IBC chapter 7- fire and smoke protection features

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The aggregate floor area enclosed and bounded by fire walls, fire barriers, exterior walls or horizontal assemblies of a building. Areas of the building not provided with surrounding walls shall be included in the fire area if such areas are included within the horizontal projection of the roof or floor next above.

Fire ratings are mostly based on

ASTM E119 or UL 263. Also prescriptive assemblies in table 721, or designer can calculate per 722.

Table 705.2 minimum distance of projection

For cornices, overhangs, balconies, etc. based on FSD.

Projections for type 3, 4, 5

Can be of any approved material

Imaginary line between buildings on the same lot

Used for determining wall and opening protection AKA FSD, projections and roof covering requirements.