Chapter 18.14 AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 5, FLOORS, OF THE CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE

Chapter 18.14
AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 5, FLOORS, OF THE CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE

Sections:

18.14.005 Chapter 5 Is Amended.

The following sections of Chapter 5 of the California Residential Code, as adopted by Chapter 18.01 hereof, are added, deleted, or amended as follows. (Ord. 22-10 § 2, 12/13/22)

18.14.010 Section R501.1 Is Amended.

Section R501.1 is amended to read as follows:

R501.1 Application. The provisions of this chapter shall control the design and construction of the floors for all buildings including the floors of attic spaces used to house mechanical or plumbing fixtures and equipment. Mechanical or plumbing fixtures and equipment shall be attached (or anchored) to the structure in accordance with Section R301.2.2.11.

(Ord. 22-10 § 2, 12/13/22)

18.14.020 Section R503.2.4 Is Added.

Section R503.2.4 is added to read as follows:

R503.2.4 Openings in horizontal diaphragms. Openings in horizontal diaphragms with a dimension perpendicular to the joist that is greater than 4 feet (1.2 m) shall be constructed in accordance with Figure R503.2.4.

(Ord. 22-10 § 2, 12/13/22)

18.14.030 Figure R503.2.4 Is Added.

Figure R503.2.4 is added:

(Ord. 22-10 § 2, 12/13/22)