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88thth Edition Base Code Edition Base CodeWhat’s New?What’s New?October 4, 2010October 4, 2010

Presented by:

Rob Anderson – Chief of Inspections - Buildings

Don Finocchio – Technical Code Analyst

Dana Haagensen, DFSJacob Nunnemacher, DFSTimothee Rodrique, DFSTom Riley – Code Development Manager

Mike Guigli – Technical Director

88thth Edition Base Code Edition Base CodeWhat’s New? What’s New? • Introduction: Rob A.• Code layout and DPS website: Don F.• IBC 09 and amendments vs. 7th

Edition:• Various presenters

• IEBC 09 and amendments vs. 7thEdition• Various presenters

• Special Regulations 1 to 7: Rob A.• Q & A

780 CMR 8780 CMR 8thth Edition Base Edition Base CodeCode

DisclaimerThis presentation attempts to

familiarize users with the new 8th edition and specifically with what’s changed from the 7th edition. The information provided may have inaccuracies and cannot encompass all of the changes between the two editions of the building code.

This training presentation may be found at the DPS website.

The 7The 7thth Edition Base Code Edition Base Code

Note: The code also references other MA codes (plumbing, electrical, etc.) and I-codes* which cover mechanical and energy requirements. *Can be purchased at www.iccsafe.org

+Embedded

MA amendments

=(Sold at State

bookstore)

The 8The 8thth Edition Base Code Edition Base Code

Note: The code also references other MA codes (plumbing, electrical, etc.) and I-codes* which cover mechanical, energy, and existing building requirements. *Can be purchased at www.iccsafe.org

+ MA Amendments

(Sold at the bookstore.)

The 8The 8thth Edition uses I- Edition uses I-codescodes

Using the 8Using the 8thth Edition Base Edition Base CodeCode

Example: How do I find energy requirements for building envelope sealing?

Go to chapter13 of IBC: IBC says to use IECC.

Found in section 502.4.3 of IECC.Check MA amendments for chapter 13:

it also says use IECC but with MA amendments.

Note: MA amendments in 13 are listed according to IECC section numbers and yes, section 502.4.3 has been amended!

Using the 8Using the 8thth Edition Base Edition Base CodeCode

References are tricky!!Example: How do I find requirements for work on an

existing high-rise building?Go to IBC 34. Check MA amendments which say to use IEBC

instead.Check MA amendments to the IEBC. Section 802.1

regarding high-rise buildings is amended as follows:

802.1 High-rise buildings. High-rise building as defined by section 202 of the International Building Code 2009 with Massachusetts Amendments (780 CMR 202) shall comply with the requirements of Sections 802.1.1.

Note that within this amendment “section 202” has clarification so the reader knows it refers to the IBC. However, the reference to “Section 802.1.1” is not clarified which means it refers to another section within the IEBC.

DPS Website: DPS Website: www.mass.gov/dps

DPS Website: Building DPS Website: Building CodeCode

Chapter 1 AdministrationChapter 1 AdministrationOrganizationHow did we get 25-sections of the 7th chapter 1 to

fit into the 16-sections of the IBC chapter 1 and keep amendments to a minimum?◦ Reviewed every section of the 7th; found its’

corresponding location in 8th or added amendments if needed.

◦ Deleted several topics not in use (Construction Materials Safety Board, for example) or to be covered outside of the code on the web (advisory committees).

◦ Deleted MGL language; provided web link to MGL’s instead.

◦ Deleted Special Regulations language (CSL, Native Lumber, etc.); referenced chapter 110 instead.

Chapter 1: AdministrationChapter 1: AdministrationIBC sections flow with project:

101 General102 Applicability103 Dept. of Building Safety (Building Official)104 Duties of Building Official105 Permits106 Construction Documents107 Submittal Documents108 Temporary Structures and Uses109 Fees110 Inspections111 Certificate of Occupancy112 Service Utilities -reserved113 Board of Appeals114 Violations115 Stop work order116 Unsafe Structures and Equipment

scope

permitting

construction

problems

administration

Chapter 1: AdministrationChapter 1: AdministrationKey items

◦ Townhouse requirements(101.2) clarified…hopefully! 3-stories or less in one and two family code, appendix Z deleted.

◦ Independent Structural Review (105.9) narrowed… Required on only high rise and complex structures

◦ Construction control(107.6) language tightened… Alternative means and methods which deviate from

prescriptive code requirements must be submitted to the building official for approval, separate from the plans.

◦ IBC inspection language loosened (110.3) … Construction inspection intervals may (not shall)

include those set forth in sections 110.3.1 through 110.3.10

◦ Periodic Inspection Table (Table 110) revised: Annual inspections of group residences removed.

Fire escapes included in table.◦ Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (111.3) :

IBC language adopted authorizing building official.

•Specialized codes (M.G.L. c. 143, § 96): used in MA instead of or in conjunction with I-codes (IFC, IMC, IPC etc.).

• Inspection of work under Specialized Codes by “individuals authorized by specialized codes”.

•Specialized code work impacting building features subject to inspection by the building official.

•Access enforced by the building official. See M.G.L. c. 22, § 13A.

•Bunkers and magazines for explosive materials, flammable/combustible liquids and chemical process safety, defaults to 527 CMR and are enforceable by the head of the fire department rather than the building official.

•Sheet Metal Regulations enforced by the building official. See M.G.L. c. 13, § 102.

Chapter 1: AdministrationChapter 1: AdministrationReferenced Codes (101.4)Referenced Codes (101.4)

Specialized Codes(MGL 143 § 96)

Plumbing 248 CMRElectrical 527CMR12Access 521 CMRFire Safety Code ?Fire Prevention 527 CMRElevator 524 CMRSheet Metal 271 CMR

•Fire Prevention (101.4.5): Reference to the IFC or IMC for fire prevention issues shall be considered reference to 527 CMR. If 527 CMR does not address, then IFC or IMC shall apply. If a conflict regarding fire prevention requirements exists between 527 CMR and 780 CMR the more stringent standard shall apply.

•Building code requirements in the IFC and IMC are made a part of 780 CMR and are enforceable by the building official.•Oil fired appliances governed by 527 CMR 4.00.

Chapter 1: AdministrationChapter 1: AdministrationOther items of note: DDS Facilities (102.2.1): Additional safety features in one and two

family dwellings for group residence do not change the building classification from one and two family.

Work exempt from permit (105.2): Now specifies painting…cabinetry…finish work and playground equipment.

Permit application (105.3): Indicate if licensed by a State care agency.

Electronic seal (107.1.1): Allowed, see DPL website: www.mass.gov/dpl

Inspection intervals (110.3) : The building official shall conduct inspections…which may include inspections set forth in Sections 110.3.1 through 110.3.10.

Lowest floor in flood zones (110.3): Certification must be submitted to BO that elevation is in compliance with section 1612.5 before work above that elevation proceeds

Temporary Occupancy (111.3): Key change is that this IBC section is not amended. Like the 7th edition the building official has the sole authority to issue a temporary certificate. The 8th does not require consultation with the fire official (7th edition language).

