This is a building code issue. depending on how the code is interpreted by
your local authority, the sprinkler contractor may be correct.
Jeff Hewitt, PE, SET, SFPE (Prof. Member)
Corporate Engineer
Bi-State Fire Protection Corporation
636-946-0011
636-946-5172 (FAX)
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----- Original Message -----
From: "Todd Williams - work" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, July 03, 2007 4:35 PM
Subject: 13R in wolfs clothing?
I am reviewing a set of plans for a 4 story plus partial basement motel.
The basement and first floor are designed per 13, the wood truss attic is
sprinklered, the sprinklers for the upper floors are fed from a combination
standpipe and the sprinklers on the floors are designed per NFPA 13R. The
contractor claims that the building is 13R and the areas outside the
dwelling units are protected per 13 in accordance with the section of 13R.
To me this doesn't sit well. There is 28000 sqft of "incidental" space
(excluding 16000 sqft attic) and 48000 sqft of residential. Does this
really count as a 13R? Is there (or should there be) some reasonable limits
as to the amount of space outside a dwelling unit before it is kicked up to
the next level of protection? I can't find anything in 13R that would not
allow this arrangement. The local building code gives no guidance. Any
thoughts?
Todd G. Williams, PE
Fire Protection Design/Consulting
Stonington, Connecticut
860-535-2080
www.fpdc.com
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