Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. 110-11-1-.15
GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM
STANDARD BUILDING CODE
(INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE)
The STANDARD BUILDING CODE (International Building Code), 2000 Edition, published by the Southern Building Code Congress International, Inc. (International Code Council), when used in conjunction with these Georgia Amendments and the Georgia Amendments adopted effective January 1 of 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2005, shall constitute the official Georgia State Minimum Standard Building Code.
GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS
CODE REFERENCE:
(a) Replace all references to the ICC Electrical Code with references to the Georgia State Minimum Standard Electrical Code (National Electrical Code).
(b) Replace all references to the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with references to the Georgia State Energy Code for Buildings. The Georgia State Energy Code for Buildings shall be used for efficiency and coefficient of performance ratings of equipment.
SCOPE:
The provisions of the Georgia State Minimum Standard Building Code (International Building Code) shall apply to the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of every building or structure or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures.
Exception: Detached one- and two-family dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings (townhouses) not more than three stories high with separate means of egress and their accessory structures shall comply with the Georgia State Minimum Standard One and Two Family Dwelling Code (International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings).
APPENDICES:
Appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically referenced in the body of the code or adopted by the Department of Community Affairs or the authority having jurisdiction.
CHAPTER 4
SPECIAL DETAILED REQUIREMENTS BASED ON USE AND OCCUPANCY
SECTION 403
HIGH-RISE BUILDINGS
*Revise Exception #7 of Section 403.9.1 of the Georgia Amendments revised January 1, 2005 to read as follows:
403.9.1
Exception #7:
In buildings protected with an approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903, lobbies are not required where a listed elevator door opening protective device, in compliance with Section 1001.1 (GA Amendments), is provided at the hoistway opening other than at the designated primary and alternate floors of elevator return.
(Effective January 1, 2006)
CHAPTER 7
FIRE-RESISTANCE-RATED CONSTRUCTION
SECTION 707
SHAFT AND VERTICAL EXIT ENCLOSURES
*Revise Exception #9 of Section 707.14.1 'Elevator lobby' of the Georgia Amendments revised January 1, 2005 to read as follows:
707.14.1 Elevator lobby.
Exception #9:
Lobbies are not required where a listed elevator door opening protective device, in compliance with Section 1001.1 (GA Amendments), is provided at the hoistway opening other than at the designated primary and alternate floors of elevator return.
(Effective January 1, 2006)
CHAPTER 15
ROOF ASSEMBLIES AND ROOFTOP STRUCTURES
SECTION 1504
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
*Renumber Section 1504.5 'Physical properties' as 1504.6, renumber Section 1504.6 'Impact resistance' as 1504.7, and add new Section 1504.5 'Edge securement for low-slope roofs' as follows:
1504.5 Edge securement for low-slope roofs. Low-slope membrane roof systems metal edge securement, except gutters, installed in accordance with Section 1507, shall be designed in accordance with ANSI/SPRI ES-1, except the basic wind speed shall be determined from Figure 1609.
(Effective January 1, 2006)
End of Amendments.
GEORGIA STATE
ENERGY CODE FOR BUILDINGS
(INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE)
The GEORGIA STATE ENERGY CODE FOR BUILDINGS (International Energy Conservation Code), 2000 Edition, published by the International Code Council, when used in conjunction with these Georgia Supplements and Amendments and the Georgia Supplements and Amendments adopted effective January 1 of 2003 and 2005, shall constitute the official Georgia State Energy Code for Buildings.
GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS
SCOPE:
Each chapter of these Georgia Supplements and Amendments corresponds with a chapter of the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC).
Chapter 1: Administration and Enforcement.
Chapter 2: Definitions.
Chapter 3: Design Conditions. 'The criteria of this chapter establish the design conditions for use with Chapters 4, 5, 6 and 8.'
Chapter 4: Residential Building Design by Systems Analysis and Design of Buildings Utilizing Renewable Energy Sources. 'This chapter establishes design criteria in terms of total energy use by a residential building, including all of its systems.' (One method by which to achieve compliance for low-rise residential construction.)
Chapter 5: Residential Building Design by Component1 Performance Approach. 'Residential buildings or portions thereof that enclose conditioned space shall be constructed to meet the requirements of this chapter.' (One method by which to achieve compliance for low-rise residential construction.)This chapter offers the use of 'trade-offs,' whereby values between building components may be substituted or traded-off for compliance. A properly completed Georgia Trade-Off Worksheet2 or the use of appropriate computer software (REScheck3) may be used to validate any trade-off.
