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AS105.6.3 Penetrations in Exterior Strawbale Walls

Los Angeles Residential Code > S Strawbale Construction > AS105 Strawbale Walls—General > AS105.6 Moisture Control > AS105.6.3 Penetrations in Exterior Strawbale Walls
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Penetrations in exterior strawbale walls shall be sealed with an approved sealant or gasket on the exterior side of the wall in all climate zones, and on the interior side of the wall in Climate Zones 14 and 16, as referenced in the California Energy Code.

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AS105.6.3 Strawbale Construction, Penetrations in Exterior Strawbale Walls
Penetrations in exterior strawbale walls shall be sealed with an approved sealant or gasket on the exterior side of the wall in all climate zones ...
Los Angeles Residential Code > S Strawbale Construction > AS105 Strawbale Walls—General > AS105.6 Moisture Control > AS105.6.3 Penetrations in Exterior Strawbale Walls
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Openings and penetrations in bale walls required to have a fire-resistance rating shall satisfy the same requirements for openings and penetrations ...
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AS105.6.4 Strawbale Construction, Horizontal Surfaces
barrier shall be of a material and installation that will prevent water from entering the wall system. Horizontal surfaces shall include exterior window ...
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Where wood framing or wood sheathing occurs on the exterior face of strawbale walls, such wood surfaces shall be separated from exterior plaster ...
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AS105.6.2 Strawbale Construction, Vapor Retarders
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