Unsafe structures (116.1) : Resurrected 6th edition language per DFS request.

Chapter 2: DefinitionsChapter 2: DefinitionsIBC definitions, some of which don’t exist in

the 7th , were reviewed and retained.MA unique definitions added:

◦ Agriculture: as per MGL◦ Agricultural , Building:◦ Building Official: as per MGL◦ Design Flood: as per DEP/Appendix G◦ Design Flood Elevation:◦ High-Rise Building: 70 for MA vs 75 feet in IBC.◦ Jurisdiction: BBRS◦ Night Club:◦ Ordinance: means same as bylaw◦ Registered Design Professional, RDP: applies to MA PE’s and registered

architects.◦ Specialized Codes: Just those listed in MGL 143 § 96◦ Story Above Grade Plane: ◦ Temporary Emergency Uses:◦ Temporary Overnight Shelter:

Chapter 3: Use and Chapter 3: Use and OccupancyOccupancy

Overview:

In general, group homes, day care and related care facilities formerly in chapter 4 have been integrated into chapter 3. ◦ Once classified, all requirements to be enforced by the BO are found

in the main body of the code. ◦ Special requirements and emergency evacuation requirements are

covered by MA care agency regulations and enforced by the respective agency.

7th Chapter 4

•Group Residences•Day Care centers•Limited Group Residence•Detox. Facilities•Group Dwelling units

Moved to 8th Chapter 3

Chapter 3: Use and Chapter 3: Use and OccupancyOccupancy

Changes and noted issues: Day care: (305.2): MA cut-off age 2 9/12 years vs IBC 2 ½ years. Group homes (308.2): No longer in chapter 4. Caveats retained to ensure one and two

family group homes with five or fewer residents are treated strictly as one and two family dwellings. Ability to evacuate during emergencies is care agency’s responsibility - BO only inspects for compliance with the building code.

I-2 and Residential care/assisted living facilities: (308.3) I-2 type facilities with up to 12 residents licensed or operated by DMH may be considered R-4 facilities.

Child care vs Day Care (308.5.2): To be determined if the term ‘child care’ is in error in this section and 310 of the IBC as these sections discuss care for less than 24 hours which is considered ‘Day Care’ elsewhere.

R-1 classification (310.1): Summer camps listed but requirements still in chapter 4. R-2 classification (310.1): Includes day care of up to 10-children in an apartment and

DMH licensed or operated units. R-3 classification (310.1): Day care of up to 10 children allowed in a unit. Townhouses of

more than 3-stories added to list with note that height and area and fire protection in accordance with R-2. DDS and DMH group type facilities also noted.

Definitions (310.2): Boarding House references the MGL definition; Congregate Care Facilities – definition added; Residential Care/Assisted Living Facilities – Elder Affairs and DMH MGL’s cited. Summer Camps- definition added.

Chapter 4: Special Use and Chapter 4: Special Use and OccupancyOccupancy

7th Edition 8th Edition

19 Mobile Units (Formerly referred to 110 R3, 8th in 110R3)

Live/Work Units R-2, 50% non-residential, ,max 5-employees.

20 Swimming Pools (Formerly in Appendix M, 8th in 3109)

Groups I-1, R-1, R-2, R-3 Fire separation requirements., not special use.

21 Group Residence Hydrogen Cutoff Rooms Fuel cell related.

22 Day Care Centers Ambulatory Health Care Facilities Incapable

23 Summer Camps for Children Storm Shelters Designed to ICC – 500 criteria.

24 Bulk Merchandising Bulk Merchandising

25 Limited Group Residence Motion Picture/Television Facilities

26 Detoxification Facilities Summer Camps for Children

27 Group Dwelling Units

28Motion Picture/Television Facilities

Section number changes start with section 19:

Key: Red sections covered elsewhere in the 8th

Blue titles new with 8th edition.

Chapter 4: Special Use and Chapter 4: Special Use and OccupancyOccupancy

Changes and noted issues: References to IFC; 527 CMR takes precedence over IFC where 527 CMR specifically

addresses the topic. Both 527 CMR & IFC needed to properly review/enforce (see 101.4.5).

Fire department review; fire department must review/approve permit submittals (see 107.1.2).

Mall Buildings (402); now also applies to Open Mall Buildings (402.2).◦ Open perimeter (402.6.1); Option to reduce from 60-foot minimum in certain cases.

◦ Garages (402.7.1);Passenger car garages and open garages can be under the mall with 2-hr horizontal assemblies and be considered separate building

High Rise (403); still Massachusetts specific: 70 feet vs 75 feet◦ Less than 420 feet (403.2.1); have less stringent fire-resistance requirements.

◦ Greater than 420 feet: Spray-on coverings; more stringent impact resistance ratings for fire resistant spray-on coverings. 2 sprinkler risers (403.3.1); minimum of 2 fire sprinkler risers located remote from each other. Adjacent floors cannot be supplied by the same sprinkler riser.

◦ Redundant water supplies (403.3.2); required for fire pump installations.

◦ 2-way radios (403.4.4) ; must have equipment so that fire department radios are functional.

◦ Venting smoke (403.4.6); must have means of venting smoke from building after fire.

◦ Stairs remoteness (403.5.1); increased for exit stairs, scissor stairs considered one exit.

◦ Additional stairway (403.5.2); required for buildings greater than420 feet.

◦ Luminous markings (403.5.5); required in the exit enclosures to highlight egress paths.

◦ Elevators; IBC provisions for fire service elevators and occupant evacuation elevators were not adopted by 780 CMR

Chapter 4: Special Use and Chapter 4: Special Use and OccupancyOccupancy Parking garages (406)

◦ Vehicle barrier height (406.2.4); requirement increased to 2-feet 9-inches from 2-feet due to increase in average vehicle size.

◦ Open wall space (406.3.3.1)to qualify as open parking garage - amended to 25% from 20% to be consistent with MGL’s.

Hazardous materials (414 & 415); Detailed changes, including new control area approach, that are too detailed for this presentation

Chapter 5 General Building Chapter 5 General Building Heights and AreasHeights and AreasChapter 5

◦ is independent of other chapters◦ controls the size of a building of a particular ‘use’

and ‘construction type’Special Industrial buildings (503.1.1) are

exempt from Chapter 5 requirements.Hospital construction (503.1.3.1)– MGL

c.111, § 51 requires hospitals to be of at least TYPE IB construction (see Chapter 6).

Exception (504.1) – 527 CMR 10 gives authority to Fire Services relative to required fire lane size and layout.

Chapter 5 General Building Chapter 5 General Building Heights and AreasHeights and AreasAutomatic Sprinkler system increase

(504.2) / Big Residential buildings in MA get increases using full NFPA 13 systems – i.e. per 903.3.1.1.

Unlimited areas buildings (507.4) of more than 1 story- this section is ‘reserved’.