Chapter 6: Simplified Prescriptive Requirements for Residential Buildings, Type A-1 and A-2. 'This chapter sets forth energy-efficiency-related requirements for the design and construction of Type A-1 and A-2 residential buildings.' (One method by which to achieve compliance for low-rise residential construction.)
Chapter 7: Building Design for All Commercial Buildings. Commercial buildings [except those that comply with Chapter 8, Design by Acceptable Practice for Commercial Buildings; the Single Step Compliance for Simple Commercial Buildings; or appropriate computer software (COMcheck3)] shall meet the requirements of ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90.1-2004. (One method by which to achieve compliance for commercial and high-rise residential construction.)
Chapter 8: Design by Acceptable Practice for Commercial Buildings. 'The requirements contained in this chapter are applicable to commercial buildings, or portions of commercial buildings.' (One method by which to achieve compliance for commercial and high-rise residential construction.)
Chapter 9: Referenced Standards.
Appendix A.
Appendix B. Provides additional prescriptive methods by which to achieve compliance, simple methods and forms to assist in compliance calculations, and illustrations to assist in the understanding of compliance requirements.
Individual structures should follow a single compliance method and not a combination of compliance methods. The 'basic requirements' of the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) apply to all compliance methods.
Where these Georgia Supplements and Amendments conflict with either the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)or ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90.1-2004, these Georgia Supplements and Amendments shall take precedence.
Air infiltration accounts for substantial heat loss, heat gain and moisture migration in a building. Proper sealing around all doors, windows and other envelope penetrations through the walls, ceiling and foundation is as important to code compliance as are proper insulation R-values and component U-values.
It is not the intention of this code to abridge safety or health. Where the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) and these Georgia Supplements and Amendments conflict with other mandatory State Minimum Standard Codes, the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) and these Georgia Supplements and Amendments shall be enforced as written provided safety, health or environmental requirements of other mandatory State Minimum Standard Codes are not abridged.
CODE REFERENCE:
(a) Replace all references to ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1-1999 and ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1-2001 with references to ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1-2004.
APPENDICES:
Appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically referenced in the body of the code or adopted by the Department of Community Affairs or the authority having jurisdiction.
1. 'Component' refers to a particular element of a building, such as a ceiling, an exterior wall, a floor, etc.
2. For the 'Georgia Trade-Off Worksheet,' see Appendix B.
3. REScheck and COMcheck are computer programs developed by Pacific Northwest National Laboratories for the U.S. Department of Energy to assist in demonstration of compliance with the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). They can be obtained from the D.O.E. by calling (800) 270-CODE (2633) or free of charge online atwww.energycodes.gov.
CHAPTER 7
BUILDING DESIGN FOR ALL COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS
SECTION 701
SCOPE
*Add new Table A2.3 'Assembly U-Factors for Metal Building Roofs' from ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90.1-2004.
See page 5.
(Effective January 1, 2006)
CHAPTER 8
DESIGN BY ACCEPTABLE PRACTICE FOR COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS
SECTION 805
LIGHTING SYSTEMS
*Delete Table 805.4.2 'Interior Lighting Power' and substitute.
See page 6.
(Effective January 1, 2006)
*Revise Section 805.4.2.1 'Entire building method' to add as follows:
805.4.2.1 Entire building method. Under this approach, the interior lighting power (Watts) is the value from Table 805.4.2 for the building type times the conditioned floor area of the entire building. The interior lighting power (Watts) shall not be increased by the allowances contained in the footnotes of Table 805.4.2 when using the entire building method.
(Effective January 1, 2006)
CHAPTER 9
REFERENCED STANDARDS
*Add new Figure 9-3 'Metal Roof U-Factors with Fiberglass Insulation Installed Over the Purlins1.'
See page 7.
(Effective January 1, 2006)
GENERAL
*Replace 'ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90.1-2001' with 'ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90.1-2004' throughout.
