675 Ind. Admin. Code 14-4.4-21

Current through May 29, 2024
Section 675 IAC 14-4.4-21 - Section R313; automatic fire sprinkler systems

Authority: IC 22-13-2-2; IC 22-13-2-2.5; IC 22-13-2-13

Affected: IC 22-12; IC 22-13; IC 22-14; IC 22-15; IC 36-7

Sec. 21.

Delete the text of SECTION R313 and substitute to read as follows:

SECTION R313.1 APPLICATION.

In Class 2 structures, automatic fire sprinkler systems are optional; however, if installed, they shall be installed in accordance with Section R313.2. When the Indiana Building Code allows the use of this code as the minimum construction standard for Class 1 structures, automatic fire sprinkler systems shall be installed in the manner specified in the referring section of the Indiana Building Code.

SECTION R313.2 DESIGN AND INSTALLATION.

When installed, optional fire sprinkler systems shall be installed in accordance with Section P2904 or NFPA 13D.

EXCEPTION: When the building code requires additions to existing structures to have automatic fire sprinkler protection, automatic fire sprinkler protection shall not be required to extend into the existing portion of the structure.

675 IAC 14-4.4-21

Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission; 675 IAC 14-4.4-21; field 11/26/2019, 11:43 a.m.: 20191225-IR-675190330FRA