).

Exception #2: The following table titled 'Codes
Reference Guide' establishes specific primary and supplementary code
applications and is to be applied by the authority having jurisdiction.

CODES REFERENCE GUIDE

Area

Primary

Supplement

Occupancy Classification

LSC

IBC

Building Construction Types Including allowable
height, allowable building areas, and the requirements for sprinkler protection
related to minimum building construction types.

IBC

LSC

Means of Egress

LSC

NONE

Standpipes

IBC

IFC

Interior Finish

LSC

NONE

HVAC Systems

IMC

NONE

Vertical Openings

LSC

NONE

Sprinkler Systems minimum construction
standard

LSC

NONE

Fire Alarm Systems

LSC

NONE

Smoke Alarms and Smoke Detection Systems

State Statute and LSC

NONE

Portable Fire Extinguishers

IFC

NONE

Cooking Equipment

LSC and NFPA 96

NONE

Fuel Fired Appliances

IFGC

NFPA 54

Liquid Petroleum Gas

NFPA 58

NFPA 54 or IFGC

Compressed Natural Gas

NFPA 52

NONE

*Revise the International Building Code, 2006
Edition, as follows:

CHAPTER 7

FIRE-RESISTANCE-RATED CONSTRUCTION

SECTION 707

SHAFT ENCLOSURES

*Revise Section 707.14.1 'Elevator lobby', exception 9, of
the Georgia Amendment revised January 1, 2007 to read as follows:

707.14.1 Elevator Lobby.

Exception:

9. Lobbies are not required where a listed elevator door
opening protective device tested in accordance with UL1784 and compliant with
ICC ES AC 77, is provided at the hoistway opening other than at the designated
primary and alternate floors of elevator return. Written notification provided
by installing party be provided to local fire responding party and the Georgia
Department of Labor Safety Engineering.

(Effective January 1, 2010)

CHAPTER 16

STRUCTURAL DESIGN

SECTION 1603

CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS

*Revise and re-title Section 1603.1.8 'Systems and components
requiring special inspections for seismic resistance' to read as
follows:

1603.1.8 Special inspections statements on construction
documents. The construction documents shall include as a minimum the
requirements in Sections 1603.1.8.1 through 1603.1.8.3:

1603.1.8.1 Special inspections statement on
construction documents. The content of the statement of special
inspections required in Section 1705.2 shall be shown on the construction
documents and shall include as a minimum the following:

1. The materials, systems, components and/or work required to
have special inspections or testing by the building official or by the
registered design professional responsible for each portion of the work.

2. The type and extent of each special inspection.

3. The type and extent of each test.

4. Additional requirements for special inspection or testing
for seismic or wind resistance as specified in Section 1705.3, 1705.4, 1707 or
1708.

5. For each type of special inspection, identification as to
whether it will be a continuous special inspection or a periodic special
inspection.

1603.1.8.2 Final report statement for special
inspections. The construction documents shall contain the following
statement:

"Special inspection reports and a final report in accordance
with Section 1704.1.2 of the Georgia State Minimum Standard Building Code shall
be available at the time the building is approved for occupancy."

1603.1.8.3 Systems and components requiring special
inspections for seismic resistance. Construction documents or
specifications shall be prepared for those systems and components requiring
special inspection for seismic resistance as specified in Section 1707.1 by the
registered design professional responsible for their design and shall be
submitted for approval in accordance with Section 107.1. Reference to seismic
standards in lieu of detailed drawings is acceptable.

VERIFICATION AND INSPECTIONS

CONTINUOUS

PERIODIC

REFERENCED STANDARD

IBC REFERENCE

12. Inspection of anchors installed in hardened
concrete.

----

X

ACI 318:

3.8.6, 8.1.3, 21.2.8

1912.1

(Effective January 1, 2010)

CHAPTER 17

STRUCTURAL TESTS AND SPECIAL INSPECTIONS

SECTION 1704

SPECIAL INSPECTIONS

*Revise Table 1704.4 'Required Verification and Inspection of
Concrete Construction' by adding line item 12 as follows:

(Effective January 1, 2010)

*Replace 2007 Georgia Amendment Table 1704.1 'Minimum Special
Inspector Qualifications' See pages 7 through 9.