(Effective January 1, 2006)
TABLE A2.3
ASSEMBLY U-FACTORS FOR METAL BUILDING ROOFS
Insulation System | Rated R-Value of Insulation | Total Rated R-Value of Insulation | Overall U-Factor for Entire Base Roof Assembly | Overall U-Factor for Assembly of Base Roof Plus Continuous Insulation (Uninterrupted by Framing) Rated R-Value of Continuous Insulation | |||||
R-5.6 | R-11.2 | R-16.8 | R-22.4 | R-28 | R-33.6 | ||||
Standing Seam Roofs with Thermal Blocks | |||||||||
Single Layer Double Layer | None R-6 R-10 R-11 R-13 R-16 R-19 R-10+R-10 R-10+R-11 R-11+R-11 R-10+R-13 R-11+R-13 R-13+R-13 R-10+R-19 R-11+R-19 R-13+R-19 R-16+R-19 R-19+R-19 | 0 6 10 11 13 16 19 20 21 22 23 24 26 29 30 32 35 38 | 1.280 0.167 0.097 0.092 0.083 0.072 0.065 0.063 0.061 0.060 0.058 0.057 0.055 0.052 0.051 0.049 0.047 0.046 | 0.162 0.086 0.063 0.061 0.057 0.051 0.048 0.047 0.045 0.045 0.044 0.043 0.042 0.040 0.040 0.038 0.037 0.037 | 0.087 0.058 0.046 0.045 0.043 0.040 0.038 0.037 0.036 0.036 0.035 0.035 0.034 0.033 0.032 0.032 0.031 0.030 | 0.059 0.044 0.037 0.036 0.035 0.033 0.031 0.031 0.030 0.030 0.029 0.029 0.029 0.028 0.027 0.027 0.026 0.026 | 0.045 0.035 0.031 0.030 0.029 0.028 0.026 0.026 0.026 0.026 0.025 0.025 0.025 0.024 0.024 0.023 0.023 0.023 | 0.036 0.029 0.026 0.026 0.025 0.024 0.023 0.023 0.023 0.022 0.022 0.022 0.022 0.021 0.021 0.021 0.020 0.020 | 0.030 0.025 0.023 0.022 0.022 0.021 0.020 0.020 0.020 0.020 0.020 0.020 0.019 0.019 0.019 0.019 0.018 0.018 |
(Multiple R-values are listed in order from inside to outside) | |||||||||
Screw Down Roofs | |||||||||
R-10 R-11 R-13 R-19 | 10 11 13 19 | 0.153 0.139 0.130 0.085 | 0.082 0.078 0.075 0.058 | 0.056 0.054 0.053 0.044 | 0.043 0.042 0.041 0.035 | 0.035 0.034 0.033 0.029 | 0.029 0.028 0.028 0.025 | 0.025 0.025 0.024 0.022 | |
Filled Cavity with Thermal Blocks | |||||||||
R-19+R-10 | 29 | 0.041 | 0.033 | 0.028 | 0.024 | 0.021 | 0.0198 | 0.017 | |
(Multiple R-values are listed in order from inside to outside)a | |||||||||
Based on purlins 5.0' O.C. For other purlin spacing use Figure 9-3 to calculate overall U-factor. A | |||||||||
TABLE 805.4.2
INTERIOR LIGHTING POWER
BUILDING OR AREA TYPE | ENTIRE BUILDING (W/ft2) | TENANT AREA OR PORTION OF BUILDING (W/ft2) |
Auditorium | Not Applicable | 1.8 |
Automotive facility | 0.9 | Not Applicable |
Bank/financial institutiona | Not Applicable | 1.5 |
Classroom/lecture hallb | Not Applicable | 1.4 |
Convention, conference or meeting centera | 1.2 | 1.3 |
Corridor, restroom, support area | Not Applicable | 0.9 |
Courthouse/town hall | 1.2 | Not Applicable |
Dininga | Not Applicable | 0.9 |
Dormitory | 1.0 | Not Applicable |
Exercise centera | 1.0 | 0.9 |
Exhibition hall | Not Applicable | 1.3 |
Grocery storec | 1.5 | 1.6 |
Gymnasium playing surface | Not Applicable | 1.4 |
Hotel functiona | 1.0 | 1.3 |
Industrial work, 20-foot ceiling height | Not Applicable | 1.2 |
Industrial work, 20-foot ceiling height | Not Applicable | 1.7 |
Kitchen | Not Applicable | 1.2 |
Librarya | 1.3 | 1.7 |
Lobby-hotela | Not Applicable | 1.1 |
Lobby-othera | Not Applicable | 1.3 |
Mall, arcade or atrium | Not Applicable | 0.6 |
Medical and clinical careb,d | 1.2 | 1.2 |
Motel | 1.0 | Not Applicable |
Multifamily | 0.7 | Not Applicable |
Museumb | 1.1 | 1.0 |
Officeb | 1.0 | 1.1 |
Parking garage | 0.3 | Not Applicable |
Penitentiary | 1.0 | Not Applicable |
Police/fire station | 1.0 | Not Applicable |
Post office | 1.1 | Not Applicable |
Religious worshipa | 1.3 | 2.4 |
Restauranta | 1.6 | 0.9 |
Retail sales, wholesale showroomc | 1.5 | 1.7 |
School | 1.2 | Not Applicable |
Storage, industrial and commercial | 0.8 | 0.8 |
Theaters-motion picture | 1.2 | 1.2 |
Theaters-performancea | 1.6 | 2.6 |
Transportation | 1.0 | Not Applicable |
Other | 0.6 | 1.0 |
For SI: 1 foot = 304.8 mm, 1 Watt per square foot = W/0.0929 m2.
