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// CODE SNIPPET

R302.2.6 Structural Independence

Residential Code 2021 of Colorado > 3 Building Planning > R302 Fire-Resistant Construction > R302.2 Townhouses > R302.2.6 Structural Independence
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Each townhouse unit shall be structurally independent.

Exceptions:
  1. Foundations supporting exterior walls or common walls.
  2. Structural roof and wall sheathing from each unit fastened to the common wall framing.
  3. Nonstructural wall and roof coverings.
  4. Flashing at termination of roof covering over common wall.
  5. Townhouse units separated by a common wall as provided in Section R302.2.2, Item 1 or 2.
  6. Townhouse units protected by a fire sprinkler system complying with Section P2904 or NFPA 13D.

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R302.2.6 Building Planning, Structural Independence
Each townhouse   unit  shall be structurally independent. Exceptions: Foundations supporting exterior walls or common walls ...
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The analysis and design shall be reviewed by an independent structural design reviewer. The independent structural design reviewer shall act under ...
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5.6.2.1 High Challenge Fire Walls,
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(E) Special Conditions, Boxes
structure independently of the raceways or cables listed in the system ...
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402.4 Prescriptive Compliance Method, Existing Structural Elements Carrying Lateral Load
Where the addition is structurally independent of the existing structure, existing lateral load-carrying structural elements shall be permitted ...
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