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// CODE SNIPPET

Section 1408 Exterior Insulationand Finish Systems (EIFS)

2012 Virginia Construction Code (USBC, Part I) > 14 Exterior Walls > 1408 Exterior Insulationand Finish Systems (EIFS)
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1408.1 General

The provisions of this section shall govern the materials, construction and quality of exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS) for use as exterior wall coverings in addition to other applicable requirements of Chapters 7, 14, 16, 17 and 26.

1408.2 Performance Characteristics

EIFS shall be constructed such that it meets the performance characteristics required in ASTM E 2568.

1408.3 Structural Design

The underlying structural framing and substrate shall be designed and constructed to resist loads as required by Chapter 16.

1408.4 Weather Resistance

EIFS shall comply with Section 1403 and shall be designed and constructed to resist wind and rain in accordance with this section and the manufacturer's application instructions.

1408.4.1 EIFS With Drainage

EIFS with drainage shall have an average minimum drainage efficiency of 90 percent when tested in accordance the requirements of ASTM E 2273 and is required on framed walls of Type V construction, Group R1, R2, R3 and R4 occupancies.

1408.4.1.1 Water-Resistive Barrier

For EIFS with drainage, the water-resistive barrier shall comply with Section 1404.2 or ASTM E 2570.

1408.5 Installation

Installation of the EIFS and EIFS with drainage shall be in accordance with the EIFS manufacturer's instructions.

1408.6 Special Inspections

EIFS installations shall comply with the provisions of Sections 1704.2 and 1705.15.

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Section 1408 Exterior Walls, Exterior Insulationand Finish Systems (EIFS)
The provisions of this section shall govern the materials, construction and quality of exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS) for use ...
2012 Virginia Construction Code (USBC, Part I) > 14 Exterior Walls > 1408 Exterior Insulationand Finish Systems (EIFS)
1408.6 Exterior Walls, Special Inspections
EIFS installations shall comply with the provisions of Sections 1704.2 and 1705.15 ...
2012 Virginia Construction Code (USBC, Part I) > 14 Exterior Walls > 1408 Exterior Insulationand Finish Systems (EIFS) > 1408.6 Special Inspections
1408.4.1 Exterior Walls, EIFS With Drainage
EIFS with drainage shall have an average minimum drainage efficiency of 90 percent when tested in accordance the requirements of ASTM E 2273 ...
2012 Virginia Construction Code (USBC, Part I) > 14 Exterior Walls > 1408 Exterior Insulationand Finish Systems (EIFS) > 1408.4 Weather Resistance > 1408.4.1 EIFS With Drainage
1408.4.1.1 Exterior Walls, Water-Resistive Barrier
For EIFS with drainage, the water-resistive barrier shall comply with Section 1404.2 or ASTM E 2570 ...
2012 Virginia Construction Code (USBC, Part I) > 14 Exterior Walls > 1408 Exterior Insulationand Finish Systems (EIFS) > 1408.4 Weather Resistance > 1408.4.1 EIFS With Drainage > 1408.4.1.1 Water-Resistive Barrier
R703.9.4 Wall Covering, EIFS/EIFS With Drainage Installation
All EIFS shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions and the requirements of this section ...
2012 Virginia Residential Code > 7 Wall Covering > R703 Exterior Covering > R703.9 Exterior Insulation and Finish System (EIFS)/EIFS With Drainage > R703.9.4 EIFS/EIFS With Drainage Installation
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