a. Where lighting equipment is specified to be installed for decorative appearances in addition to lighting equipment specified for general lighting and is switched or dimmed on circuits different from the circuits for general lighting, the smaller of the actual wattage of the decorative lighting equipment or 1.0 W/ft2 times the area of the space that the decorative lighting equipment is in shall be added to the interior lighting power determined in accordance with this line item.
b. Where lighting equipment is specified to be installed to meet requirements of visual display terminals as the primary viewing task, the smaller of the actual wattage of the lighting equipment or 0.35 W/ft2 times the area of the space that the lighting equipment is in shall be added to the interior lighting power determined in accordance with this line item.
c. Where lighting equipment is specified to be installed to highlight specific merchandise in addition to lighting equipment specified for general lighting and is switched or dimmed on circuits different from the circuits for general lighting, the smaller of the actual wattage of the lighting equipment installed specifically for merchandise, or 1.6 W/ft2 times the area of the specific display, or 3.9 W/ft2 times the actual case or shelf area for displaying and selling fine merchandise such as jewelry, fine apparel and accessories, or china and silver, shall be added to the interior lighting power determined in accordance with this line item.
d. Where lighting equipment is specified to be installed, the smaller of the actual wattage of the lighting equipment, or 1.0 W/ft2 times the area of the emergency, recovery, medical supply and pharmacy space shall be added to the interior lighting power determined in accordance with this line item.
Figure 9-3 Metal Roof U-Factors with R-19 Fiberglass Insulation Installed Over the Purlins1 | |||
Through-Fastened Metal Roof | Standing Seam Metal Roof2 | ||
Purlin Spacing3 | U-Factor | Purlin Spacing3 | U-Factor |
2.0 ft | 0.147 | 2.0 ft | 0.112 |
2.5 ft | 0.126 | 2.5 ft | 0.096 |
3.0 ft | 0.113 | 3.0 ft | 0.086 |
3.5 ft | 0.103 | 3.5 ft | 0.079 |
4.0 ft | 0.095 | 4.0 ft | 0.073 |
4.5 ft | 0.089 | 4.5 ft | 0.068 |
5.0 ft | 0.085 | 5.0 ft | 0.065 |
Note 1: Through-fastened metal roof values are based on ORNL/MBMA November 2004 User Agreement Report,"Tests of Through-Fastened Metal Roof Assemblies." Standing seam metal roof values are based on ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1-2004 for 5' purlin spacing and conservatively estimated for other spacing using the same relationship as through-fastened test data.
Note 2: Thermal block (1" x 3") is required between metal roof and purlins.
Note 3: For roofs with mixed spacing, calculate the average roof U-factor as shown below.
Example: Total roof is 8000 sq. ft. standing seam metal roof. 1600 sq. ft. (20%) is on purlins spaced at 2.5 ft. 6400 sq. ft. (80%) is on purlins spaced at 5 ft. Average Roof U-Factor = 0.20 x 0.096 + 0.80 x 0.065 = 0.071.
End of Amendments.
GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM
STANDARD PLUMBING CODE
(INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE)
The STANDARD PLUMBING CODE (International Plumbing Code), 2000 Edition, published by the Southern Building Code Congress International, Inc. (International Code Council), when used in conjunction with these Georgia Amendments and the Georgia Amendments adopted effective January 1 of 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2005, shall constitute the official Georgia State Minimum Standard Plumbing Code.
GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS
CODE REFERENCE:
(a) Replace all references to the ICC Electrical Code with references to the Georgia State Minimum Standard Electrical Code (National Electrical Code).