Mixed Use & Occupancy (508) is new to this chapter & addresses requirements for each USE/Separation/Accessory & Incidental Use requirements.

•Background:• BBRS voted to carry forward 7th edition Chapter 9 requirements and not lower level of safety from that required by 7th edition

• IBC has ‘enforcement authority’ language that needed to be addressed.

Chapter 9: Fire Protection Chapter 9: Fire Protection SystemsSystems

•Few Technical changes…If you know the 7th then you’ll have a good start on the 8th.

• IBC makes Numerous references to the International Fire Code 2009 (IFC).

•MA State Fire Code (527 CMR) takes precedence over IFC where 527 CMR specifically addresses the topic.

•Both 527 CMR & IFC needed to properly review/enforce (901.1 Note 2)

Chapter 9: BasicsChapter 9: Basics

• Authority language streamlined: In most cases approval authority lies with either the building official or fire official.

• Emergency responder radio coverage required for all new buildings

• Required smoke alarms still photoelectric only.

• Portable Fire Extinguisher section expanded.

• Carbon Monoxide protection clarified…is required for all places with sleeping arrangements, not just where there is parking or fossil fuel burning equipment.

• Smoke Proof Enclosures: Unique MA requirement not carried to the 8th edition.

Chapter 9: Basics (cont.)Chapter 9: Basics (cont.)

• Several MA amendments to NFPA Standards are incorporated:

•NFPA 72, Fire Alarm Code: 2010 (not 2007)

•NFPA 720, Carbon Monoxide: 2009 (not found in IBC)

•NFPA 92B, Smoke Management Systems: 2009 (not 2005)

•NFPA 130, …Transit and Passenger Rail Systems: 2010 (not found in IBC)

• also NFPA 140, 15, and 750.

Chapter 9: Basics (cont.)Chapter 9: Basics (cont.)

Changes and noted issues:Submittals (107.1.2): Local Fire Department must review/approve fire protection submittals for building permit. Authority (901.1): Contains multiple changes to enforcement authority, including issuance of a temporary C of O (909.19). Acceptance Tests (901.5).Building official and/or fire official (or third party) must witness acceptance testsSprinkler requirements (Table 903.2)

•Most sprinkler thresholds in Tabular form. Note: fire area concept from IBC of where sprinklers are required is not valid. Sprinklers generally required throughout building when required.•Non-nightclub A-2: sprinklered at 100 occupants; other A-2 triggers remain unchanged. •Ambulatory Health Care: certain facilities sprinklered •Mercantile Use with upholstered furniture: sprinklered

Sprinkler Standards • Clarified NFPA 13R use – cannot be used in a Mixed Use building • Clarified that townhouses require fire sprinkler protection •13R not allowed in R-Use when area greater than 12,000 ft. • Balconies of Type V construction need sprinkler protection when using a 13R system (903.3.1.2.1)

A-2 Nightclub fire alarm activation(907.2.1.2) : illuminate egress; bring house lights to full; stop audible/visible distractionsUse Group E fire alarm system(907.2.3): requires voice capabilitiesSmoke alarms(907.2.11): must be photoelectric typeSleeping areas in non-R Use (907.2.24): must have fire detection/notification system protecting the sleeping area and its egress– for example a bunk room in a B-Use fire station.Manual Pull Stations (various sections): IBC allows these to be eliminated in certain sprinklered buildings…the 8th edition (like the 7th edition) for the most part requires manual pull stations. Independent third party review (909.2): required for performance-based smoke control systems

Chapter 9: Fire Protection Chapter 9: Fire Protection SystemsSystems

Chapter 10: Means of Chapter 10: Means of EgressEgress

MA-unique requirements of 7th & 8th Edition:

Fire escapes: Maintenance and certification, etc. MA-Specialized Codes: Express recognition of. B-use locking arrangements: Special MA-allowed

locking arrangements for B-USE buildings where 1 tenant occupies an entire floor.

Electromagnetic striker lock: Recognition of MGL c.143 § 3R.

Nightclub egress: Special egress requirements for new construction nightclubs.

Chapter 10: Means of EgressChapter 10: Means of Egress

Differences between the 7th and 8th: Minimum egress dimensions (1005.1): New construction

minimum required egress dimensions for other than H & I-2 occupancies allowed when such occupancies equipped w/fire sprinklers and voice evacuation.

Electrical rooms (1011.1.1) : Now required to have additional exit signage no more than 18 inches off of the floor.

Exit travel distance increase for F-1 or S-1 Uses (1016.1) : Allowed exit travel distance increased to 400’ for one story F-1 and S-1 Uses when such buildings equipped throughout w/fire sprinklers and buildings have automatic heat and smoke roof vents.

Assembly main exit, (1028.2 EXCEPTION): For nightclubs w/50 or more occupants, this Exception allowing distributed exits is overridden by the primary main exit requirements for nightclubs .

Chapter 13: Energy Chapter 13: Energy EfficiencyEfficiencyOverview•What is the Same?

•Technical and administrative MA Amendments. •ASHRAE 90.1-2007 remains the default design option.

•What is different?•Format and Section numbering •No new major requirements; The devil is in the details…

Chapter 13: Energy Chapter 13: Energy EfficiencyEfficiency

Changes and noted issues: MA Amendments; No technical/administrative differences between 7th & 8th Edition. Technical differences ; are between IECC-2006 w/2007 Supplement and IECC-2009. Format/Section numbering changes; exist between IECC-2009 and earlier variant. ASHRAE 90.1-2007(C1); remains the default design option. Administrative criteria (C1); C1 of the 8th overrides the admin. criteria of C1 of IECC-

2009. Vapor retarder (C4); requirements of IECC-2007moved to IRC-2009, C6 & C11. Prescriptive changes (T402.1.1 and T402.1.3); several numerical changes to R or U

Factors. Optional air leak testing (402.4.1); allows, as an option, physical air leakage testing

(testing is not mandatory as visual inspections allowed). Computer modeling (405); : “SIMULATED PERFORMANCE ALTERNATIVES” has an

expanded set of guidance/requirements on how to do such computer modeling. Prescriptive changes (T502.1.2 & T502.2(1)); reflect more stringent R and U values

and generally require different R and U values for “Commercial” buildings v. “Residential” buildings.

Vapor retarder(C5); requirements of IECC-2006/2007 moved to C14 of the IBC-2009.

Chapter 13: Energy Chapter 13: Energy EfficiencyEfficiency

HVAC equipment performance requirements ( 503.2.3); the EXCEPTION, now in more detail, addresses water-cooled centrifugal water chilling packages not designed for operation at ARHI Standard conditions.

Chiller efficiency (T503.2.3(7)); updated efficiency requirements. Snow melt systems (503.2.4.5); requires auto shutoff controls for heated

pavements. Pipe insulation (T503.2.8); has slightly more conservative pipe insulation

thicknesses than earlier table versions. Air systems (503.2.10): inclusive, addresses air system design and control. Hydronic pump system (503.4.3.3); “Hydronic (water loop) heat pump

systems”, inclusive, updated. Lighting in dwelling units (505.1) ; EXCEPTION, exempts lighting w/in

dwelling units where 50% or more of permanently installed interior light fixtures use high-efficacy lamps.

