675 Ind. Admin. Code 14-4.4-51

Current through November 6, 2024
Section 675 IAC 14-4.4-51 - Section R405.2.3; drainage system

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. 51.

Change the text of SECTION R405.2.3 to read as follows:

In other than Group I soils, a sump pit shall be provided to drain the porous layer and footings. The sump pit shall be a minimum of 18 inches (457 mm) in diameter or equivalent and a minimum of 24 inches (610 mm) below the bottom of the basement floor. Where a porous layer of gravel, crushed stone, or coarse sand is used between the soil and the concrete floor slab, openings shall be made in the sump pit to allow drainage of that layer. The sump pit shall be capable of positive gravity or mechanical drainage to remove any accumulated water.

EXCEPTION: When a gravity drain system is used a sump pit is not required.

675 IAC 14-4.4-51

Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission; 675 IAC 14-4.4-51; field 11/26/2019, 11:43 a.m.: 20191225-IR-675190330FRA