(b) Replace all references to the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with references to the Georgia State Energy Code for Buildings. The Georgia State Energy Code for Buildings shall be used for efficiency and coefficient of performance ratings of plumbing equipment.
SCOPE:
The provisions of the Georgia State Minimum Standard Plumbing Code (International Plumbing Code)shall apply to the erection, installation, alteration, replacement, repairs, relocation, addition, use or maintenance of plumbing systems within the State of Georgia. The installation of fuel gas distribution piping and equipment, fuel gas-fired water heaters and water heater venting systems shall be regulated by NFPA 54 (National Fuel Gas Code).
APPENDICES:
Appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically referenced in the body of the code or adopted by the Department of Community Affairs or the authority having jurisdiction.
GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM
REQUIREMENTS FOR BOILERS/WATER HEATERS AND PRESSURE VESSELS
(a) The State's minimum requirements for boilers/water heaters and pressure vessels over 200,000 BTU (58.56 kW), 210 degrees Fahrenheit or 120 gallons capacity shall be established by O.C.G.A. Title 34, Chapter 11 and the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Department of Labor.
CHAPTER 7
SANITARY DRAINAGE
SECTION 708
CLEANOUTS
*Revise Section 708.3.2 'Building sewers' to add as follows:
708.3.2 Building sewers. Building sewers shall be provided with cleanouts located not more than 100 feet (30 480 mm) apart measured from the upstream entrance of the cleanout. An additional cleanout shall be provided within 10 feet (3048 mm) of the public right of way. For building sewers 8 inches (203 mm) and larger, manholes shall be provided and located at each change in direction and at intervals of not more than 400 feet (122 m). Manholes and manhole covers shall be of an approved type.
(Effective January 1, 2006)
*Revise Section 708.3.5 'Building drain and building sewer junction' to read as follows:
708.3.5 Building drain and building sewer junction. There shall be a cleanout installed at the junction of the building drain and the building sewer. An approved two-way cleanout is allowed to be used at this location to serve as a required cleanout for both the building drain and building sewer.
(Effective January 1, 2006)
End of Amendments.
GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM
STANDARD ONE AND TWO FAMILY DWELLING CODE
(INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE FOR ONE- AND TWO- FAMILY DWELLINGS)
The CABO ONE AND TWO FAMILY DWELLING CODE (International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings), 2000 Edition, published by the Southern Building Code Congress International, Inc. (International Code Council), when used in conjunction with these Georgia Amendments and the Georgia Amendments adopted effective January 1 of 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2005, shall constitute the official Georgia State Minimum Standard One and Two Family Dwelling Code.
Plumbing (Chapters 25 through 32) is deleted from the CABO ONE AND TWO FAMILY DWELLING CODE (International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings) according to Title 8, Chapter 2, Article 1, Part 2 of the Official Code of Georgia, Annotated (O.C.G.A.). Substitute for plumbing requirements the Georgia State Minimum Standard Plumbing Code (International Plumbing Code).
Electrical (Chapters 33 through 42) is deleted from the CABO ONE AND TWO FAMILY DWELLING CODE (International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings). Substitute for electrical requirements the Georgia State Minimum Standard Electrical Code (National Electrical Code).
GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS
CODE REFERENCE:
(a) Replace all references to the ICC Electrical Code with references to the Georgia State Minimum Standard Electrical Code (National Electrical Code).
(b) Replace all references to the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with references to the Georgia State Energy Code for Buildings. The Georgia State Energy Code for Buildings shall be used for heating and air conditioning equipment.
SCOPE:
The provisions of the Georgia State Minimum Standard One and Two Family Dwelling Code(International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings) shall apply to the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of detached one- and two-family dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings (townhouses) not more than three stories in height with separate means of egress and their accessory structures.
APPENDICES:
Appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically referenced in the body of the code or adopted by the Department of Community Affairs or the authority having jurisdiction.
GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM
REQUIREMENTS FOR BOILERS/WATER HEATERS AND PRESSURE VESSELS
(a) The State's minimum requirements for boilers/water heaters and pressure vessels over 200,000 BTU (58.56 kW), 210 degrees Fahrenheit or 120 gallons capacity shall be established by O.C.G.A. Title 34, Chapter 11 and the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Department of Labor.