Total connected interior lighting power (505.5.1); EXCEPTIONS have been expanded.

Exterior light zones (T505.6.2(1)); Table has been added. Total building performance (506 inclusive); has an expanded set of

guidance/requirements on how to do such computer modeling.

Chapter 16: Structural Chapter 16: Structural DesignDesignWhat is the same in the 7th and 8th?

◦Unique Snow and Wind loads◦Seismic coefficients same as IBC but values in Table◦Unreinforced Masonry (URM) not allowed◦Snow Drift Geometries go beyond ASCE-7◦Some analysis methods not permitted

SAC* feels these will disappear from the national code soon. *Structural Advisory Committee

◦ASCE-7 2005 edition still in playTown Houses (3 or less stories) Structural will

be in the 8th 1&2.

Chapter 17 Structural Tests Chapter 17 Structural Tests and Special Inspectionsand Special Inspections

• 7th Edition ‘Unique’ Chapter 17 Key Points:–Required a ‘Quality Assurance Plan’ that was the–Responsibility of the ‘Registered Design

Professional’• 8th Edition MA amendments to IBC:

– The owner shall provide for a registered design professional in responsible charge of controlled construction who shall:• Assume BO duties assigned by the IBC• Submit a Test and Inspection Plan• Submit a Final Test and Inspection Report, prior to C of

O.

Chapter 17 Structural Tests Chapter 17 Structural Tests and Special Inspections and Special Inspections (cont.)(cont.)

8th Edition MA amendments to IBC:◦ The contractor shall provide to the

registered design professional and BO a quality control program for the construction regulated by this chapter.

◦Exceptions to Chapter 17 Special Inspections: Certain fabricators of structural steel, precast

concrete, cold-formed steel trusses and wood trusses

Chapter 18 Soils and Chapter 18 Soils and FoundationsFoundations

This chapter is heavy with MA amendments◦ Essentially functions like 7th ◦ Broad coverage of various soil types and conditions

MA amendment allows Building Official to waive geotech investigation: ◦ Where satisfactory data from adjacent areas is available

that demonstrates an investigation is not necessary to meet the requirements of this chapter or,

◦ For unoccupied structures that do not pose a significant risk to public safety in the event of failure; or

◦ For structures used for agricultural purposes.

Chapter 34: The Genesis Chapter 34: The Genesis

In Fall 2009 the BBRS:◦Endorsed a ‘8th Edition Chapter 34

Committee’ and◦Directed this committee to create an

‘existing building code’ BBRS direction was not specific on what this

‘existing building code’ should be modeled on, that is, the Committee had the freedom make this decision.

Committee recognized some of the issues with Section 3408 of the 7th edition…

3408 Building Official 3408 Building Official SurveySurvey

Q: How well do you understand the language of 3408?◦I understand all of it ◦I understand most of it◦I understand some of it◦I understand little of it◦I understand none of it

Survey ResultsSurvey Results

Chapter 34Chapter 34Committee Decisions early on:

◦Sunset the 7th Chapter 34, Focus on IBC 2009◦Delete IBC 2009 Chapter 34 ◦Use IEBC 2009 which includes:

1. Prescriptive method (Chapter 3)2. Work area method (Chapters 4 to 12):

a. Repairs, Alterations: Levels 1, 2, and 3 orb. Change of occupancy, Additions, Historic Buildings, or

Relocated Buildings

3. Performance method (Chapter 13) but with peer review option for Building Official

Three Compliance Three Compliance MethodsMethods

Chapters Subjects

1-2 Administrative Requirement and Definitions

3 Prescriptive Compliance Method

4-12 Work Area Compliance Method

4 Classification of Work

5 Repairs

6 Alterations: Level 1



9 Change of Occupancy

10 Additions

11 Historic Buildings

12 Moved or Relocated Buildings

13 Performance Compliance Method

The methodis the choice of the owner.

The three methods areindependent.

Work Area Method may have some

dependency between chapters.

IEBC 2009: A Brief IEBC 2009: A Brief OverviewOverview

The ‘Road Map’ of the ‘Work Area Method’ is Chapter 4:◦One page long! (see handout)◦Outlines ‘Classification of Work’

Repairs Alterations- Level 1 Alterations- Level 2 Alterations- Level 3 Change of Occupancy Additions Historic Buildings Relocated Buildings

Chapter 4: Classification of Chapter 4: Classification of WorkWork

Repairs ◦includes the patching or restoration or

replacement of damaged materials, elements, equipment or fixtures for the purpose of maintaining such components in good or sound condition with respect to existing loads or performance requirements.


Alterations- Level 1 ◦include the removal and

replacement or the covering of existing materials, elements, equipment, or fixtures using new materials, elements, equipment, or fixtures that serve the same purpose.


Alterations- Level 2 ◦includes the reconfiguration of

space, the addition or elimination of any door or window, the reconfiguration or extension of any system, or the installation of any additional equipment.

Chapter 4: Classification of Chapter 4: Classification of WorkWorkAlterations- Level 3

◦apply where the work area exceeds 50 percent of the aggregate area of the building.

Change of occupancy◦ provisions apply where the activity is

classified as a change of occupancy as defined in Chapter 2.

Additions◦Provisions apply where work is classified as

an addition as defined in Chapter 2.

Chapter 4: ‘the test’Chapter 4: ‘the test’Please put on your thinking caps.Let’s review 14 proposed projects

◦Make clarifying assumptions if you need to◦Confer with your neighbor if you so choose◦Assign, with your best educated guess, a

‘class’ to each project; Alt 1, Alt 11, Rep, C of O, etc.

◦You have 5 minutes!!Please keep in mind;

◦There are no ‘wrong’ answers◦Will summarize class results and discuss

Chapter 4 Classification Chapter 4 Classification ExamplesExamples

Project Description

Chap 4

Class? Project Description

Chap 4

Class?

1) Removal of asphalt roof down to the sheathing & reroof w/asphalt

8) Installation of exterior millwork on an historic building.

2) Tenant fit-out of 6 stories of the Prudential Tower in Boston

9) Restoration, replacement, & patching of clapboard siding.

3) Addition of two stories to the top of a 10-story building

10) Removal of a oil furnace and replacement with gas furnace

4) Addition of solar panels to a 2-story steel frame building

11) Condo conversion. Includes new window for each garden unit.

5) 3 Unit R-2: Remove/replace plaster and lathe, electrical and insulation. Same number & location of doors and windows, but most replaced.

12) Strip mall. Building A/C unit replacement with new duct work to service new tenant on end unit.

6) Mill Building Conversion: F-Use to R-Use

13) 6 unit R-2: Blown in cellulose insulation

7) Removal of asphalt roof & reroof w/copper.

