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About this chapter: Chapter 9 addresses the design and construction of roof assemblies. A roof assembly includes the roof deck, substrate or thermal barrier, insulation, vapor retarder and roof covering. This chapter provides the requirement for wind resistance of roof coverings. The types of roof covering materials and installation addressed by Chapter 9 are: asphalt shingles, clay and concrete tile, metal roof shingles, mineral-surfaced roll roofing, slate and slate-type shingles, wood shakes and shingles, built-up roofs, metal roof panels, modified bitumen roofing, thermoset and thermoplastic single-ply roofing, sprayed polyurethane foam roofing, liquid applied coatings and photovoltaic shingles. Chapter 9 also provides requirements for roof drainage, flashing, above-deck thermal insulation, rooftop-mounted photovoltaic systems and recovering or replacing an existing roof covering.
The provisions of this chapter shall govern the design, materials, construction and quality of roof assemblies.
Roofs shall be covered with materials as set forth in Sections R904 and R905. Class A, B or C roofing shall be installed in jurisdictions designated by law as requiring their use or where the edge of the roof is less than 3 feet (914 mm) from a lot line. Class A, B and C roofing required by this section to be listed shall be tested in accordance with ASTM E108 or UL 790.
Exceptions:
- Class A roof assemblies include those with coverings of brick, masonry and exposed concrete roof deck.
- Class A roof assemblies include ferrous or copper shingles or sheets, metal sheets and shingles, clay or concrete roof tile, or slate installed on noncombustible decks.
- Class A roof assemblies include minimum 16 ounces per square foot copper sheets installed over combustible decks.
- Class A roof assemblies include slate installed over underlayment over combustible decks.
Fire-retardant-treated wood shakes and shingles shall be treated by impregnation with chemicals by the full-cell vacuum-pressure process, in accordance with AWPA C1. Each bundle shall be marked to identify the manufactured unit and the manufacturer, and shall be labeled to identify the classification of the material in accordance with the testing required in Section R902.1, the treating company and the quality control agency.
Building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) products installed as the roof covering shall be tested, listed and labeled for fire classification in accordance with UL 7103. Class A, B or C BIPV products shall be installed where the edge of the roof is less than 3 feet (914 mm) from a lot line.
Rooftop-mounted photovoltaic panel systems installed on or above the roof covering shall be tested, listed and identified with a fire classification in accordance with UL 2703. Class A, B or C photovoltaic panel systems and modules shall be installed in jurisdictions designated by law as requiring their use or where the edge of the roof is less than 3 feet (914 mm) from a lot line.
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Roof decks shall be covered with approved roof coverings secured to the building or structure in accordance with the provisions of this chapter. Roof assemblies shall be designed and installed in accordance with this code and the approved manufacturer's instructions such that the roof assembly shall serve to protect the building or structure.
Flashings shall be installed in a manner that prevents moisture from entering the wall and roof through joints in copings, through moisture permeable materials and at intersections with parapet walls and other penetrations through the roof plane.
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Flashings shall be installed at wall and roof intersections, wherever there is a change in roof slope or direction and around roof openings. A flashing shall be installed to divert the water away from where the eave of a sloped roof intersects a vertical sidewall. Where flashing is of metal, the metal shall be corrosion resistant with a thickness of not less than 0.019 inch (0.5 mm) (No. 26 galvanized sheet).
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A cricket or saddle shall be installed on the ridge side of any chimney or penetration more than 30 inches (762 mm) wide as measured perpendicular to the slope. Cricket or saddle coverings shall be sheet metal or of the same material as the roof covering.
Exception: Unit skylights installed in accordance with Section R308.6 and flashed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions shall be permitted to be installed without a cricket or saddle.
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Parapet walls shall be properly coped with noncombustible, weatherproof materials of a width not less than the thickness of the parapet wall.
Where roof drains are required, secondary emergency overflow roof drains or scuppers shall be provided where the roof perimeter construction extends above the roof in such a manner that water will be entrapped if the primary drains allow buildup for any reason. Overflow drains having the same size as the roof drains shall be installed with the inlet flow line located 2 inches (51 mm) above the low point of the roof, or overflow scuppers having three times the size of the roof drains and having a minimum opening height of 4 inches (102 mm) shall be installed in the adjacent parapet walls with the inlet flow located 2 inches (51 mm) above the low point of the roof served. The installation and sizing of overflow drains, leaders and conductors shall comply with Sections 1106 and 1108 of the South Carolina Plumbing Code, as applicable.
The requirements set forth in this section shall apply to the application of roof covering materials specified herein. Roof assemblies shall be applied in accordance with this chapter and the manufacturer's installation instructions. Installation of roof assemblies shall comply with the applicable provisions of Section R905.
Roof assemblies shall be of materials that are compatible with each other and with the building or structure to which the materials are applied.
Roof covering materials shall conform to the applicable standards listed in this chapter.
Roof covering materials shall be delivered in packages bearing the manufacturer's identifying marks and approved testing agency labels required. Bulk shipments of materials shall be accompanied by the same information issued in the form of a certificate or on a bill of lading by the manufacturer.
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Roof coverings shall be applied in accordance with the applicable provisions of this section and the manufacturer's installation instructions. Unless otherwise specified in this section, roof coverings shall be installed to resist the component and cladding loads specified in Table R301.2.1(1), adjusted for height and exposure in accordance with Table R301.2.1(2).
Underlayment for asphalt shingles, clay and concrete tile, metal roof shingles, mineral-surfaced roll roofing, slate and slate-type shingles, wood shingles, wood shakes, metal roof panels and photovoltaic shingles shall conform to the applicable standards listed in this chapter. Underlayment materials required to comply with ASTM D226, D1970, D4869 and D6757 shall bear a label indicating compliance to the standard designation and, if applicable, type classification indicated in Table R905.1.1(1). Underlayment shall be applied in accordance with Table R905.1.1(2). Underlayment shall be attached in accordance with Table R905.1.1(3).
Exceptions:
- As an alternative, self-adhering polymer-modified bitumen underlayment bearing a label indicating compliance with ASTM D1970 and installed in accordance with both the underlayment manufacturer's and roof covering manufacturer's instructions for the deck material, roof ventilation configuration and climate exposure for the roof covering to be installed, shall be permitted.
