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Alternative Materials/Methods and Modifications
Most of the provisions contained in building codes are prescriptive, or explicitly spelled out as to what is required in order to be approved. Due to age of new technologies, creative use of materials, and the development of new materials, it is very difficult to publish a prescriptive building code that addresses every conceivable material and method possible. Understanding this, the building code has established the section titled Alternative Materials, Design and Methods of Construction and Equipment. The building official, in accordance with the building code, is the only authority permitted to approve alternative materials or methods. In order to approve the alternative material or method, the building official may require reports, tests, or both. These reports and tests can be very expensive to accomplish. A modification is permitted if compliance with the strict letter of the code is deemed impractical.
Alternative Materials/Methods and Modifications
Most of the provisions contained in building codes are prescriptive, or explicitly spelled out as to what is required in order to be approved. Due to age of new technologies, creative use of materials, and the development of new materials, it is very difficult to publish a prescriptive building code that addresses every conceivable material and method possible. Understanding this, the building code has established the section titled Alternative Materials, Design and Methods of Construction and Equipment. The building official, in accordance with the building code, is the only authority permitted to approve alternative materials or methods. In order to approve the alternative material or method, the building official may require reports, tests, or both. These reports and tests can be very expensive to accomplish. A modification is permitted if compliance with the strict letter of the code is deemed impractical.
Alternative Materials/Methods and Modifications
Geren, Ronald L. (author)
Applying the Building Code ; 15-16
2016-04-04
1 pages
Article/Chapter (Book)
Electronic Resource
English
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