14) A structurally independent horizontal addition to the BPL

IEBC Chapter 4IEBC Chapter 4SECTION 405ALTERATION—LEVEL 3405.1 Scope. Level 3 alterations apply where the work areaexceeds 50 percent of the aggregate area of the building.405.2 Application. Level 3 alterations shall comply with theprovisions of Chapters 6 and 7 for Level 1 and 2 alterations,respectively, as well as the provisions of Chapter 8.SECTION 406CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY406.1 Scope. Change of occupancy provisions apply where theactivity is classified as a change of occupancy as defined in Chapter 2.406.2 Application. Changes of occupancy shall comply withthe provisions of Chapter 9.SECTION 407ADDITIONS407.1 Scope. Provisions for additions shall apply where workis classified as an addition as defined in Chapter 2.407.2 Application. Additions to existing buildings shall complywith the provisions of Chapter 10.SECTION 408HISTORIC BUILDINGS408.1 Scope. Historic buildings provisions shall apply to buildingsclassified as historic as defined in Chapter 2.408.2 Application. Except as specifically provided for inChapter 11, historic buildings shall comply with applicableprovisions of this code for the type of work being performed.SECTION 409RELOCATED BUILDINGS409.1 Scope. Relocated buildings provisions shall apply to relocated or moved buildings.409.2 Application. Relocated buildings shall comply with the provisions of Chapter 12.

SECTION 401GENERAL401.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall be used inconjunction with Chapters 5 through 12 and shall apply to thealteration, repair, addition and change of occupancy of existingstructures, including historic and moved structures, as referencedin Section 101.5.2. The work performed on an existingbuilding shall be classified in accordance with this chapter.401.1.1 Compliance with other alternatives. Alterations,repairs, additions and changes of occupancy to existingstructures shall comply with the provisions of Chapters 4through 12 or with one of the alternatives provided in Section101.5.401.2 Work area. The work area, as defined in Chapter 2, shallbe identified on the construction documents.401.3 Occupancy and use. When determining the appropriateapplication of the referenced sections of this code, the occupancyand use of a building shall be determined in accordancewith Chapter 3 of the International Building Code.SECTION 402REPAIRS402.1 Scope. Repairs, as defined in Chapter 2, include thepatching or restoration or replacement of damaged materials,elements, equipment or fixtures for the purpose of maintainingsuch components in good or sound condition with respect toexisting loads or performance requirements.402.2 Application. Repairs shall comply with the provisionsof Chapter 5.402.3 Related work. Work on no damaged components that isnecessary for the required repair of damaged components shallbe considered part of the repair and shall not be subject to theprovisions of Chapter 6, 7, 8, 9 or 10.SECTION 403ALTERATION—LEVEL 1403.1 Scope. Level 1 alterations include the removal andreplacement or the covering of existing materials, elements,equipment, or fixtures using new materials, elements, equipment,or fixtures that serve the same purpose.403.2 Application. Level 1 alterations shall comply with theprovisions of Chapter 6.SECTION 404ALTERATION—LEVEL 2404.1 Scope. Level 2 alterations include the reconfiguration ofspace, the addition or elimination of any door or window, thereconfiguration or extension of any system, or the installationof any additional equipment.404.2 Application. Level 2 alterations shall comply with theprovisions of Chapter 6 for Level 1 alterations as well as theprovisions of Chapter 7.

1) Removal of asphalt roof down to the sheathing & reroof w/asphalt

8) Installation of exterior millwork on an historic building.

2) Tenant fit-out of 6 stories of the Prudential Tower in Boston

9) Restoration, replacement, & patching of clapboard siding.

3) Addition of two stories to the top of a 10-story building

10) Removal of a oil furnace and replacement with gas furnace

4) Addition of solar panels to a 2-story steel frame building

11) Condo conversion. Includes new window for each garden unit.

5) 3 Unit R-2: Remove/replace plaster and lathe, electrical and insulation. Same number & location of doors and windows, but most replaced.

12) Strip mall. Building A/C unit replacement with new duct work to service new tenant on end unit.

6) Mill Building Conversion: F-Use to R-Use

13) 6 unit R-2: Blown in cellulose insulation

7) Removal of asphalt roof & reroof w/copper.

14) A structurally independent horizontal addition to the BPL

IEBC Fire Protection IEBC Fire Protection RequirementsRequirements

Key Provisions:◦ Repairs & Alterations Level 1 shall be done in a

manner that maintains the level of fire protection provided.

◦ Buildings undergoing Major Alterations (per M.G.L. C148 §26G) may require automatic sprinkler systems.

◦ In general: The addition of Fire Protection systems pertains to the

area being worked. When systems are added the requirements are found in

Chapter 9 of the IBC (with MA amendments)


Section References: Repairs & Alterations Level 1, etc. (503.1, 603.1, ) shall be done in a

manner that maintains the level of fire protection provided. Major Alterations (503.2, 603.2, 704.1.2, 804.1): Automatic sprinkler

systems may be required in building undergoing major alterations per section 102.2.1.1.

Scope (704.1): The requirements of this section shall be limited to work areas in which Level 2 alterations are being performed, and where specified they shall apply throughout the floor on which the work areas are located or otherwise beyond the work area.

Corridor ratings (704.1.1): Where an approved automatic sprinkler system is installed throughout the story, the required fire-resistance rating for any corridor located on the story shall be permitted to be reduced in accordance with the IBC. In order to be considered for a corridor rating reduction, such system shall provide coverage for the stairwell landings serving the floor and the intermediate landings immediately below.

Automatic sprinkler systems (704.2): Automatic sprinkler systems shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of Sections 704.2.1 through 704.2.5. Installation requirements shall be in accordance with the IBC. ◦ 704.2.1-High Rises,

◦ 704.2.2-A, B, E, F, etc. and mixed uses, (MA amendment exception pertains to R-2 of three units)

◦ 704.2.3- Windowless stories,

◦ 704.2.4- Other suppression systems,

◦ 704.2.5- Supervision


Section References: Standpipes (704.3): Where the work area includes exits or corridors

shared by more than one tenant and is located more than 50’ above or below the lowest level of fire department access, a standpipe system shall be provided. Standpipes shall have an approved fire department connection with hose connections at each floor level above or below the lowest level of fire department access. Standpipe systems shall be installed in accordance with the IBC. (This section includes 2 exceptions)

Fire alarm and detection (704.4): An approved fire alarm system shall be installed in accordance with Sections 704.4.1 through 704.4.3. Where automatic sprinkler protection is provided in accordance with Section 704.2 and is connected to the building fire alarm system, automatic heat detection shall not be required. An approved automatic fire detection system shall be installed in accordance with the provisions of this code and NFPA 72. Devices, combinations of devices, appliances, and equipment shall be approved. The automatic fire detectors shall be smoke detectors, except that an approved alternative type of detector shall be installed in spaces such as boiler rooms, where products of combustion are present during normal operation in sufficient quantity to actuate a smoke detector. ◦ 704.4.1- Occupancy requirements

◦ 704.4.2- Supplemental fire alarm system requirements.