- As an alternative, a minimum 4-inch-wide (102 mm) strip of self-adhering polymer-modified bitumen membrane bearing a label indicating compliance with ASTM D1970, installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions for the deck material, shall be applied over all joints in the roof decking. An approved underlayment complying with Table R905.1.1(1) for the applicable roof covering for areas where wind design is not required in accordance with Figure R301.2.1.1 shall be applied over the entire roof over the 4-inch wide (102 mm) membrane strips. Underlayment shall be applied in accordance with Table R905.1.1(2) using the application requirements for areas where wind design is not required in accordance with Figure R301.2.1.1. Underlayment shall be attached in accordance with Table R905.1.1(3).
| ROOF COVERING | SECTION | AREAS WHERE WIND DESIGN IS NOT REQUIRED IN ACCORDANCE WITH FIGURE R301.2.1.1 | AREAS WHERE WIND DESIGN IS REQUIRED IN ACCORDANCE WITH FIGURE R301.2.1.1 |
| Asphalt shingles | R905.2 | ASTM D226 Type I or II ASTM D4869 Type I, II, III or IV ASTM D6757 |
ASTM D226 Type II ASTM D4869 Type III or Type IV |
| Clay and concrete tile | R905.3 | ASTM D226 Type II ASTM D2626 Type I ASTM D6380 Class M mineral-surfaced roll roofing |
ASTM D226 Type II |
| Metal roof shingles | R905.4 | ASTM D226 Type I or II ASTM D4869 Type I, II, III or IV |
ASTM D226 Type II ASTM D4869 Type III or Type IV |
| Mineral-surfaced roll roofing | R905.5 | ASTM D226 Type I or II ASTM D4869 Type I, II, III or IV |
ASTM D226 Type II ASTM D4869 Type III or Type IV |
| Slate and slate-type shingles | R905.6 | ASTM D226 Type I ASTM D4869 Type I, II, III or IV |
ASTM D226 Type II ASTM D4869 Type III or Type IV |
| Wood shingles | R905.7 | ASTM D226 Type I or II ASTM D4869 Type I, II, III or IV |
ASTM D226 Type II ASTM D4869 Type III or Type IV |
| Wood shakes | R905.8 | ASTM D226 Type I or II ASTM D4869 Type I, II, III or IV |
ASTM D226 Type II ASTM D4869 Type III or Type IV |
| Metal panels | R905.10 | Manufacturer's instructions | ASTM D226 Type II ASTM D4869 Type III or Type IV |
| Photovoltaic shingles | R905.16 | ASTM D4869 Type I, II, III or IV ASTM D6757 |
ASTM D4869 Type III or Type IV |
For SI: 1 mile per hour = 0.447 m/s.
TABLE R905.1.1(2)
| ROOF COVERING | SECTION | AREAS WHERE WIND DESIGN IS NOT REQUIRED IN ACCORDANCE WITH FIGURE R301.2.1.1 | AREAS WHERE WIND DESIGN IS REQUIRED IN ACCORDANCE WITH FIGURE R301.2.1.1 |
| Asphalt shingles | R905.2 | For roof slopes from 2 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (2:12), up to 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (4:12), underlayment shall be two layers applied in the following manner: apply a 19-inch strip of underlayment felt parallel to and starting at the eaves. Starting at the eave, apply 36-inch-wide sheets of underlayment, overlapping successive sheets 19 inches. Distortions in the underlayment shall not interfere with the ability of the shingles to seal. End laps shall be 4 inches and shall be offset by 6 feet. For roof slopes of 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (4:12) or greater, underlayment shall be one layer applied in the following manner: underlayment shall be applied shingle fashion, parallel to and starting from the eave and lapped 2 inches, Distortions in the underlayment shall not interfere with the ability of the shingles to seal. End laps shall be 4 inches and shall be offset by 6 feet. | Underlayment shall be two layers applied in the following manner: apply a 19-inch strip of underlayment felt parallel to and starting at the eaves. Starting at the eave, apply 36-inch-wide sheets of underlayment, overlapping successive sheets 19 inches. Distortions in the underlayment shall not interfere with the ability of the shingles to seal. End laps shall be 4 inches and shall be offset by 6 feet. |
| Clay and concrete tile | R905.3 | For roof slopes from 21/2 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (21/2:12), up to 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (4:12), underlayment shall be not fewer than two layers applied as follows: starting at the eave, apply a 19-inch strip of underlayment parallel with the eave. Starting at the eave, apply 36-inch-wide strips of underlayment felt, overlapping successive sheets 19 inches. End laps shall be 4 inches and shall be offset by 6 feet. For roof slopes of 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (4:12) or greater, underlayment shall be not fewer than one layer of underlayment felt applied shingle fashion, parallel to and starting from the eaves and lapped 2 inches. End laps shall be 4 inches and shall be offset by 6 feet. | Underlayment shall be two layers applied in the following manner: apply a 19-inch strip of underlayment felt parallel to and starting at the eaves. Starting at the eave, apply 36-inch-wide sheets of underlayment, overlapping successive sheets 19 inches. Distortions in the underlayment shall not interfere with the ability of the shingles to seal. End laps shall be 4 inches and shall be offset by 6 feet. |
| Metal roof shingles | R905.4 | Apply in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions. | Underlayment shall be two layers applied in the following manner: apply a 19-inch strip of underlayment felt parallel to and starting at the eaves. Starting at the eave, apply 36-inch-wide sheets of underlayment, overlapping successive sheets 19 inches. End laps shall be 4 inches and shall be offset by 6 feet. |
| Mineral-surfaced roll roofing | R905.5 | ||
| Slate and slate-type shingles | R905.6 | ||
| Wood shingles | R905.7 | ||
| Wood shakes | R905.8 | ||
| Metal panels | R905.10 | ||
| Photovoltaic shingles | R905.16 | For roof slopes from 2 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (2:12), up to 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (4:12), underlayment shall be two layers applied in the following manner: apply a 19-inch strip of underlayment felt parallel to and starting at the eaves. Starting at the eave, apply 36-inch-wide sheets of underlayment, overlapping successive sheets 19 inches. Distortions in the underlayment shall not interfere with the ability of the shingles to seal. End laps shall be 4 inches and shall be offset by 6 feet. For roof slopes of 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (4:12) or greater, underlayment shall be one layer applied in the following manner: underlayment shall be applied shingle fashion, parallel to and starting from the eave and lapped 2 inches. Distortions in the underlayment shall not interfere with the ability of the shingles to seal. End laps shall be 4 inches and shall be offset by 6 feet. | Underlayment shall be two layers applied in the following manner: apply a 19-inch strip of underlayment felt parallel to and starting at the eaves. Starting at the eave, apply 36-inch-wide sheets of underlayment, overlapping successive sheets 19 inches. Distortions in the underlayment shall not interfere with the ability of the shingles to seal. End laps shall be 4 inches and shall be offset by 6 feet. |
For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 foot = 304.8 mm, 1 mile per hour = 0.447 m/s.