(Effective January 1, 2010)

CHAPTER 30

ELEVATORS AND CONVEYING SYSTEMS

SECTION 3002

HOISTWAY ENCLOSURES

*Revise Section 3002.4 'Elevator car to accommodate ambulance
stretcher' to add exception as follows:

3002.4 Elevator car to accommodate ambulance stretcher.

Exception: Elevators with 50 feet or less of
travel serving only one residence of a one- or two-family dwelling or townhouse
shall be in compliance with ASME A17.1 as currently adopted and amended by the
Georgia Department of Labor.

(Effective January 1, 2010)

CHAPTER 35

REFERENCED STANDARDS

*Revise the 'ACEC/G' reference of the 2007 Georgia Amendment
to Chapter 35 'Referenced Standards' to read as follows:

ACEC/G

American Council of Engineering
Companies of Georgia

Harris Tower, Suite 700

233 Peachtree Street

Atlanta, Georgia 30303

Standard number reference

Title

Referenced in code section number

ACEC/SEAOG SI GL 01-2009

Georgia Special Inspections
Guidelines................

(http://www.acecga.org/ to download
document)

1701.4, 2007GA Amendments

End of Amendments.

TABLE 1704.1 MINIMUM SPECIAL INSPECTOR
QUALIFICATIONS

Category of Testing and
Inspection

Minimum Qualifications (refer to key at end of
Table)

Shop Testing or Inspection

Field Testing or
Inspection

Review Submittals

Review Testing, Certification, & Lab
Reports

1704.2 Inspection of
Fabricators

Pre-cast concrete

A, C, E

Structural steel construction

C, F, G

Wood construction

A

Cold formed metal construction

A

1704.3 & 1707.2 Steel
Construction

Testing of welding

G

G

Inspection of welding

C, F

C, F

Material verification of structural steel, High
strength bolts, nuts and washers

A

A, C

Material verification of weld filler
materials

C, F

High strength bolting, inspection of steel frame
joint details

A, C

1704.4 & 1708.3 Concrete
Construction

Reinforcing placement, cast-in-place bolts, post
installed anchors, concrete and shotcrete placement and curing
operations

A, C, H

Pre-stressing steel installation

A, C, D, E

Erection of pre-cast concrete members

A, C, H

Concrete field sampling and testing

A, J

Review certified mill reports and design
mixes

A

Verify use of required design mix

A, I, J, H, C

Pre-stressed (pre-tensioned) concrete force
application

A, C, E

Post-tensioned concrete force
application

A, C, D

Review of in-situ concrete strength, prior to
stressing of tendons in post-tensioned concrete and prior to removal of shores
and forms from beams and structural slabs

A, C, D, H

Reinforcing steel weldability, reinforcing welding,
weld filler material

C, F

Sampling/testing of grout/mortar
specimens

A, C, L, M

Observe preparation of masonry prisms for testing of
compressive strength of masonry, f'm

A, C, K, L, M

Inspection of welding of reinforcing
steel

C, F

Testing of welding of reinforcing
steel

G

1704.7 & 1803 Soils

Observe site preparation, fill placement testing of
compaction for compliance with the construction documents for the
project

A, C, I, N

Observe test bearing materials below shallow
foundations for ability to achieve design bearing capacity

A, C, N, I (Level III)

Review compaction testing for compliance with the
construction documents for the project

A

1704.6 Wood Construction

Observe structural panel sheathing, size of framing
members, nail or staple diameter and length, number of fastener lines, and
spacing of fastener lines and fasteners for compliance with construction
documents for the project

A

1704.8, 1704.9 & 1808 Pile and Pier
Foundations

Observe installation

A, N

Observe load tests

A

1704.10 Sprayed Fire-Resistant
Materials

Observe surface conditions, application, average
thickness and density of applied material, and cohesive/adhesive
bond

A, C

1704.11 Mastic and intumescent fire-resistant
coatings

Observe application compliance with AWCI
12-B

A, C

1704.12 Exterior Insulation and Finish
Systems

Inspect EIFS systems

A, B, C, O

KEY:

Georgia Professional Engineer (GA PE) competent in
the specific task area or graduate of accredited engineering/engineering
technology program under the direct supervision of a GA
PE.