◦ 704.4.3- Smoke alarms


Section References: Automatic sprinkler systems (804.1): Automatic sprinkler systems

shall be provided in all work areas when required by Section 704.2 or this section.◦ 804.1.1- High-rise buildings

◦ 804.1.2- Rubbish and linen chutes

- Fire alarm and detection systems (804.2): Fire alarm and detection systems complying with Sections 704.4.1 and 704.4.3 shall be provided throughout the building in accordance with the IBC. ◦ 804.2.1- Manual fire alarm systems (MA amendment deletes Exception 2)

◦ 804.2.2- Automatic fire detection

IEBC Key ‘Structural’ IEBC Key ‘Structural’ AmendmentsAmendments

6th and 7th edition ‘Essential Elements’ brought forward◦ Investigation and Evaluation (101.5.4.0)

Required for ‘Construction Control’ projects

◦ Table of ‘Basic Seismic Force Resisting Systems’(101.5.4.1)

◦ Reduced level of seismic forces permitted for certain projects (101.5.4.2) Modified ‘reduced seismic level force’ requirement to be

consistent with the 6th edition. (IEBC is a fixed 75%)

IEBC Key ‘Structural’ IEBC Key ‘Structural’ Amendments(cont.)Amendments(cont.)

Added ‘cumulative effects of alterations since original construction’ (various locations)

◦Inserted a list of triggers to allow minor alterations to proceed with no or minimal structural analysis. (101.9)

Added a requirement for anchorage of unreinforced masonry (101.10)


Modified parapet bracing requirement to include Seismic zones B and C. (606.3.1)

◦Note that IEBC requires this work only when reroofing is done.

◦Exception for low height to thickness ratiosRelief provided on structural triggers on

reroofing (606.3.2)

◦Raised trigger to >105 mph (was > 90 mph) Note this will include much of greater Boston

◦Only in cases of complete reroofing (was >50%)

Relief provided on vertical additions. IEBC requires compliance to ‘full seismic’. (1003.3.1)

◦Amendment allows for ‘reduced seismic’ ◦However, no relief on horizontal additions

Modified ‘Appendix A1’ to assign prescribed values of certain masonry properties without testing. ( appendix A1)

IEBC wind loads requirements not changed.


Risk AbatementRisk AbatementAnalyzed typical existing building projects.

◦Completed these (others pending): Solar Panel Installation (2 different projects) Mill Building B and S-Use Renovation Conversion of Warehouse of B-Use to Residential Elevator Installation Modernization of an Apartment Building Tenant Improvement Three Family Energy Upgrade Condo Complex Window Replacement Row Building

In general, IEBC is consistent with past practice.

101.5.2 Work Area Compliance MethodSection Title M/A or N/A and comments

606 ALTERATIONS LEVEL 1 STRUCTURALN/A since it is new equipment and not existing equipment that is replaced.

606.1 General N/A606.2 Addition or replacement of roofing or replacement of equipment N/A, not a replacement 606.2 Exceptions 1. Dead load increase < 5%?

2. Conventional light-frame construction and dead load increase < 5%?

3. Second layer of roofing < 3 psf?

N/A

606.2.1 Wall anchors for concrete and masonry buildings N/A606.3 Additional requirements for reroof permits N/A606.3.1 Bracing for unreinforced masonry bearing wall parapets N/A606.3.2 Roof diaphragms resisting wind loads in high-wind regions N/A

707 ALTERATIONS LEVEL 2 STRUCTURAL M/A707.1 General M/A, installation of additional

equipment (solar panels)707.2 New structural members M/A, where new structural

members, including connections and anchorage are required to support the solar panels

707.3 Minimum design loads M/A, in this case the load from the PV array may be within the original design loads, for example if the original roof structure has significant capacity. This should be checked for each project.

707.4 Existing structural elements carrying gravity load M/A, If solar panels do not reduce existing capacity, that is there will be no cut outs for electrical conduit etc. then this section may be N/A. If additional gravity load is applied as a result of the alteration (including snow drift) then both exceptions must be checked to see if they are N/A and if so then IBC requirements must be met for the existing member.

707.4Exceptions

1. Stress increase < 5%? 2. Group R? Less than 6 units? And conventional light-frame

construction?

Exception M/A if stress increase is ≤ 5%

101.5.1 Prescriptive Compliance MethodSection Title M/A or N/A and comments

302 ADDITIONS N/A, no change in floor area302.1 General. N/A 302.2 Flood hazard area. N/A302.3 Existing structural elements carrying gravity loads. N/A 302.3.1 Design live load N/A 302.4 Existing structural elements carrying lateral load N/A 302.4Exception

Is increase in demand capacity ratio (DCR) of existing lateral load-carrying elements with addition considered < 10%?

N/A

302.4.1 Seismic N/A 303 ALTERATIONS M/A

303.1General. N/A, alteration to existing

building no less conforming303.2 Flood hazard area. N/A

303.3Existing structural elements carrying gravity loads. M/A, where gravity load

increase exceeds 5% existing gravity load

303.3.1Design live load N/A, solar panels do not alter

existing structure capacity

303.4

Existing structural elements carrying lateral load Does the alteration:increase design lateral loads orcreate a structural irregularity ordecrease the capacity?

N/A, solar panels do not alter existing structure capacity

303.4Exception

Increase in demand capacity ratio (DCR) of existing lateral load-carrying elements with addition considered < 10%?

M/A, where DCR increase exceeds 10%

303.4.1 Seismic M/A if friction resists seismic 303.5 Voluntary seismic improvements N/A

307 CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY N/A307.4 Structural N/A307.4Exceptions

1. Level of performance and seismic safety equivalent to a new structure?

2. Occupancy category I or II to III and SDS< 0.33?

N/A

Project Examples: StructuralProject Examples: StructuralSolar Panel Installation

(Originally submitted by Michael Berry)Existing:

Existing single-story retail building with rubber membrane flat roof.Steel-framed structure, with 20 ft. bay spacing, and corrugated metal roof.

