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Sharon Toji U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.85 Clarity of Response 10.00 Politeness 10.00 Response Time(hr) 49.0 --Last 90 Days(hr) 12.4 Total Questions 243	I have special expertise in the subject of accessibility codes and guidelines (ADA), and most specifically in the field of signage. If you have a question that is not about the ADA or about signs, I suggest you try the following excellent site: Naffa International BCDG (Building Code Discussion Group). The website address is http://bcodes.infopop.cc/eve/ You do have to register, but it's free. You will find discussions here on all kinds of Building Code Q & A topics. You go to the forum that sounds as if it's close to your topic, check out some of the posts and see if it sounds like a fit. Then pose your question. With luck, you may get some really good answers. You can email some of the experts individually by clicking on the headings of their posts. When you ask a question, of me, or of someone on the above site, tell them your state, and maybe your city if it's a large city. That is crucial for answering code questions. Sharon Toji
Lori Greene U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 10.00 Clarity of Response 10.00 Politeness 10.00 Response Time(hr) 20.3 --Last 90 Days(hr) 24.2 Total Questions 73	I can help with code questions related to doors and hardware. I am familiar with the IBC, NFPA 80, NFPA 101, NFPA 105, ADAAG, and ICC/ANSI A117.1. My expertise is specific to door openings.
Keith Fuller U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 10.00 Clarity of Response 9.96 Politeness 10.00 Response Time(hr) 11.3 --Last 90 Days(hr) 3.4 Total Questions 66	I'm an ICC Certified Master Code Professional fielding general building code questions. My experience has been heavy in fire related issues.
Fred Weldin U.S. On Vacation returns 02/14/2012 View Profile View Past Answers	Rating N/A (Expert Not Accept Rating) Response Time(hr) 5.9 --Last 90 Days(hr) 23.0 Total Questions 108	All aspects of International Mechanical Code, International Energy Conservation Code and International Fuel Gas Code.

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2012-02-04 Apartment above the boiler room:

I checked on a building code web site I belong to, and got this answer: "Concrete not required, But there should be a fire separation or sprinklered and the floor should not be "warm" to the touch.

2012-02-02 Building Code Variance:

You probably have several issue here. The first is not a building issue, but zoning, which requires a certain setback. You can't receive a building permit unless you comply with the zoning regulations

2012-01-13 apartment door mailslots:

The problem with mail slot in doors is that it violates the door's rating. Once the rating is compromised, replacing the door is the fastest and best solution unless you can find a rated mail slot assembly

2011-12-21 sill seal:

My suggestion is to get back to the building official there and find out why they are requiring the felt rather than sill sealer. Your installation should be fine for energy reasons. Perhaps they have

2011-12-19 Commercial Floor Load:

The minimum required loads are indicated in Sections 1606 and 1607 of the '06 IBC. Table 1607.1 might help you out. Page 285. The home probably has a designed floor loading of at least 40 psf for other

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