Georgia Registered Architect (GA RA) or graduate of
accredited architecture/architecture technology program under the direction of
a GA RA.

International Code Council (ICC) Special Inspector
Certification specific to the particular material and testing methodology
applicable to each Category of Testing and Inspection listed in the
table.

Post-tensioning Institute (PTI) Certification, Level
2, bonded or unbonded as applicable.

Pre-stressed Concrete Institute (PCI) Certified
Inspector.

American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding
Inspector (CWI) or AWS Certified Associate Welding Inspector working under the
direct on-site supervision of a CWI.

American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT)
Level II certification, or a Level III certification if previously certified as
a Level II in the particular material and testing methodology applicable to
each Category of Testing and Inspection listed in the table.

American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete
Construction Special Inspector.

National Institute for Certification in Engineering
Technologies (NICET) Level II or higher certification specific to the
particular material and testing methodology applicable to each Category of
Testing and Inspection listed in the table.

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician with Grade 1
certification.

Georgia Concrete and Products Association (GC&PA)
- Masonry Association of Georgia (MAG) Masonry Construction Inspector
Certification.

National Concrete Masonry Association (NCMA) Concrete
Masonry Testing Procedures certification.

GC&PA - MAG Masonry Testing Technician
certification.

NICET Certified Engineering Technologist (CT).

Other Qualified Special Inspector as approved by the
Building Official.

Notes:

1. The Special Inspector shall meet one of
the minimum qualifications listed for the applicable Category of Testing and
Inspection.

2. Materials testing shall be done by an
Approved Testing Agency meeting the requirements of IBC Section 1703 and ASTM E
329.

Georgia State
Amendments

to the

International Plumbing
Code

(2006 Edition)

Georgia Department of Community
Affairs

Planning and Environmental Management
Division

60 Executive Park South, N.E.

Atlanta, Georgia 30329-2231

(404) 679-3118

www.dca.ga.gov

Revised January 1,
2010

GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD PLUMBING CODE (INTERNATIONAL
PLUMBING CODE WITH GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS)

The International Plumbing Code, 2006 Edition, published by
the International Code Council, when used in conjunction with these Georgia
State Amendments and all other Georgia State Amendments to the International
Plumbing Code, 2006 Edition, shall constitute the official Georgia
State Minimum Standard Plumbing Code.

GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS

CODE REFERENCE:

(a) Replace all references to the ICC Electrical Code
with references to the Georgia State Minimum Standard
Electrical Code (National Electrical Code with Georgia State
Amendments).

(b) Replace all references to the International
Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with references to
the Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code
(IECCwith Georgia State Supplements and
Amendments). The Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code
shall be used for efficiency and coefficient of performance ratings
of plumbing equipment.

GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR BOILERS/WATER HEATERS
AND PRESSURE VESSELS

The State's minimum requirements for boilers/water heaters
and pressure vessels over 200,000 BTU/h (58.61 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 International Plumbing Code, 2006
Edition, as follows:

APPENDIX C

GRAY WATER RECYCLING SYSTEMS

SECTION C102

SYSTEMS FOR FLUSHING WATER

CLOSETS AND URINALS

*Revise first sentence of Section C102.6 'Identification' of
the 2009 Georgia Amendment to read as follows:

C102.6 Identification. Distribution plumbing
fixtures and reservoirs shall be identified as containing nonpotable gray
water. Piping shall be purple and identified in accordance with Section
608.8.

(Effective January 1, 2010)

*Add new Section C102.6.1 'Gray water valve identification'
to the 2009 Georgia Amendment as follows:

C102.6.1 Gray water valve identification. Gray
water valves shall be identified as nonpotable gray water and also identified
as for the purpose of the valve.

(Effective January 1, 2010)

*Revise title of 'Appendix I' of the 2009 Georgia Amendment
from 'Rain Water Recycling Systems' to 'Rain Water Harvesting Systems'. Also
revise all other references in Appendix I from 'Rain Water Recycling Systems'
to 'Rain Water Harvesting Systems'.