TABLE R905.1.1(3)
| ROOF COVERING | SECTION | AREAS WHERE WIND DESIGN IS NOT REQUIRED IN ACCORDANCE WITH FIGURE R301.2.1.1 | AREAS WHERE WIND DESIGN IS REQUIRED IN ACCORDANCE WITH FIGURE R301.2.1.1 |
| Asphalt shingles | R905.2 | Fastened sufficiently to hold in place | The underlayment shall be attached with corrosion-resistant fasteners in a grid pattern of 12 inches between side laps with a 6-inch spacing at side and end laps. Underlayment shall be attached using annular ring or deformed shank nails with 1-inch-diameter metal or plastic caps. Metal caps shall have a thickness of not less than 32-gage sheet metal. Power-driven metal caps shall have a minimum thickness of 0.010 inch. Minimum thickness of the outside edge of plastic caps shall be 0.035 inch. The cap nail shank shall be not less than 0.083 inch. The cap nail shank shall have a length sufficient to penetrate through the roof sheathing or not less than 3/4 inch into the roof sheathing. |
| Clay and concrete tile | R905.3 | ||
| Photovoltaic | R905.16 | ||
| Metal roof shingles | R905.4 | Manufacturer's installation instructions. | The underlayment shall be attached with corrosion-resistant fasteners in a grid pattern of 12 inches between side laps with a 6-inch spacing at side and end laps. Underlayment shall be attached using annular ring or deformed shank nails with 1-inch-diameter metal or plastic caps. Metal caps shall have a thickness of not less than 32-gage sheet metal. Power-driven metal caps shall have a minimum thickness of 0.010 inch. Minimum thickness of the outside edge of plastic caps shall be 0.035 inch. The cap nail shank shall be not less than 0.083 inch. The cap nail shank shall have a length sufficient to penetrate through the roof sheathing or not less than 3/4 inch into the roof sheathing. |
| Mineral-surfaced roll roofing | R905.5 | ||
| Slate and slate-type shingles | R905.6 | ||
| Wood shingles | R905.7 | ||
| Wood shakes | R905.8 | ||
| Metal panels | R905.10 |
For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 mile per hour = 0.447 m/s.
In areas where there has been a history of ice forming along the eaves causing a backup of water as designated in Table R301.2, an ice barrier shall be installed for asphalt shingles, metal roof shingles, mineral-surfaced roll roofing, slate and slate-type shingles, wood shingles and wood shakes. The ice barrier shall consist of not fewer than two layers of underlayment cemented together, or a self-adhering polymer-modified bitumen sheet shall be used in place of normal underlayment and extend from the lowest edges of all roof surfaces to a point not less than 24 inches (610 mm) inside the exterior wall line of the building. On roofs with slope equal to or greater than 8 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (67-percent slope), the ice barrier shall also be applied not less than 36 inches (914 mm) measured along the roof slope from the eave edge of the building.
Exception: Detached accessory structures not containing conditioned floor area.
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The installation of asphalt shingles shall comply with the provisions of this section.
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Asphalt shingles shall be fastened to solidly sheathed decks.
Asphalt shingles shall be used only on roof slopes of 2 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (17-percent slope) or greater. For roof slopes from 2 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (17-percent slope) up to 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33-percent slope), double underlayment application is required in accordance with Section R905.1.1.
Underlayment shall comply with Section R905.1.1.
Asphalt shingles shall be tested in accordance with ASTM D7158. Asphalt shingles shall meet the classification requirements of Table R905.2.4.1 for the appropriate ultimate design wind speed. Asphalt shingle packaging shall bear a label to indicate compliance with ASTM D7158 and the required classification in Table R905.2.4.1.
TABLE R905.2.4.1
| MAXIMUM ULTIMATE DESIGN WIND SPEED, Vult FROM Figure R301.2(2) (mph) | MAXIMUM BASIC WIND SPEED, VASD FROM TABLE R301.2.1.3 (mph) | ASTM D7158a SHINGLE CLASSIFICATION | ASTM D3161 SHINGLE CLASSIFICATION |
| 110 | 85 | D, G or H | A, D or F |
| 116 | 90 | D, G or H | A, D or F |
| 129 | 100 | G or H | A, D or F |
| 142 | 110 | G or H | F |
| 155 | 120 | G or H | F |
| 168 | 130 | H | F |
| 181 | 140 | H | F |
| 194 | 150 | H | F |
For SI: 1 foot = 304.8 mm, 1 mile per hour = 0.447 m/s.
- The standard calculations contained in ASTM D7158 assume Exposure Category B or C and a building height of 60 feet or less. Additional calculations are required for conditions outside of these assumptions.
Fasteners for asphalt shingles shall be galvanized steel, stainless steel, aluminum or copper roofing nails, minimum 12-gage [0.105 inch (3 mm)] shank with a minimum 3/8-inch-diameter (9.5 mm) head, complying with ASTM F1667, of a length to penetrate through the roofing materials and not less than 3/4 inch (19.1 mm) into the roof sheathing. Where the roof sheathing is less than 3/4 inch (19.1 mm) thick, the fasteners shall penetrate through the sheathing.
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Asphalt shingles shall have the minimum number of fasteners required by the manufacturer's approved installation instructions, but not less than four fasteners per strip shingle or two fasteners per individual shingle. Where the roof slope exceeds 21 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (21:12, 175-percent slope), shingles shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's approved installation instructions.
Where required, ice barriers shall comply with Section R905.1.2.
Flashing for asphalt shingles shall comply with this section and the asphalt shingle manufacturer's approved installation instructions.
Base and cap flashing shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. Base flashing shall be of either corrosion-resistant metal of minimum nominal 0.019-inch (0.5 mm) thickness or mineral-surfaced roll roofing weighing not less than 77 pounds per 100 square feet (4 kg/m2). Cap flashing shall be corrosion-resistant metal of minimum nominal 0.019-inch (0.5 mm) thickness.
Valley linings shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions before applying shingles. Valley linings of the following types shall be permitted:
- For open valleys (valley lining exposed) lined with metal, the valley lining shall be not less than 24 inches (610 mm) wide and of any of the corrosion-resistant metals in Table R905.2.8.2.
- For open valleys, valley lining of two plies of mineral-surfaced roll roofing, complying with ASTM D3909 or ASTM D6380 Class M, shall be permitted. The bottom layer shall be 18 inches (457 mm) and the top layer not less than 36 inches (914 mm) wide.