*Revise the CABO One and Two Family Dwelling Code (International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings), 2000 Edition, as follows:
CHAPTER 3
BUILDING PLANNING
SECTION R316
GUARDS
*Revise Section R316.1 'Guards required' to add as follows:
R316.1 Guards required. ...The finish grade surface to a retaining wall attached to a house that has a vertical drop on its opposite side of more than 30 inches (762 mm) below the grade shall have a guard (guardrail) not less than 36 inches (914 mm) in height.
(Effective January 1, 2006)
CHAPTER 16
DUCT SYSTEMS
SECTION M1601
DUCT CONSTRUCTION
*Revise Section M1601.1 'Materials' to add as follows:
M1601.1 Materials. Duct systems serving heating, cooling and ventilation equipment shall be fabricated in accordance with the provisions of this section, International Mechanical Code (IMC) Chapter 6 and Georgia State Amendments to IMC Chapter 6.
(Effective January 1, 2006)
*Revise Section M1601.2 'Factory-made ducts' of the Georgia Amendments revised January 1, 2002 to read as follows:
M1601.2 Factory-made ducts. Factory-made air ducts or duct material shall be approved for the use intended, and shall be installed in accordance with International Mechanical Code (IMC) Chapter 6, Georgia State Amendments to IMC Chapter 6 and the manufacturer's installation instructions. Each portion of a factory-made air duct system shall bear a label or mark indicating compliance with UL 181 and UL 181A or UL 181B and shall comply with the requirements of the Georgia State Energy Code for Buildings.
(Effective January 1, 2006)
*Revise Section M1601.3 'Installation' to add as follows:
M1601.3 Installation. Duct installation shall comply with Sections M1601.3.1 through M1601.3.6, International Mechanical Code (IMC) Chapter 6 and Georgia State Amendments to IMC Chapter 6.
(Effective January 1, 2006)
End of Amendments.
GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM
STANDARD ELECTRICAL CODE
(NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE)
The NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, 2005 Edition, published by the National Fire Protection Association, when used in conjunction with these Georgia Amendments, shall constitute the official Georgia State Minimum Standard Electrical Code.
APPENDICES:
Appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically referenced in the body of the code or adopted by the Department of Community Affairs or the authority having jurisdiction.
*Revise the National Electrical Code, 2005 Edition, as follows:
CHAPTER 2
WIRING AND PROTECTION
ARTICLE 210
BRANCH CIRCUITS
*Revise Section 210.8(B) 'Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter Protection for Personnel: Other Than Dwelling Units' as follows:
210.8 Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter Protection for Personnel.
(B) Other Than Dwelling Units. All 125-volt, single-phase, 15- and 20-ampere receptacles installed in the locations specified in (1) through (6) shall have ground-fault circuit-interrupter protection for personnel:
(1) Bathrooms
(2) Commercial and institutional kitchens - for the purposes of this section, a kitchen is an area with a sink and permanent facilities for food preparation and cooking
(3) Rooftops
(4) Outdoors in public spaces - for the purpose of this section a public space is defined as any space that is for use by, or is accessible to, the public Exception to (3) and (4): Receptacles that are not readily accessible and are supplied from a dedicated branch circuit for electric snow-melting or deicing equipment shall be permitted to be installed in accordance with the applicable provisions of Article 426.
(5) Outdoors, where installed to comply with 210.63
(6) Within 6 feet of a sink or basin, excluding those listed in Section 517.21
(Effective January 1, 2006)
*Revise Section 210.12(B) 'Arc-Fault Circuit-Interrupter Protection: Dwelling Unit Bedrooms' as follows:
210.12 Arc-Fault Circuit-Interrupter Protection.
(B) Dwelling Unit Bedrooms. All 120-volt, single phase, 15- and 20-ampere branch circuits supplying outlets installed in dwelling unit bedrooms shall be protected by a listed arc-fault circuit interrupter to provide protection of the branch circuit.
FPN: For information on types of arc-fault circuit interrupters, see UL 1699-1999, Standard for Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupters.
Exception: The location of the arc-fault circuit interrupter shall be permitted to be at other than the origination of the branch circuit in compliance with (a) and (b):
(a) The arc-fault circuit interrupter installed within 1.8 m (6 ft) of the branch circuit overcurrent device as measured along the branch circuit conductors.
(b) The circuit conductors between the branch circuit overcurrent device and the arc-fault circuit interrupter shall be installed in a metal raceway or a cable with a metallic sheath.
(Effective January 1, 2006)
End of Amendments.
Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 110-11-1-.15
Authority O.C.G.A. Sec. 8-2-20et seq.