Planned:Install solar panels, of low profile and no snow drift assumed, on roof without attachment (ballasted) to building. No structural renovations planned to the existing building, for a specific layout plan of the PV array.Review Assume that you are an engineer hired by a building owner or architectural firm to evaluate a project for the available compliance alternatives pertaining to the structural provisions of the IEBC 2009.For this project review these two IEBC compliance paths*: 101.5.1 Prescriptive (Chapter 3) found on page 2101.5.2 Work area (Chapters 4 to 12) found on pages 3 and 4*101.5.3 Performance (Chapter 13) not part of this review.Review steps:First, for each path determine if the major sections (302, 303, 307, 606, 607, etc.) may apply or are not applicable to the projectThen determine if the subsections may apply or if they are not applicable, and add comment to explain if needed.SummaryChoose the ‘less stringent’ compliance path and determine if: 101.5.4.1 or 101.5.4.2 apply and any subsections therein (ignore ASCE 31 and 41)analyses for lateral loads or gravity loads are requiredstructural upgrades for lateral load or gravity loads are requiredprovide an opinion on the analyses and/or structural upgrades and how they compare** to your past experience

**(Significantly less, Less, About the same, More, Significantly More)Insert Text Here:

Committee review indicates that prescriptive compliance for small solar panel installations is less stringent where gravity load increase is less than 5% and DCR increase is less than 10% and friction resists seismic loads. Otherwise, Level 2 alteration shall comply with IBC including new structural members, connections and anchorage to support the solar panels including snow drift. Committee consensus is that the potential evaluation and structural upgrades are about the same as past experience and is similar to 7th edition.

These will be placed These will be placed on the DPS website in on the DPS website in November.November.

IEBC ‘Structural’ SummaryIEBC ‘Structural’ SummaryIEBC structural requirements

understandable and therefore enforceableIEBC works ‘differently’ than the 7th or 6th.SAC 34 Committee met the BBRS direction

◦to maintain level of life safety risk of previous editions

◦minimal amendmentsProject reviews have lessened the risk of a

‘code surprise’.

Chapters 115 AppendicesChapters 115 Appendices

7th Edition Title Chapter 120


A Employee Qualifications Not used.

B Board of Appeals Not used.

C Group U Agricultural Buildings

Group U Agricultural Buildings

D Not used. Not used.

E Supplementary Accessibility

Not used.

F Rodent Proofing Rodent Proofing

G Flood Resistant Construction

Flood Resistant Construction

H Signs Signs

I Patio Covers Patio Covers

J Grading Grading

K Manufactured Housing Not used.

L through Z not shown L through Z not used.

AA Stretch Energy Code Stretch Energy Code

CHAPTER 115 AA Stretch Energy CHAPTER 115 AA Stretch Energy CodeCode

OverviewoThe STRETCH ENERGY CODE is the first locally adoptable set of 780 CMR regulations that the BBRS has ever promulgated.oThis Energy Code affects low rise residential buildings (both new construction and existing buildings when undergoing renovation), as well as new construction “commercial” buildings of certain sizes (but does not impact existing “commercial” buildings undergoing renovation (baseline energy code requirements do impact existing “commercial” buildings undergoing renovation.

Chapter 31: Special Chapter 31: Special ConstructionConstruction

This Chapter addresses construction of:◦Membrane (inflatable and tent-like)

structures .◦Temporary structures (erected for < 180

days).◦Pedestrian walkways & tunnels. ◦Awnings/canopies.◦Marquees & Signs.◦Telecommunication & broadcast towers.◦Swimming pool enclosures & entrapment

control. ◦Automatic Vehicular gates.

Chapter 31 (cont.)Chapter 31 (cont.)7th Edition amendments are carried

into the 8th Edition.MA amendments now also include:

◦Temporary Overnight shelters for the homeless.

◦Temporary Emergency Use of buildings in times of public emergencies.

Chapter 32Chapter 32Encroachments into a Public Right-of-Encroachments into a Public Right-of-

WayWaySECTION 3202 – ENCROACHMENTS

3202.1.2 Vaults and other enclosed spaces. The construction and utilization of vaults and other enclosed spaces below grade shall be subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable governing authority.

3202.3.4 Pedestrian walkways. The installation of pedestrian walkway over a public right-of-way shall be subject to the approval of the applicable governing authority. The vertical clearance from the public right-of-way to the lowest part of a pedestrian walkway shall be 15 feet (4572mm) minimum.

3202.4 Temporary encroachments. Where allowed by the applicable governing authority, vestibules and storm enclosed should not be erected for a period of time exceeding seven months in any one year and shall not encroach more than 3 feet (914mm) or more than one-fourth of the width of the sideway beyond the street lot line. Temporary entrance awnings shall be erected with a minimum clearance of 7feet (2134mm) to the lowest portion of the hood or awning where supported on removable steel or other approved noncombustible support.

Chapter 33Chapter 33Safeguards During ConstructionSafeguards During Construction

SECTION 3308 TEMPORARY USE OF STREETS, ALLEYS AND PUBLIC PROPERTY

3308.1 Storage and handling of materials. The temporary use of streets or public property for the storage or handling of materials or of equipment required for construction or demolition, and the protection provided to the public shall comply with the provisions of the applicable governing authority and this chapter.

Chapter 33Chapter 33Safeguards During ConstructionSafeguards During Construction

SECTION 3310 MEANS OF EGRESS 3310.1 Stairways required. Where a building has been

constructed to a building height of 50 feet (15 240mm) or four stories, or where and existing building exceeding 50feet (15 240mm)in building height is altered, at least one temporary lighted stairway shall be provided unless one or more of the permanent

Stairways are erected as the construction progresses.

3310.2 Maintenance of means of egress. Required means of egress shall be maintained at all times during construction, demolition, remodeling or alterations and additions to any building.

Exception: Approved temporary means of egress systems and facilities.

88thth Edition Special Regs 1 to Edition Special Regs 1 to 77R1: Concrete Test Labs…only cleaned up

R2: Concrete Test Techs…only cleaned upR3: Manuf. Buildings…no changeR4: Native Lumber…only cleaned upR5:

◦Cleaned up◦Continuing Education incorporated (per M.G.L.)◦Building Officials may

obtain a CSL by paying fee use their BO certification to pull a permit

◦And...

Chapter 110Chapter 1107th Edition Title Chapter 110


R1 Concrete Testing Laboratories

Concrete Testing Laboratories

R2 Class A Field Concrete Technicians

Concrete Field Testing Technicians

R3 Manufactured Buildings Program

Manufactured Buildings Program

R4 Native Lumber Producers Native Lumber Producers

R5 Construction Supervisor Licensing

Construction Supervisor Licensing

R6 Home Improvement Contractors

Home Improvement Contractors

R7 Building Official Certification

Building Official CertificationEssentially the same titles and Essentially the same titles and numbering…numbering…

R1- Concrete Test LabsR1- Concrete Test LabsClean-upClean-up

American Society of Testing and Materials Standard E 329 advances to the 2007 version.

The Seventh and earlier editions of the code reference 1972 version.

R1- Concrete Test LabsR1- Concrete Test Labs

A proprietorship, corporation, partnership or agency which conforms to the requirements of ASTM E 329.

Standard Specification for Agencies Engaged in Construction Inspection and/or Testing - This specification defines the minimum requirements for inspection agency personnel or testing agency laboratory personnel, or both, and the minimum technical requirements for equipment and procedures utilized in the testing and inspection of construction ...

R2 – Concrete Field Testing R2 – Concrete Field Testing Technicians Technicians

Cleaned-upPreviously referred to as a Class A

Field Concrete Technicians License.Test offered by Massachusetts

Construction Industry Board (MCIB).Now it’s called a Concrete Field

Testing Technicians License.

