Designing Floor Systems with Engineered Wood Joists - Ron Blank ...
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Building Code Requirements<br />
Safety Factor: Fire Resistance<br />
Building classification and building codes determine if floor systems must be<br />
designed to meet minimum fire resistance requirements.<br />
Multi-Family and institutional residences most often require separation of<br />
living units by fire resistant floor/ceiling assemblies.<br />
Single-Family residences <strong>with</strong> integral garages often require separation.