SECTION 1406 COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS
ON THE EXTERIOR SIDE OF EXTERIOR WALLS
1406.3
Balconies and similar projections. Balconies and similar
projections of combustible construction other than fire-retardant-treated
wood shall be fire-resistance rated in accordance with Table
601 for floor construction or shall be of Type IV construction
in accordance with Section 602.4.
The aggregate length shall not exceed 50 percent of the building's
perimeter on each floor.
Exceptions:
1.
On buildings of Type I and II construction, three stories
or less in height, fire-retardant-treated wood shall be
permitted for balconies, porches, decks and exterior stairways
not used as required exits.
2. Untreated wood is permitted for pickets and rails or
similar guardrail devices that are limited to 42 inches
(1067 mm) in height.
3. Balconies and similar projections on buildings of Type
III, IV and V construction shall be permitted to be of Type
V construction, and shall not be required to have a fire-resistance
rating where sprinkler protection is extended to these areas.
4. Where sprinkler protection
is extended to the balcony areas, the aggregate length of
the balcony on each floor shall not be limited.
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