- For closed valleys (valley covered with shingles), valley lining of one ply of smooth roll roofing complying with ASTM D6380 and not less than 36 inches wide (914 mm) or valley lining as described in Item 1 or 2 shall be permitted. Self-adhering polymer-modified bitumen underlayment complying with ASTM D1970 shall be permitted in lieu of the lining material.
| MATERIAL | MINIMUM THICKNESS (inches) | GAGE | WEIGHT (pounds) |
| Aluminum | 0.024 | — | — |
| Cold-rolled copper | 0.0216 nominal | — | ASTM B370, 16 oz. per square foot |
| Galvanized steel | 0.0179 | 26 (zinc coated G90) | — |
| High-yield copper | 0.0162 nominal | — | ASTM B370, 12 oz. per square foot |
| Lead | — | — | 21/2 |
| Lead-coated copper | 0.0216 nominal | — | ASTM B101, 16 oz. per square foot |
| Lead-coated high-yield copper | 0.0162 nominal | — | ASTM B101, 12 oz. per square foot |
| Painted terne | — | — | 20 |
| Stainless steel | — | 28 | — |
| Zinc alloy | 0.027 | — | — |
For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 pound = 0.454 kg, 1 square foot = 0.93 m2.
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Base flashing against a vertical sidewall shall be continuous or step flashing and shall be not less than 4 inches (102 mm) in height and 4 inches (102 mm) in width and shall direct water away from the vertical sidewall onto the roof or into the gutter. Where siding is provided on the vertical sidewall, the vertical leg of the flashing shall be continuous under the siding. Where anchored masonry veneer is provided on the vertical sidewall, the base flashing shall be provided in accordance with this section and counterflashing shall be provided in accordance with Section R703.8.2.2. Where exterior plaster or adhered masonry veneer is provided on the vertical sidewall, the base flashing shall be provided in accordance with this section and Section R703.6.3.
Flashing against a vertical front wall, as well as soil stack, vent pipe and chimney flashing, shall be applied in accordance with the asphalt shingle manufacturer's printed instructions.
A drip edge shall
be provided at eaves and rake edges of asphalt shingle roofs where required by the manufacturer.
Exception: Spaced lumber sheathing in accordance with Section R803.1 shall be permitted in Seismic Design Categories A, B and C.
Clay and concrete roof tile shall be installed on roof slopes of 21/2 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (25-percent slope) or greater. For roof slopes from 21/2 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (25-percent slope) to 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33-percent slope), double underlayment application is required in accordance with Section R905.3.3.
Underlayment shall comply with Section R905.1.1.
Clay roof tile shall comply with ASTM C1167.
Concrete roof tile shall comply with ASTM C1492.
Nails shall be corrosion resistant and not less than 11-gage [0.120 inch (3 mm)], 5/16-inch (11 mm) head, and of sufficient length to penetrate the deck not less than 3/4 inch (19 mm) or through the thickness of the deck, whichever is less. Attaching wire for clay or concrete tile shall not be smaller than 0.083 inch (2 mm). Perimeter fastening areas include three tile courses but not less than 36 inches (914 mm) from either side of hips or ridges and edges of eaves and gable rakes.
Tile shall be applied in accordance with this chapter and the manufacturer's installation instructions, based on the following:
- Climatic conditions.
- Roof slope.
- Underlayment system.
- Type of tile being installed.
Clay and concrete roof tiles shall be fastened in accordance with this section and the manufacturer's installation instructions. Perimeter tiles shall be fastened with not less than one fastener per tile. Tiles with installed weight less than 9 pounds per square foot (0.4 kg/m2) require not less than one fastener per tile regardless of roof slope. Clay and concrete roof tile attachment shall be in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions where applied in areas where the ultimate design wind speed exceeds 130 miles per hour (58 m/s) and on buildings where the roof is located more than 40 feet (12 192 mm) above grade. In areas subject to snow, not less than two fasteners per tile are required. In other areas, clay and concrete roof tiles shall be attached in accordance with Table R905.3.7.
TABLE R905.3.7
| SHEATHING | ROOF SLOPE | NUMBER OF FASTENERS |
| Solid without battens | All | One per tile |
| Spaced or solid with battens and slope < 5:12 | Fasteners not required | — |
| Spaced sheathing without battens | 5:12 ≤ slope < 12:12 | One per tile/every other row |
| 12:12 ≤ slope < 24:12 | One per tile |
At the juncture of roof vertical surfaces, flashing and counterflashing shall be provided in accordance with this chapter and the manufacturer's installation instructions and, where of metal, shall be not less than 0.019 inch (0.5 mm) (No. 26 galvanized sheet gage) corrosion-resistant metal. The valley flashing shall extend not less than 11 inches (279 mm) from the centerline each way and have a splash diverter rib not less than 1 inch (25 mm) in height at the flow line formed as part of the flashing. Sections of flashing shall have an end lap of not less than 4 inches (102 mm). For roof slopes of 3 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (25-percent slope) and greater, valley flashing shall have a 36-inch-wide (914 mm) underlayment of one layer of Type I underlayment running the full length of the valley, in addition to other required underlayment. In areas where the average daily temperature in January is 25°F (-4°C) or less, metal valley flashing underlayment shall be solid-cemented to the roofing underlayment for slopes less than 7 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (58-percent slope) or be of self-adhering polymer-modified bitumen sheet.
The installation of metal roof shingles shall comply with the provisions of this section.
Metal roof shingles shall be applied to a solid or closely fitted deck, except where the roof covering is specifically designed to be applied to spaced sheathing.
Metal roof shingles shall not be installed on roof slopes below 3 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (25-percent slope).
Underlayment shall comply with Section R905.1.1.
Where required, ice barriers shall comply with Section R905.1.2.
Metal roof shingle roof coverings shall comply with Table R905.10.3(1). The materials used for metal roof shingle roof coverings shall be naturally corrosion resistant or be made corrosion resistant in accordance with the standards and minimum thicknesses listed in Table R905.10.3(2).
Metal roof shingles applied to a solid or closely fitted deck shall be tested in accordance with ASTM D3161, FM 4474, UL 580 or UL 1897. Metal roof shingles tested in accordance with ASTM D3161 shall meet the classification requirements of Table R905.4.4.1 for the appropriate maximum basic wind speed and the metal shingle packaging shall bear a label to indicate compliance with ASTM D3161 and the required classification in Table R905.2.4.1.
