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Waterproofing Codes

Waterproofing Code: General Code Interpretation

February 19, 2015
Code interpretations for Section 1805, General Code.
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Waterproofing Codes: Dampproofing

May 26, 2014
An overview on IBC 2012  Section 1805.1 General.
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WATERPROOFING CODES: Dampproofing

September 11, 2013
Overview of dampproofing in regards to IBC 2012 Section 1805.2.
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Waterproofing: Cracking the Codes

Knowledge of Code Requirements Is Essential for Proper Waterproofing Design
John D'Annunzio
September 3, 2013
A guide to interpreting the International Building Code for waterproofing and dampproofing.
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Waterproofing Codes

June 1, 2013
Waterproofing codes regarding damping and waterproofing.
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Waterproofing Codes

February 27, 2013

 The excavation outside the foundation shall be backfilled with soil that is free of organic material, construction debris, cobbles and boulders or with a controlled low-strength material (CLSM).  


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Roofing Codes

February 27, 2013
Roof decks and roof coverings shall be designed for wind loads in accordance with Chapter 16 and Sections 1504.2, 1504.3 and 1504.4.
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Waterproofing Code: Section 1805.7.3 Backfill

December 31, 2012

The backfill in the annular space around columns not embedded in poured footings shall be by one of the following methods


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Waterproofing Code: Section 1807.3.1 Walls

April 12, 2012

Walls required to be waterproofed shall be of concrete or masonry and shall be designed and constructed to withstand the hydrostatic pressures and other lateral loads to which the walls will be subjected.


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Waterproofing Code: Section 1807.3.1 Floors

March 6, 2012

Floors required to be waterproofed shall be of concrete and designed and constructed to withstand the hydrostatic pressures to which the floors will be subjected.


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