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453.8.4 Standards for Remodeling and/or Renovation Projects

2020 FBC - Building, 7^th edition > 4 Special Detailed Requirements Based on Occupancy and Use > 453 State Requirements for Educational Facilities > 453.8 General Requirements for New Construction, Additions, Renovation, and Remodeling > 453.8.4 Standards for Remodeling and/or Renovation Projects

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Portions of buildings being remodeled and/or renovated shall be brought into compliance with current required Florida Building Code and the Florida Fire Prevention Code as adopted by the State Fire Marshal as required by the plan review authority in its best judgment.

453.8.4.1

An automatic fire sprinkler system is not required in existing educational buildings unless 50 percent of the aggregate area of the building is being remodeled.

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