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// CODE SNIPPET

460.7.1 Crypts Construction

2017 FBC - Building, 6th edition > 4 Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy > 460 Mausoleums and Columbariums > 460.7 Crypts > 460.7.1 Crypts Construction
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Crypts and companion crypts shall be constructed of reinforced concrete complying with Chapter 19 and Section 460.7.1.

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.

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460.7.1 Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy, Crypts Construction
Crypts and companion crypts shall be constructed of reinforced concrete complying with this section and Chapter 19 ...
2014 FBC - Building, 5th edition > 4 Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy > 460 Mausoleums and Columbariums > 460.7 Crypts > 460.7.1 Crypts Construction
460.7.1 Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy, Crypts Construction
Crypts and companion crypts shall be constructed of reinforced concrete complying with Chapter 19 and Section 460.7.1 ...
2017 FBC - Building, 6th edition > 4 Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy > 460 Mausoleums and Columbariums > 460.7 Crypts > 460.7.1 Crypts Construction
460.7.1 Special Detailed Requirements Based on Occupancy and Use, Crypts Construction
Crypts and companion crypts shall be constructed of reinforced concrete complying with Chapter 19 and Section 460.7.1 ...
2020 FBC - Building, 7th edition > 4 Special Detailed Requirements Based on Occupancy and Use > 460 Mausoleums and Columbariums > 460.7 Crypts > 460.7.1 Crypts Construction
460.7.1.3 Special Detailed Requirements Based on Occupancy and Use, 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 ...
2020 FBC - Building, 7th edition > 4 Special Detailed Requirements Based on Occupancy and Use > 460 Mausoleums and Columbariums > 460.7 Crypts > 460.7.1 Crypts Construction > 460.7.1.3 Crypt Front
460.7.1.1 Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy, 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 ...
2014 FBC - Building, 5th edition > 4 Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy > 460 Mausoleums and Columbariums > 460.7 Crypts > 460.7.1 Crypts Construction > 460.7.1.1 Cast in Place Crypt
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