Concrete Field Testing Technicians LicenseAcquired through the American Concrete

Institute (ACI).Must have a Grade 1 License. Definition

A Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I is an individual who has demonstrated the knowledge and ability to properly perform and record the results of seven basic field tests on freshly mixed concrete.


The program requires a working knowledge of the following

ASTM Standards:

C 1064 Temperature of Freshly Mixed Portland-Cement Concrete C 172 Sampling Freshly Mixed Concrete C 143 Slump of Hydraulic Cement Concrete C 138 Unit Weight, Yield, and Air Content (Gravimetric) of Concrete C 231 Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Pressure Method C 173 Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Volumetric Method C 31 Making and Curing Concrete Test Specimens in the Field

http://www.concrete.org/general/home.asp


R3 – Manufactured Buildings R3 – Manufactured Buildings ProgramProgram

There are no changes to the Seventh Edition Regulations at this time.

However, there is an on-going review of the regulation by:◦ DPS◦ BBRS◦ DFS, and◦ DPL

Significant program changes are expected sometime during the coming year.

R3 – Manufactured Buildings R3 – Manufactured Buildings ProgramProgram

Steve Kennealy◦ Manufactured Buildings Program Director

Linda Shea◦ Program Assistant

1380 Bay StreetTaunton, MA 02780508 880-4930

R4 – Native Lumber R4 – Native Lumber ProducersProducers

Cleaned up.Native lumber is wood processed in the

Commonwealth of Massachusetts by a mill registered in accordance with the regulations of the BBRS.

Such wood is ungraded but is stamped or certified in accordance with the requirements of the Code, 780 CMR.

For the purpose this definition, native lumber shall be restricted to use in one-and two-story dwellings, barns, sheds, agricultural and accessory buildings and structures and other uses as permitted by the code.

R4 – Native Lumber R4 – Native Lumber ProducersProducers

For information about the Native Lumber Program contact:◦ Ms. Bonnie Davis, Program Coordinator

Department of Public SafetyMcCormack State Office BuildingOne Ashburton Place – Room 1301Boston, MA 02108

◦ Phone 617-826-5208 Fax 617-227-1754 ◦ E-Mail [email protected]

88thth edition Regulation 5 edition Regulation 5 (CSLs)(CSLs)

A new table with ‘CSL descriptions’ replaces many paragraphs of text.

Code CSL Designation

Note 1 Table 110.R5.1 Construction Supervisor License (CSL) Scope of Work

nonea CSLa a, b, c, d Construction, reconstruction, alteration, repair, removal, or demolition

none CSL 1&2 Family Dwellings

b Construction, reconstruction, alteration, repair, removal, or demolition

1A CSL Masonryb a, b, c, d Construction, reconstruction, alteration, repair, removal, or demolition of masonry structures that require a permit. Not applicable for construction of masonry buildings

RF CSL Roof Coveringb

a, b, c Construction, reconstruction, alteration, repair, or removal of roof covering, including repair and replacement of 25% of sheathing and 25% of sistering roof rafters

WS CSL Windows Doors Sidingb

a, b, c Construction, reconstruction, alteration, repair, or removal of doors, windows and siding including repair and replacement of damaged window or door framing < 4’ wide and up to 25% of sheathing

SF CSL Solid Fuel-Burning Applianceb

a, b, c Installation of solid fuel burning appliances but does not allow work on any structural elements, including sheathing, with the exception of that required for the installation of either the inlet or exhaust elements

DM CSL Demolitionb a, b, c, d Demolition only.

IC CSL Insulationb a, b, c Installation of insulation including repair and replacement of sheathing and siding necessary to access wall cavities.

a. Formerly known as the ‘00, Unrestricted’ CSL b. Specialty CSL Note 1: Building Types and Structures a Buildings of any use group which contain less than 35,000 cubic feet (991m3) of enclosed space. b One- and two-family dwellings or any accessory building thereto, irrespective of size. c Building or structures for agricultural use. d Retaining walls less than ten feet in height at all points along the wall as measured from the base of the footing to the top of the wall.

Regulation 5 (CSLs): the Regulation 5 (CSLs): the ‘New Look’‘New Look’

CSL…formerly ‘unrestricted’

CSL One- and Two-Family… formerly ‘1G’

CSL Specialty


Changes advocated by MFBO incorporated:

◦ CSL Exemptions. ‘A construction supervisor’s license is not required for Massachusetts certified building officials, provided such certification is current and they comply with the oversight requirements of R5 generally…’

◦ Building Official Fees. ‘The BBRS shall grant an unrestricted construction supervisor license without examination to an individual holding a current certification per the requirements of R7. An individual seeking such license shall file an application to the BBRS and pay all appropriate license fees.’

◦ Continuing Education requirements. Building Officials are exempt from if their Certification is in good standing.

88thth edition Regulation 5 edition Regulation 5 (CSLs)(CSLs) Continuing Education requirements

Licensed construction supervisors must acquire a certain number of continuing education hours each 2 year renewal period based upon license category as identified below.

Unrestricted Construction Supervisors License 12 HoursRestricted Construction Supervisors License 10 HoursSpecialty Construction Supervisors License 6 Hours

Masonry Roofing Windows / Siding Demolition Burning Fuel Insulation


Continuing Education requirements

Courses, instructors and course coordinators are required to be approved by the BBRS in order to convene continuing education classes.

A licensee will have a host of methods available to choose from to achieve compliance.

A local technical college, for example, may apply for and receive approval to act as a course coordinator, then provide varied courses presented by instructors approved by the program regulations as part of their ongoing continuing education program.

Home builder associations may also apply for and receive approval as a coordinator and then hire approved instructors to present material as part of their regular monthly meetings as a service to their membership.

This is just a taste of what is intended by the proposed regulations.

88thth edition Regulation 6 edition Regulation 6 (HIC)(HIC)

HOME IMPROVEMENT CONTRACTOR PROGRAM For information including but not limited to registrations,

renewals, and filing of complaints against a home improvement contractor (HIC), please contact the Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation, which now administers this program. Also see M.G.L. c. 142A for statutory requirements pertaining to HIC.

Please note that licensing of construction supervisors per 780 CMR 110.R5 is administered by the Department of Public Safety.

The requirements of what is needed, a license or HIC registration, or both, to perform building construction, remains unchanged with 780 CMR, eighth edition.

Office of Consumer Affairs Website:

www.mass.gov/oca

88thth edition Regulation 7 edition Regulation 7 (BOCC*)(BOCC*)7th Edition Language Cleaned up.

MFBO advocated for a ‘higher standard’ for conditional appointments. BBRS approved this language:

◦ Any individual conditionally appointed as an inspector of buildings/building commissioner shall first be certified as a local inspector.

◦ Energy training is required on a three year cycle…as if you haven’t had enough of it already!!

(*BOCC: Building Official Certification Committee)

88thth edition ‘What’s edition ‘What’s New?’New?’

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