(Effective January 1, 2010)

SECTION I101

GENERAL

*Revise first sentence of Section I101.1 'Scope' of the 2009
Georgia Amendment to read as follows:

I101.1 Scope. The provisions of this appendix
shall govern the materials, design, construction and installation of rain water
systems for automatic clothes washers, flushing of water closets, flushing of
urinals, and cooling tower makeup water. Nothing in this appendix shall be
construed to restrict the use of rain water for outdoor irrigation.

(Effective January 1, 2010)

*Revise Section I101.9 'Potable water connections' of the
2009 Georgia Amendment to read as follows:

I101.9 Potable water connections. Only
connections in accordance with Section I102.3 shall be made between a rain
water harvesting system and a potable water system.

(Effective January 1, 2010)

*Delete Section I102.1 'Collection reservoir' of
the 2009 Georgia Amendment in its entirety without substitution.

(Effective January 1, 2010)

End of Amendments.

Georgia State Amendments to
the

International Mechanical
Code

(2006 Edition)

Georgia Department of Community
Affairs

Planning and Environmental Management
Division

60 Executive Park South, N.E.

Atlanta, Georgia 30329-2231

(404) 679-3118

www.dca.ga.gov

Revised January 1,
2010

GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD MECHANICAL CODE

(INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE WITH GEORGIA STATE
AMENDMENTS)

The INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE, 2006 Edition, published by
the International Code Council, when used in conjunction with these Georgia
State Amendments and all other Georgia State Amendments to the INTERNATIONAL
MECHANICAL CODE, 2006 Edition, shall constitute the official Georgia
State Minimum Standard Mechanical Code.

GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS

CODE REFERENCE:

(a) Replace all references to the ICC Electrical Code
with references to the Georgia State Minimum Standard
Electrical Code (National Electrical Code with Georgia State
Amendments).

(b) Replace all references to the International
Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with references to
the Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code
(IECCwith Georgia State Supplements and
Amendments). The Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code
shall be used for efficiency and coefficient of performance ratings
of mechanical equipment.

SCOPE:

The provisions of the Georgia State Minimum Standard
Mechanical 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 with Georgia State
Amendments).

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 InternationalResidential
Code.

APPENDICES:

Appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically
referenced in the body of the code or adopted by the Department of Community
Affairs or the authority having jurisdiction.

GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR BOILERS/WATER HEATERS
AND PRESSURE VESSELS

The State's minimum requirements for boilers/water heaters
and pressure vessels over 200,000 BTU/h (58.61 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 International Mechanical Code, 2006
Edition, as follows:

CHAPTER 4

VENTILATION

SECTION 406

VENTILATION OF UNINHABITED SPACES

*Revise Section 406.1 'General' to add exception as
follows:

406.1 General.

Exception: Unvented attic assemblies that comply
with Section R806.4 of the International Residential Code.

(Effective January 1, 2010)

CHAPTER 5

EXHAUST SYSTEMS

SECTION 504

CLOTHES DRYER EXHAUST

*Revise Section 504.6.1 'Maximum length' to read as
follows:

504.6.1 Maximum length. The maximum length of a
clothes dryer exhaust duct shall not exceed 35 feet (10668 mm) from the dryer
location to the outlet terminal. The maximum length of the duct shall be
reduced 2 1/2 feet (762 mm) for each 45 degree (0.79 rad) bend and 5 feet (1524
mm) for each 90 degree (1.57 rad) bend. The maximum length of the exhaust duct
does not include the transition duct.

Exception: Where the make and model of the
clothes dryer to be installed is known and the manufacturer's installation
instructions for such dryer are provided to the code official, the maximum
length of the exhaust duct, including any transition duct, shall be permitted
to be in accordance with the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions.
Where exhaust ducts are installed in concealed locations, the developed length
of the exhaust duct system shall be indicated by permanent labels or tags
installed in an observable location.

(Effective January 1, 2010)

End of Amendments.

Georgia State
Amendments

to the

International Fuel Gas
Code

(2006 Edition)

Georgia Department of Community
Affairs

Planning and Environmental Management
Division

60 Executive Park South, N.E.

Atlanta, Georgia 30329-2231

(404) 679-3118

www.dca.ga.gov

Revised January 1,
2010

GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD

GAS CODE

(INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE

WITH GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS)

The INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, 2006 Edition, published by
the International Code Council, when used in conjunction with these Georgia
State Amendments and all other Georgia State Amendments to the INTERNATIONAL
FUEL GAS CODE, 2006 Edition, shall constitute the official Georgia
State Minimum Standard Gas Code.

GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS

CODE REFERENCE:

Replace all references to the ICC Electrical
Code with references to the Georgia State Minimum Standard
Electrical Code (National Electrical Code with Georgia State
Amendments).

*Revise the International Fuel Gas Code, 2006
Edition, as follows:

CHAPTER 4

GAS PIPING INSTALLATIONS

SECTION 404 (IFGC)

PIPING SYSTEM INSTALLATION

*Revise Section 404.1 'Prohibited locations' to read as
follows:

404.1 Prohibited locations. Piping shall not be
installed in or through a ducted supply, return or exhaust, clothes chute,
chimney or gas vent, dumbwaiter or elevator shaft. Piping installed downstream
of the point of delivery shall not extend through any townhouse unit other than
the unit served by such piping.

(Effective January 1, 2010)

SECTION 409 (IFGC)

SHUTOFF VALVES

*Revise Section 409.5 'Equipment shutoff valve' to add
exception number 2 as follows:

409.5 Equipment shutoff valve.

Exceptions:

1. Shutoff valves for vented decorative appliances and
decorative appliances for installation in vented fireplaces shall not be
prohibited from being installed in an area remote from the appliance where such
valves are provided with ready access. Such valves shall be permanently
identified and shall serve no other equipment. Piping from the shutoff valve to
within 3 feet (914 mm) of the appliance connection shall be sized in accordance
with Section 402.

2. Shutoff valves for ranges/ovens and dryers shall be
allowed to be located behind such equipment.

(Effective January 1, 2010)

CHAPTER 6

SPECIFIC APPLIANCES

SECTION 614 (IFGC)

CLOTHES DRYER EXHAUST

*Revise Section [M] 614.6.1 'Maximum length' to read as
follows:

[M] 614.6.1 Maximum length. The maximum length
of a clothes dryer exhaust duct shall not exceed 35 feet (10668 mm) from the
dryer location to the outlet terminal. The maximum length of the duct shall be
reduced 2 1/2 feet (762 mm) for each 45 degree (0.79 rad) bend and 5 feet (1524
mm) for each 90 degree (1.57 rad) bend. The maximum length of the exhaust duct
does not include the transition duct.

Exception: Where the make and model of the
clothes dryer to be installed is known and the manufacturer's installation
instructions for such dryer are provided to the code official, the maximum
length of the exhaust duct, including any transition duct, shall be permitted
to be in accordance with the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions.
Where exhaust ducts are installed in concealed locations, the developed length
of the exhaust duct system shall be indicated by permanent labels or tags
installed in an observable location.

(Effective January 1, 2010)

End of Amendments.

Georgia State
Amendments

to the

International Fire
Code

(2006 Edition)

Georgia Department of Community
Affairs

Planning and Environmental Management
Division

60 Executive Park South, N.E.

Atlanta, Georgia 30329-2231

(404) 679-3118

www.dca.ga.gov

Revised January 1,
2010

GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD FIRE CODE

(INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE WITH GEORGIA STATE
AMENDMENTS)

The INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE, 2006 Edition, published by the
International Code Council, when used in conjunction with these Georgia State
Amendments and all other Georgia State Amendments to the International Fire
Code 2006 Edition, shall constitute the official Georgia State Minimum
Standard Fire Code.

GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS

CODE REFERENCE:

(a) Replace all references to the ICC Electrical
Code with references to the Georgia State Minimum Standard
Electrical Code (National Electrical Code with Georgia State
Amendments).

(b) Replace all references to the International
Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with references to
the Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code (IECC with Georgia State
Amendments). The Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy
Code shall be used for efficiency and coefficient of performance
ratings of equipment.

SCOPE:

The Georgia State Minimum Standard Fire Code
establishes regulations affecting or relating to structures, processes and
premises and safeguards from the hazards of fire and explosion arising from the
storage, handling or use of structures, materials or devices; from conditions
hazardous to life, property or public welfare in the occupancy of structures or
premises; and from fire hazards in the structure or on the premise from
occupancy or operation. It also applies to the construction, extension, repair,
alteration or removal of fire suppression and alarm systems.

