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Jacob Persky

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 Environmental engineer. Knowledgeable about asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, indoor air quality, underground storage tank, and soil/air/water pollution issues for residential, commercial, and industrial facilities.

Sharon Toji

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 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

Dana Bostick

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 Most general questions about code and inspection. The code varies widely across the country so answers specific to your area would not be possible. Those are best asked of the local AHJ (authority having jurisdiction) I DO NOT HAVE EVERY CODE BOOK EVER PRINTED! LOL Specific quotes from specific codes cannot be answered.

Fred Weldin

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 All aspects of International Mechanical Code and International Fuel Gas Code. I'm taking a break from All Experts; you can reach me through the "Contact Us" link at askweldin.com.

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2009-11-17 Bathroom Window Code:

Hi Shawn, Per the 2006 IRC, Chapter 3, Section 308.4 "Hazardous Locations, item 5: Glazing in doors and enclosures for hot tubs, whirlpools, saunas, steam rooms, bathtubs and showers. Glazing in any part

2009-11-13 Light and ventilation:

Hi Frank, I couldn't find anything either. The only reference I did find was in the 2007 Energy Code, Title 24, part 6, sub chapter 8, section 151 which deals with solar heat gain and overhangs. Your

2009-11-12 Code in NYS:

Hi Anne, It's almost impossible to know the codes in ever State or area so for the exact answer, you would need to check locally. Typically "Zoning" deals with occupancy. In other words, how many

2009-11-11 Windows:

Hi Susan, Not really a code related question. Both Milgard and Marvin are major players in the window industry and have good reputations. I do not have a preference personally. I've seen both installed

2009-11-10 Past Construction without a Permit:

Hi Andrew, The most definitive answer will come from the local building department. They can make you tear it down but that is not likely. They rarely do that. It only happens if there is an egregious

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