TABLE R905.4.4.1
CLASSIFICATION OF STEEP SLOPE METAL ROOF SHINGLES TESTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ASTM D3161| MAXIMUM ULTIMATE DESIGN WIND SPEED, Vult, FROM FIGURE R301.2(2) (mph) | MAXIMUM BASIC WIND SPEED, VASD, FROM TABLE R301.2.1.3 (mph) | ASTM D3161 SHINGLE CLASSIFICATION |
| 110 | 85 | A, D or F |
| 116 | 90 | A, D or F |
| 129 | 100 | A, D or F |
| 142 | 110 | F |
| 155 | 120 | F |
| 168 | 130 | F |
| 181 | 140 | F |
| 194 | 150 | F |
For SI: 1 mile per hour = 1.609 kph.
Metal roof shingles shall be secured to the roof in accordance with this chapter and the approved manufacturer's installation instructions.
Roof valley flashing shall be of corrosion-resistant metal of the same material as the roof covering or shall comply with the standards in Table R905.10.3(1). The valley flashing shall extend not less than 8 inches (203 mm) from the centerline each way and shall have a splash diverter rib not less than 3/4 inch (19 mm) in height at the flow line formed as part of the flashing. Sections of flashing shall have an end lap of not less than 4 inches (102 mm). The metal valley flashing shall have a 36-inch-wide (914 mm) underlayment directly under it consisting of one layer of underlayment running the full length of the valley, in addition to underlayment required for metal roof shingles. In areas where the average daily temperature in January is 25°F (-4°C) or less, the metal valley flashing underlayment shall be solid-cemented to the roofing underlayment for roof slopes under 7 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (58-percent slope) or self-adhering polymer-modified bitumen sheet.
The installation of mineral-surfaced roll roofing shall comply with this section.
Mineral-surfaced roll roofing shall be fastened to solidly sheathed roofs.
Underlayment shall comply with Section R905.1.1.
Where required, ice barriers shall comply with Section R905.1.2.
Mineral-surfaced roll roofing shall conform to ASTM D3909 or ASTM D6380, Class M.
Mineral-surfaced roll roofing shall be installed in accordance with this chapter and the manufacturer's instructions.
The installation of slate shingles shall comply with the provisions of this section.
Slate shingles shall be fastened to solidly sheathed roofs.
Underlayment shall comply with Section R905.1.1.
Where required, ice barriers shall comply with Section R905.1.2.
Slate shingles shall comply with ASTM C406.
Minimum headlap for slate shingles shall be in accordance with Table R905.6.5. Slate shingles shall be secured to the roof with two fasteners per slate. Slate shingles shall be installed in accordance with this chapter and the manufacturer's instructions.
Flashing and counterflashing shall be made with sheet metal. Valley flashing shall be not less than 15 inches (381 mm) wide. Valley and flashing metal shall be a minimum uncoated thickness of 0.0179-inch (0.5 mm) zinc coated G90. Chimneys, stucco or brick walls shall have not less than two plies of felt for a cap flashing consisting of a 4-inch-wide (102 mm) strip of felt set in plastic cement and extending 1 inch (25 mm) above the first felt and a top coating of plastic cement. The felt shall extend 2 inches (51 mm) over the base flashing.
The installation of wood shingles shall comply with the provisions of this section.
Wood shingles shall be installed on solid or spaced sheathing. Where spaced sheathing is used, sheathing boards shall be not less than 1-inch by 4-inch (25 mm by 102 mm) nominal dimensions and shall be spaced on centers equal to the weather exposure to coincide with the placement of fasteners.
In areas where the average daily temperature in January is 25°F (-4°C) or less, solid sheathing is required on that portion of the roof requiring the application of an ice barrier.
Underlayment shall comply with Section R905.1.1.
Where required, ice barriers shall comply with Section R905.1.2.
Wood shingles shall be of naturally durable wood and comply with the requirements of Table R905.7.4.
TABLE R905.7.4
WOOD SHINGLE MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS| MATERIAL | MINIMUM GRADES | APPLICABLE GRADING RULES |
|
Wood shingles of
naturally durable wood |
1, 2 or 3 | CSSB |
Wood shingles shall be installed in accordance with this chapter and the manufacturer's instructions. Wood shingles shall be laid with a side lap not less than 11/2 inches (38 mm) between joints in courses, and two joints shall not be in direct alignment in any three adjacent courses. Spacing between shingles shall be not less than 1/4 inch to 3/8 inch (6.4 mm to 9.5 mm). Weather exposure for wood shingles shall not exceed those set in Table R905.7.5(1). Fasteners for untreated (naturally durable) wood shingles shall be box nails in accordance with Table R905.7.5(2). Nails shall be stainless steel Type 304 or 316 or hot-dipped galvanized with a coating weight of ASTM A153 Class D (1.0 oz/ft2). Alternatively, two 16-gage stainless steel Type 304 or 316 staples with crown widths 7/16 inch (11.1 mm) minimum, 3/4 inch (19.1 mm) maximum, shall be used. Fasteners installed within 15 miles (24 km) of saltwater coastal areas shall be stainless steel Type 316. Fasteners for fire-retardant-treated shingles in accordance with Section R902 or pressure-impregnated-preservative-treated shingles of naturally durable wood in accordance with AWPA U1 shall be stainless steel Type 316. Fasteners shall have a minimum penetration into the sheathing of 3/4 inch (19.1 mm). For sheathing less than 3/4 inch in (19.1 mm) thickness, each fastener shall penetrate through the sheathing. Wood shingles shall be attached to the roof with two fasteners per shingle, positioned in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions. Fastener packaging shall bear a label indicating the appropriate grade material or coating weight.
TABLE R905.7.5(1)
WOOD SHINGLE WEATHER EXPOSURE AND ROOF SLOPE| ROOFING MATERIAL |
LENGTH (inches) | GRADE | EXPOSURE (inches) | |
| 3:12 pitch to < 4:12 | 4:12 pitch or steeper | |||
| Shingles of naturally durable wood | 16 | No. 1 | 33/4 | 5 |
| No. 2 | 31/2 | 4 | ||
| No. 3 | 3 | 31/2 | ||
| 18 | No. 1 | 41/4 | 51/2 | |
| No. 2 | 4 | 41/2 | ||
| No. 3 | 31/2 | 4 | ||
| 24 | No. 1 | 53/4 | 71/2 | |
| No. 2 | 51/2 | 61/2 | ||
| No. 3 | 5 | 51/2 | ||
For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm.
| PRODUCT TYPE | NAIL TYPE, MINIMUM LENGTH AND SHANK DIAMETER (inches) |
| Shakes | |
|
18" straight-split
|
5d box 13/4" × 0.080 |
|
18" and 24" handsplit and resawn
|
6d box 2" × 0.099 |
|
24" taper-split
|
5d box 13/4" × 0.080 |
|
18" and 24" tapersawn
|
6d box 2" × 0.099 |
|
Shingles
|
|
|
16" and 18"
|
3d box 11/4" × 0.076 |
|
24"
|
4d box 11/2" × 0.076 |
For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm.