APPENDICES:

Appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically
referenced in the body of the code or adopted by the Department of Community
Affairs or the authority having jurisdiction.

*Revise the International Fire Code, 2006 Edition, as
follows:

CHAPTER 6

BUILDING SERVICES AND SYSTEMS

SECTION 603

FUEL-FIRED APPLIANCES

*Delete Section 603.4 of the 2007 Georgia Amendment in its
entirety and insert in its place the following:

603.4 Portable unvented heaters. Portable
unvented fuel-fired heating equipment shall be prohibited in occupancies in
Groups A, E, I, R-1, R-2, R-3 and R-4.

Exceptions:

1. Listed and approved unvented fuel-fired heaters in one-
and two-family dwellings and portable outdoor gas-fired heating appliances used
outside one- and two-family dwellings.

2. Portable outdoor gas-fired heating appliances are allowed
in accordance with Section 603.4.2.

603.4.1 Prohibited locations. Unvented
fuel-fired heating equipment shall not be located in, or obtain combustion air
from, any of the following rooms or spaces: sleeping rooms, bathrooms, toilet
rooms or storage closets.

603.4.2 Portable outdoor gas-fired heating
appliances. Portable gas-fired heating appliances located outdoors shall
be in accordance with Sections 603.4.2.1 through 603.4.2.3.4.

603.4.2.1 Location. Portable outdoor gas-fired
heating appliances shall be located in accordance with Sections 603.4.2.1.1
through 603.4.2.1.4.

603.4.2.1.1 Prohibited locations. The storage or
use of portable outdoor gas-fired heating appliances is prohibited where any of
the following exist:

1. Inside any occupancy when connected to the fuel gas
container.

2. Inside tents, canopies and membrane structures.

3. On exterior balconies in accordance with NFPA 58.

603.4.2.1.2 Clearance to buildings. Portable
outdoor gas-fired heating appliances shall be located at least 5 feet (1524 mm)
from buildings.

603.4.2.1.3 Clearance to combustible materials.
No portion of portable outdoor gas-fired heating appliances shall be located
beneath, or closer than 5 feet (1524 mm) to combustible overhangs, awnings,
sunshades or similar combustible attachments to buildings and combustible
decorations.

603.4.2.1.4 Proximity to exits. Portable outdoor
gas-fired heating appliances shall not be located within 10 feet (3048 mm) of
exits or exit discharges.

603.4.2.2 Installation and operation. Portable
outdoor gas-fired heating appliances shall be installed and operated in
accordance with Sections 603.4.2.2.1 through 603.4.2.2.4.

603.4.2.2.1 Listing and approval. Only listed
and approved heating appliances utilizing a fuel gas container that is integral
to the appliance shall be used.

603.4.2.2.2 Installation and maintenance.
Portable outdoor gas-fired heating appliances shall be installed and maintained
in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

603.4.2.2.3 Tip-over switch. Portable gas-fired
heating appliances shall be equipped with a tilt or tip-over switch that
automatically shuts off the flow of gas if the appliance is tilted more than 15
degrees (0.26 rad) from vertical.

603.4.2.2.4 Guard against contact. The heating
element or combustion chamber shall be permanently guarded so as to prevent
accidental contact by persons or material.

603.4.2.3 Gas containers. Fuel gas containers
for portable outdoor gas-fired heating appliances shall comply with Sections
603.4.2.3.1 through 603.4.2.3.4.

603.4.2.3.1 Approved containers. Only approved
U.S. DOT or ASME gas containers shall be used.

603.4.2.3.2 Container replacement. Replacement
of gas containers in the heating appliance shall not be conducted while the
public is present.

603.4.2.3.3 Container capacity. The maximum
individual capacity of gas containers used in connection with portable
gas-fired heating appliances shall not exceed 20 pounds (9 kg).

603.4.2.3.4 Indoor storage prohibited. Gas
containers shall not be stored inside of buildings except in accordance with
Section 3809.9.

(Effective January 1, 2010)

End of Amendments.