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2304.11.2 Wood Used Above Ground

2014 FBC - Building, 5th edition > 23 Wood > 2304 General Construction Requirements > 2304.11 Protection Against Decay and Termites > 2304.11.2 Wood Used Above Ground
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Wood used above ground in the locations specified in Sections 2304.11.2.1 through 2304.11.2.7, 2304.11.3 and 2304.11.5 shall be naturally durable wood or preservative-treated wood using water-borne preservatives, in accordance with AWPA U1 (Commodity Specifications A or F) for above-ground use.

2304.11.2.1 Joists, Girders and Subfloor

Where wood joists or the bottom of a wood structural floor without joists are closer than 18 inches (457 mm), or wood girders are closer than 12 inches (305 mm) to the exposed ground in crawl spaces or unexcavated areas located within the perimeter of the building foundation, the floor construction (including posts, girders, joists and subfloor) shall be of naturally durable or preservative-treated wood.

2304.11.2.2 Wood Supported by Exterior Foundation Walls

Wood framing members, including wood sheathing, that rest on exterior foundation walls and are less than 8 inches (203 mm) from exposed earth shall be of naturally durable or preservative-treated wood.

2304.11.2.3 Exterior Walls Below Grade

Wood framing members and furring strips attached directly to the interior of exterior masonry or concrete walls below grade shall be of naturally durable or preservative-treated wood.

2304.11.2.4 Sleepers and Sills

Sleepers and sills on a concrete or masonry slab that is in direct contact with earth shall be of naturally durable or preservative-treated wood.

2304.11.2.5 Girder Ends

The ends of wood girders entering exterior masonry or concrete walls shall be provided with a 1/2-inch (12.7 mm) air space on top, sides and end, unless naturally durable or preservative-treated wood is used.

2304.11.2.6 Wood Siding

Clearance between wood siding and earth on the exterior of a building shall not be less than 6 inches (152 mm) or less than 2 inches (51 mm) vertical from concrete steps, porch slabs, patio slabs and similar horizontal surfaces exposed to the weather except where siding, sheathing and wall framing are of naturally durable or preservative-treated wood.

2304.11.2.7 Posts or Columns

Posts or columns supporting permanent structures and supported by a concrete or masonry slab or footing that is in direct contact with the earth shall be of naturally durable or preservative-treated wood.

Exceptions:
  1. Posts or columns that are either exposed to the weather or located in basements or cellars, supported by concrete piers or metal pedestals projected at least 1 inch (25 mm) above the slab or deck and 6 inches (152 mm) above exposed earth, and are separated therefrom by an impervious moisture barrier.
  2. Posts or columns in enclosed crawl spaces or unexcavated areas located within the periphery of the building, supported by a concrete pier or metal pedestal at a height greater than 8 inches (203 mm) from exposed ground, and are separated therefrom by an impervious moisture barrier.

Related Code Sections


2304.11.2 Wood, Wood Used Above Ground
Wood used above ground in the locations specified in Sections 2304.11.2.1 through 2304.11.2.7, 2304.11.3 and 2304.11.5 shall be naturally durable ...
2014 FBC - Building, 5th edition > 23 Wood > 2304 General Construction Requirements > 2304.11 Protection Against Decay and Termites > 2304.11.2 Wood Used Above Ground
2304.11.2.3 Wood, Exterior Walls Below Grade
Wood framing members and furring strips attached directly to the interior of exterior masonry or concrete walls below grade shall be of naturally ...
2014 FBC - Building, 5th edition > 23 Wood > 2304 General Construction Requirements > 2304.11 Protection Against Decay and Termites > 2304.11.2 Wood Used Above Ground > 2304.11.2.3 Exterior Walls Below Grade
2304.11.2.4 Wood, Sleepers and Sills
Sleepers and sills on a concrete or masonry slab that is in direct contact with earth shall be of naturally durable or preservative-treated wood ...
2014 FBC - Building, 5th edition > 23 Wood > 2304 General Construction Requirements > 2304.11 Protection Against Decay and Termites > 2304.11.2 Wood Used Above Ground > 2304.11.2.4 Sleepers and Sills
2304.12.1 Wood, Locations Requiring Water-Borne Preservatives or Naturally Durable Wood
Wood used above ground in the locations specified in Sections 2304.12.1.1 through 2304.12.1.5, 2304.12.3 and 2304.12.5 shall be naturally durable ...
2017 FBC - Building, 6th edition > 23 Wood > 2304 General Construction Requirements > 2304.12 Protection Against Decay and Termites > 2304.12.1 Locations Requiring Water-Borne Preservatives or Naturally Durable Wood
2304.12.1 Wood, Locations Requiring Water-Borne Preservatives or Naturally Durable Wood
Wood used above ground in the locations specified in Sections 2304.12.1.1 through 2304.12.1.5, 2304.12.3 and 2304.12.5 shall be naturally durable ...
2020 FBC - Building, 7th edition > 23 Wood > 2304 General Construction Requirements > 2304.12 Protection Against Decay and Termites > 2304.12.1 Locations Requiring Water-Borne Preservatives or Naturally Durable Wood
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