Minnesota Administrative Rules

1311.0903 SECTION 903, BUILDING ELEMENTS AND MATERIALS.

Section 903.2.1 Separation required. IEBC section 903.2.1 is amended to read as follows:

903.2.1 Separation required. Where the work area is in any attached dwelling unit in Group R-3 occupancies, walls separating the dwelling units that are not continuous from the foundation to the underside of the roof sheathing shall be constructed to provide continuous fire separation using construction materials consistent with the existing wall or complying with the requirements for new structures. All work shall be performed on the side of the dwelling unit wall that is part of the work area.

Exception: Where alterations or repairs do not result in the removal of wall or ceiling finishes exposing the structure, walls are not required to be continuous through concealed floor spaces.

Statutory Authority:

MS s 326B.02; 326B.101; 326B.106

History:

39 SR 95

Published Electronically:

January 26, 2015