Roof flashing shall be not less than No. 26 gage [0.019 inches (0.5 mm)] corrosion-resistant sheet metal and shall extend 10 inches (254 mm) from the centerline each way for roofs having slopes less than 12 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (100-percent slope), and 7 inches (178 mm) from the centerline each way for slopes of 12 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (100-percent slope) and greater. Sections of flashing shall have an end lap of not less than 4 inches (102 mm).
The installation of wood shakes shall comply with the provisions of this section.
Wood shakes shall be used only on solid or spaced sheathing. Where spaced sheathing is used, sheathing boards shall be not less than 1-inch by 4-inch (25 mm by 102 mm) nominal dimensions and shall be spaced on centers equal to the weather exposure to coincide with the placement of fasteners. Where 1-inch by 4-inch (25 mm by 102 mm) spaced sheathing is installed at 10 inches (254 mm) on center, additional 1-inch by 4-inch (25 mm by 102 mm) boards shall be installed between the sheathing boards.
In areas where the average daily temperature in January is 25°F (-4°C) or less, solid sheathing is required on that portion of the roof requiring an ice barrier.
Underlayment shall comply with Section R905.1.1.
Where required, ice barriers shall comply with Section R905.1.2.
Interlayment shall comply with ASTM D226, Type I.
Wood shakes shall comply with the requirements of Table R905.8.5.
TABLE R905.8.5
WOOD SHAKE MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS| MATERIAL | MINIMUM GRADES | APPLICABLE GRADING RULES |
| Wood shakes of naturally durable wood | 1 | Cedar Shake and Shingle Bureau |
| Tapersawn shakes of naturally durable wood | 1 or 2 | Cedar Shake and Shingle Bureau |
| Preservative-treated shakes and shingles of naturally durable wood | 1 | Cedar Shake and Shingle Bureau |
| Fire-retardant-treated shakes and shingles of naturally durable wood | 1 | Cedar Shake and Shingle Bureau |
| Preservative-treated tapersawn shakes of Southern pine treated in accordance with AWPA Standard U1 (Commodity Specification A, Special Requirement 4.6) |
1 or 2 | Forest Products Laboratory of the Texas Forest Services |
Wood shakes shall be installed in accordance with this chapter and the manufacturer's installation instructions. Wood shakes shall be laid with a side lap not less than 11/2 inches (38 mm) between joints in adjacent courses. Spacing between shakes in the same course shall be 3/8 inch to 5/8 inch (9.5 mm to 15.9 mm) including tapersawn shakes. Weather exposures for wood shakes shall not exceed those set in Table R905.8.6. Fasteners for untreated (naturally durable) wood shakes shall be box nails in accordance with Table R905.7.5(2). Nails shall be stainless steel Type 304, or Type 316 or hot-dipped with a coating weight of ASTM A153 Class D (1.0 oz/ft2). Alternatively, two 16-gage Type 304 or Type 316 stainless steel staples, with crown widths 7/16 inch (11.1 mm) minimum, 3/4 inch (19.1 mm) maximum, shall be used. Fasteners installed within 15 miles (24 km) of saltwater coastal areas shall be stainless steel Type 316. Wood shakes shall be attached to the roof with two fasteners per shake positioned in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions. Fasteners for fire-retardant-treated (as defined in Section R902) shakes or pressure-impregnated-preservative-treated shakes of naturally durable wood in accordance with AWPA U1 shall be stainless steel Type 316. Fasteners shall have a minimum penetration into the sheathing of 3/4 inch (19.1 mm). Where the sheathing is less than 3/4 inch (19.1 mm) thick, each fastener shall penetrate through the sheathing. Fastener packaging shall bear a label indicating the appropriate grade material or coating weight.
TABLE R905.8.6
WOOD SHAKE WEATHER EXPOSURE AND ROOF SLOPE
| ROOFING MATERIAL | LENGTH (inches) | GRADE | EXPOSURE (inches) |
| 4:12 pitch or steeper | |||
| Shakes of naturally durable wood | 18 | No. 1 | 71/2 |
| 24 | No. 1 | 10a | |
| Preservative-treated tapersawn shakes of Southern Yellow Pine | 18 | No. 1 | 71/2 |
| 24 | No. 1 | 10 | |
| 18 | No. 2 | 51/2 | |
| 24 | No. 2 | 71/2 | |
| Taper-sawn shakes of naturally durable wood | 18 | No. 1 | 71/2 |
| 24 | No. 1 | 10 | |
| 18 | No. 2 | 51/2 | |
| 24 | No. 2 | 71/2 |
For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm.
- For 24-inch by 3/8-inch handsplit shakes, the maximum exposure is 71/2 inches.
The starter course at the eaves shall be doubled and the bottom layer shall be either 15-inch (381 mm), 18-inch (457 mm) or 24-inch (610 mm) wood shakes or wood shingles. Fifteen-inch (381 mm) or 18-inch (457 mm) wood shakes shall be permitted to be used for the final course at the ridge. Shakes shall be interlaid with 18-inch-wide (457 mm) strips of not less than No. 30 felt shingled between each course in such a manner that felt is not exposed to the weather by positioning the lower edge of each felt strip above the butt end of the shake it covers a distance equal to twice the weather exposure.
Roof valley flashing shall be not less than No. 26 gage [0.019 inch (0.5 mm)] corrosion-resistant sheet metal and shall extend not less than 11 inches (279 mm) from the centerline each way. Sections of flashing shall have an end lap of not less than 4 inches (102 mm).
The installation of built-up roofs shall comply with the provisions of this section and the manufacturer's approved installation instructions.
Built-up roof covering materials shall comply with the standards in Table R905.9.2 or UL 55A.
