I'm also in a jurisdiction where an addendum to the building code requires sprinklers in balconies and patios of 13R buildings if the buildings are of combustible construction. They are required with or without overhangs. I think the approach should be to provide sprinklers outside for exposure protection where radiation is the critical mode of heat transmission. So overhangs need not be provided. My only concern is heads need to be protected from hail, which is also a problem in this area.
Tony -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Todd Williams Sent: October 8, 2012 5:50 AM To: [email protected] Subject: 13R balcony protection The Connecticut Fire Safety Code (at least the part that is based on the IFC) includes a requirement that exterior balconies and patios be sprinkelred in 13R occupancies. However, this is being interpreted that they have to be protected regardless if there is any structure above or not. Consequently, we have to install sidewall sprinklers under 9" door moldings because they open on to a patio or deck (just got a plan rejected for this). This make no sense to me because they would most likely never activate, but this is being enforced as the law. Anybody else run into this? Todd G. Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860.535.2080 www.fpdc.com _______________________________________________ Sprinklerforum mailing list [email protected] http://fireball.firesprinkler.org/mailman/listinfo/sprinklerforum _______________________________________________ Sprinklerforum mailing list [email protected] http://fireball.firesprinkler.org/mailman/listinfo/sprinklerforum
