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460.7 Crypts

2014 FBC - Building, 5th edition > 4 Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy > 460 Mausoleums and Columbariums > 460.7 Crypts
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460.7.1 Crypts Construction

Crypts and companion crypts shall be constructed of reinforced concrete complying with this section and Chapter 19.

460.7.1.1 Cast in Place Crypt

Cast in place crypts shall have a minimum thickness of 3 inches (76 mm) for floor slabs, walls, and other structural framework.

460.7.1.2 Precast Crypt

Concrete shall have a minimum specified compressive strength f/c of 5,000 psi (34.5 mPa). Crypt floor slabs and roof slabs shall have a minimum thickness of 21/2 inches (63.5 mm) Crypt walls shall be a minimum thickness of 31/2 inches (88.9 mm) at the top of the wall to a minimum of 2 inches (50.8 mm) at the bottom of the wall.

460.7.1.3 Crypt Front

Crypt fronts are to be independent of the crypt panel. The front shall be Grade A exterior type granite or marble according to the Marble Institute of America (1998), or travertine, or bronze, or tile mosaic. The front shall be installed with a hanger system. The hangers, clips, and other exterior or interior fastenings shall be of copper-based alloy, copper, or stainless steel designed for strength and durability. Aluminum fastenings may be used if they will not react with any material or metal that they may come in contact with and when not embedded in concrete. The front, trim, and wall stone shall be a minimum 3/4 inch (19.1 mm) thick, other materials used for crypt fronts shall be the thickness as dictated at the time by modern mausoleum construction.

460.7.2 Crypt Relief Vent

For family mausoleum units where all crypts are bordering an exterior wall, pressure relief ventilation shall be provided from the crypt to the outside of the mausoleum through the exterior wall or roof. For all other mausoleum units, each crypt shall have a pressure relief vent from the crypt to the roof of the mausoleum complying with Section M515, Mausoleum relief system, of the Florida Building Code, Mechanical. Niches shall not require pressure relief systems.

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