TABLE R905.9.2
BUILT-UP ROOFING MATERIAL STANDARDS
| MATERIAL STANDARD | STANDARD |
| Acrylic coatings used in roofing | ASTM D6083 |
| Aggregate surfacing | ASTM D1863 |
| Asphalt adhesive used in roofing | ASTM D3747 |
| Asphalt cements used in roofing | ASTM D2822; D3019; D4586 |
| Asphalt-coated glass fiber base sheet | ASTM D4601 |
| Asphalt coatings used in roofing | ASTM D1227; D2823; D2824; D4479 |
| Asphalt glass felt | ASTM D2178 |
| Asphalt primer used in roofing | ASTM D41 |
| Asphalt-saturated and asphalt-coated organic felt base sheet | ASTM D2626 |
| Asphalt-saturated organic felt (perforated) | ASTM D2626 |
| Asphalt used in roofing | ASTM D312 |
| Coal-tar cements used in roofing | ASTM D4022; D5643 |
| Coal-tar primer used in roofing, dampproofing and waterproofing | ASTM D43 |
| Coal-tar saturated organic felt | ASTM D227 |
| Coal-tar used in roofing | ASTM D450, Type I or II |
| Glass mat, coal tar | ASTM D4990 |
| Glass mat, venting type | ASTM D4897 |
| Mineral-surfaced inorganic cap sheet | ASTM D3909 |
| Thermoplastic fabrics used in roofing | ASTM D5665; D5726 |
Built-up roofs shall be installed in accordance with this chapter and the manufacturer's instructions.
The installation of metal roof panels shall comply with the provisions of this section.
Metal roof panel roof coverings shall be applied to solid or spaced sheathing, except where the roof covering is specifically designed to be applied to spaced supports.
Minimum slopes for metal roof panels shall comply with the following:
- The minimum slope for lapped, nonsoldered-seam metal roofs without applied lap sealant shall be 3 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (25-percent slope).
- The minimum slope for lapped, nonsoldered-seam metal roofs with applied lap sealant shall be 1/2 unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (4-percent slope). Lap sealants shall be applied in accordance with the approved manufacturer's installation instructions.
- The minimum slope for standing-seam roof systems shall be 1/4 unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (2-percent slope).
Metal-sheet roof covering systems that incorporate supporting structural members shall be designed in accordance with the South Carolina Building Code. Metal-sheet roof coverings installed over structural decking shall comply with Table R905.10.3(1). The materials used for metal-sheet roof coverings shall be naturally corrosion resistant or provided with corrosion resistance in accordance with the standards and minimum thicknesses shown in Table R905.10.3(2).
TABLE R905.10.3(1)
METAL ROOF COVERING STANDARDS| ROOF COVERING TYPE | STANDARD APPLICATION RATE/THICKNESS |
| Aluminum | ASTM B209, 0.024 minimum thickness for roll-formed panels and 0.019-inch minimum thickness for press-formed shingles. |
| Cold-rolled copper | ASTM B370 minimum 16 oz/sq ft and 12 oz/sq ft high-yield copper for metal-sheet roof-covering systems; 12 oz/sq ft for preformed metal shingle systems. |
| Galvanized steel | ASTM A653 G90 Zinc coated |
| Hard lead | 2 lb/sq ft |
| Lead-coated copper | ASTM B101 |
| Soft lead | 3 lb/sq ft |
| Stainless steel | ASTM A240, 300 Series alloys |
| Steel | ASTM A924 |
| Terne (tin) and terne-coated stainless | Terne coating of 40 lb per double base box, field painted where applicable in accordance with manufacturer's installation instructions. |
| Zinc | 0.027 inch minimum thickness: 99.995% electrolytic high-grade zinc with alloy additives of copper (0.08—0.20%), titanium (0.07%—0.12%) and aluminum (0.015%). |
For SI: 1 ounce per square foot = 0.305 kg/m2, 1 pound per square foot = 4.214 kg/m2, 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 pound = 0.454 kg.
TABLE R905.10.3(2)
| 55% aluminum-zinc-alloy-coated steel | ASTM A792 AZ 50 |
| 5% aluminum alloy-coated steel | ASTM A875 GF60 |
| Aluminum-coated steel | ASTM A463 T2 65 |
| Galvanized steel | ASTM A653 G-90 |
| Prepainted steel | ASTM A755a |
- Paint systems in accordance with ASTM A755 shall be applied over steel products with corrosion-resistant coatings complying with ASTM A792, ASTM A875, ASTM A463 or ASTM A653.
Metal roof panels shall be secured to the supports in accordance with this chapter and the manufacturer's installation instructions. In the absence of manufacturer's installation instructions, the following fasteners shall be used:
- Galvanized fasteners shall be used for steel roofs.
- Copper, brass, bronze, copper alloy and 300-series stainless steel fasteners shall be used for copper roofs.
- Stainless steel fasteners are acceptable for metal roofs.
Underlayment shall comply with Section R905.1.1.
The installation of modified bitumen roofing shall comply with the provisions of this section and the manufacturer's approved installation instructions.
Modified bitumen roofing shall comply with the standards in Table R905.11.2.
TABLE R905.11.2
MODIFIED BITUMEN ROOFING MATERIAL STANDARDS
| MATERIAL | STANDARD |
| Acrylic coating | ASTM D6083 |
| Asphalt adhesive | ASTM D3747 |
| Asphalt cement | ASTM D3019 |
| Asphalt coating | ASTM D1227; D2824 |
| Asphalt primer | ASTM D41 |
| Modified bitumen roof membrane | ASTM D6162; D6163; D6164; D6222; D6223; D6298 |
A base sheet that complies with the requirements of Section 1507.11.2 of the South Carolina Building Code, ASTM D1970 or ASTM D4601 shall be permitted to be used with a modified bitumen cap sheet.
Modified bitumen roofs shall be installed in accordance with this chapter and the manufacturer's instructions.
The installation of thermoset single-ply roofing shall comply with the provisions of this section.
Thermoset single-ply membrane roofs shall have a design slope of not less than 1/4 unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (2-percent slope) for drainage.
Thermoset single-ply roof coverings shall comply with ASTM D4637 or ASTM D5019.
Thermoset single-ply roofs shall be installed in accordance with this chapter and the manufacturer's instructions.
The installation of thermoplastic single-ply roofing shall comply with the provisions of this section.
Thermoplastic single-ply membrane roofs shall have a design slope of not less than 1/4 unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (2-percent slope).
Thermoplastic single-ply roof coverings shall comply with ASTM D4434, D6754 or D6878.
Thermoplastic single-ply roofs shall be installed in accordance with this chapter and the manufacturer's instructions.
The installation of sprayed polyurethane foam roofing shall comply with the provisions of this section.
Spray-applied polyurethane foam insulation shall comply with ASTM C1029, Type III or IV or ASTM D7425.
Foamed-in-place roof insulation shall be installed in accordance with this chapter and the manufacturer's instructions. A liquid-applied protective coating that complies with Table R905.14.3 shall be applied not less than 2 hours nor more than 72 hours following the application of the foam.
TABLE R905.14.3
PROTECTIVE COATING MATERIAL STANDARDS
| MATERIAL | STANDARD |
| Acrylic coating | ASTM D6083 |
| Moisture-cured polyurethane coating | ASTM D6947 |
| Silicone coating | ASTM D6694 |
Foam plastic materials and installation shall comply with Section R316.
The installation of liquid-applied roofing shall comply with the provisions of this section.
Liquid-applied roofing shall comply with ASTM C836, C957, D1227, D3468, D6083, D6694 or D6947.
Liquid-applied roofing shall be installed in accordance with this chapter and the manufacturer's installation instructions.
The installation of photovoltaic shingles shall comply with the provisions of this section, Section R324 and NFPA 70.
Photovoltaic shingles shall be applied to a solid or closely-fitted deck, except where the roof covering is specifically designed to be applied over spaced sheathing.
Photovoltaic shingles shall be used only on roof slopes of 2 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (2:12) or greater.
Underlayment shall comply with Section R905.1.1.
Where required, ice barriers shall comply with Section R905.1.2.
Photovoltaic shingles shall be listed and labeled in accordance with UL 7103 or with both UL 61730-1 and UL 61730-2.
Photovoltaic shingles shall be attached in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions.
Photovoltaic shingles shall comply with the classification requirements of Table R905.16.6 for the appropriate maximum basic wind speed.
TABLE R905.16.6
CLASSIFICATION OF PHOTOVOLTAIC SHINGLES| MAXIMUM ULTIMATE DESIGN WIND SPEED, Vult, FROM FIGURE R301.2(2) (mph) |
MAXIMUM BASIC WIND SPEED, VASD, FROM TABLE R301.2.1.3 (mph) |
UL 7103 SHINGLE CLASSIFICATION |
| 110 | 85 | A, D or F |
| 116 | 90 | A, D or F |
| 129 | 100 | A, D or F |
| 142 | 110 | F |
| 155 | 120 | F |
| 168 | 130 | F |
| 181 | 140 | F |
| 194 | 150 | F |
For SI: 1 mile per hour = 1.609 kph.
The installation of BIPV roof panels shall comply with the provisions of this section, Section R324 and NFPA 70.
BIPV roof panels shall be applied to a solid or closely-fitted deck, except where the roof covering is specifically designed to be applied over spaced sheathing.
Underlayment shall comply with Section 905.1.1.
Where required, an ice barrier shall comply with Section R905.1.2.
In areas where there has been a history of ice forming along the eaves causing a backup of water, as designated in Table R301.2, an ice barrier that consists of not less than two layers of underlayment cemented together or of a self-adhering polymer-modified bitumen sheet shall be used in lieu of normal underlayment and extend from the lowest edges of all roof surfaces to a point not less than 24 inches (610 mm) inside the exterior wall line of the building.
Exception: Detached accessory structures that do not contain conditioned floor area.
BIPV roof panels shall be listed and labeled in accordance with UL 7103 or with both UL 61730-1 and UL 61730-2.
BIPV roof panels shall be attached in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions.
Where above-deck thermal insulation is installed, such insulation shall be covered with an approved roof covering and shall comply with NFPA 276 or UL 1256.
Above-deck thermal insulation board shall comply with the standards in Table R906.2.
TABLE R906.2
MATERIAL STANDARDS FOR ROOF INSULATION
| Cellular glass board | ASTM C552 |
| Composite boards | ASTM C1289, Type III, IV, V or VI |
| Expanded polystyrene | ASTM C578 |
| Extruded polystyrene board | ASTM C578 |
| Fiber-reinforced gypsum board | ASTM C1278 |
| Glass-faced gypsum board | ASTM C1177 |
| Mineral wool board | ASTM C726 |
| Perlite board | ASTM C728 |
| Polyisocyanurate board | ASTM C1289, Type I or II |
| Wood fiberboard | ASTM C208 |
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Rooftop-mounted photovoltaic panel systems shall be designed and installed in accordance with Section R324 and NFPA 70.
Materials and methods of application used for recovering or replacing an existing roof covering shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 9.
Exceptions:
- Reroofing shall not be required to meet the minimum design slope requirement of one-quarter unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (2-percent slope) in Section R905 for roofs that provide positive roof drainage.
- For roofs that provide positive drainage, recovering or replacing an existing roof covering shall not require the secondary (emergency overflow) drains or scuppers of Section R903.4.1 to be added to an existing roof.
The structural roof components shall be capable of supporting the roof covering system and the material and equipment loads that will be encountered during installation of the roof covering system.
Roof replacement shall include the removal of existing layers of roof coverings down to the roof deck.
Exception: Where the existing roof assembly includes an ice barrier membrane that is adhered to the roof deck, the existing ice barrier membrane shall be permitted to remain in place and covered with an additional layer of ice barrier membrane in accordance with Section R905.
The installation of a new roof covering over an existing roof covering shall be permitted where any of the following conditions occur:
- Where the new roof covering is installed in accordance with the roof covering manufacturer's approved instructions
- Complete and separate roofing systems, such as standing-seam metal roof systems, that are designed to transmit the roof loads directly to the building's structural system and do not rely on existing roofs and roof coverings for support, shall not require the removal of existing roof coverings.
- Metal panel, metal shingle and concrete and clay tile roof coverings shall be permitted to be installed over existing wood shake roofs where applied in accordance with Section R908.4.
- The application of a new protective roof coating over an existing protective roof coating, metal roof panel, metal roof shingle, mineral surfaced roll roofing, built-up roof, modified bitumen roofing, thermoset and thermoplastic single-ply roofing and spray polyurethane foam roofing system shall be permitted without tear-off of existing roof coverings.
A roof recover shall not be permitted where any of the following conditions occur:
- Where the existing roof or roof covering is water soaked or has deteriorated to the point that the existing roof or roof covering is not adequate as a base for additional roofing.
- Where the existing roof covering is slate, clay, cement or asbestos-cement tile.
- Where the existing roof has two or more applications of any type of roof covering.
Where the application of a new roof covering over wood shingle or shake roofs creates a combustible concealed space, the entire existing surface shall be covered with gypsum board, mineral fiber, glass fiber or other approved materials securely fastened in place.
Existing slate, clay or cement tile shall be permitted for reinstallation, except that damaged, cracked or broken slate or tile shall not be reinstalled. Any existing flashings, edgings, outlets, vents or similar devices that are a part of the assembly shall be replaced where rusted, damaged or deteriorated. Aggregate surfacing materials shall not be reinstalled.
Flashings shall be reconstructed in accordance with approved manufacturer's installation instructions. Metal flashing to which bituminous materials are to be adhered shall be primed prior to installation.