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Chapter 1
Scope and Administration
Chapter 2
Definitions
Chapter 3
Building Planning
Chapter 4
Foundations
Chapter 5
Floors
Chapter 6
Wall Construction
Chapter 7
Wall Covering
Chapter 8
Roof-Ceiling Construction
Chapter 9
Roof Assemblies
Chapter 10
Chimneys and Fireplaces
Chapter 11
Building Thermal Envelope and Insulation
Chapter 12
Interior Finishes
Chapter 13
Energy Efficiency
Chapter 14
Exterior Walls
Chapter 15
Roof Assemblies and Rooftop Structures
Chapter 16
Structural Design
Chapter 17
Foundations and Soils
Chapter 18
Concrete
Chapter 19
Steel
Chapter 20
Wood
Chapter 21
Masonry
Chapter 22
Glass and Glazing
Chapter 23
Gypsum Board and Plaster
Chapter 24
Plastics
Chapter 25
Electrical
Chapter 26
Mechanical Systems
Chapter 27
Plumbing Systems
Chapter 28
Elevators
Chapter 29
Encroachments Into Public Right-of-Way
Chapter 30
Safeguards During Construction
Chapter 31
Means of Egress
Chapter 32
Accessibility
Chapter 33
Interior Environment
Chapter 34
Exterior Walls
Chapter 35
Reserved for Future Use
Chapter 36
Referenced Standards
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Chapter 16

Structural Design

International Residential Code 2021

[F] 1601.1 Scope

Section 1601.1 — Scope. This section establishes the scope, applicability, and administrative provisions for enforcement of this code. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] 1601.1.1 Duct Systems Scope

Section 1601.1.1 — Duct Systems Scope. This section establishes the scope, applicability, and administrative provisions for enforcement of this code. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] 1601.2 Duct System Design

Section 1601.2 — Duct System Design. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] 1601.2.1 Duct Materials

Section 1601.2.1 — Duct Materials. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] 1601.3 Return Air

Section 1601.3 — Return Air. This section establishes specific code requirements. Refer to the official code text for detailed provisions, exceptions, and referenced standards. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] 1601.4 Duct Sealing

Section 1601.4 — Duct Sealing. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] 1602.1 Duct Materials

Section 1602.1 — Duct Materials. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] 1602.1.1 Return Air Sources

Section 1602.1.1 — Return Air Sources. This section establishes specific code requirements. Refer to the official code text for detailed provisions, exceptions, and referenced standards. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] 1602.2 Flexible Duct

Section 1602.2 — Flexible Duct. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] 1602.2.1 Transfer Openings

Section 1602.2.1 — Transfer Openings. This section establishes specific code requirements. Refer to the official code text for detailed provisions, exceptions, and referenced standards. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] 1602.3 Duct Panning

Section 1602.3 — Duct Panning. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] 1603.1 Duct Insulation

Section 1603.1 — Duct Insulation. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] 1603.1.1 Duct Insulation

Section 1603.1.1 — Duct Insulation. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] 1603.2 Vapor Retarders on Ducts

Section 1603.2 — Vapor Retarders on Ducts. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] 1604.1 Duct Sealing General

Section 1604.1 — Duct Sealing General. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] 1604.2 Duct Leakage Testing

Section 1604.2 — Duct Leakage Testing. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] 1605.1 Return Air General

Section 1605.1 — Return Air General. This section establishes specific code requirements. Refer to the official code text for detailed provisions, exceptions, and referenced standards. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] 1605.2 Return Air Openings

Section 1605.2 — Return Air Openings. This section establishes specific code requirements. Refer to the official code text for detailed provisions, exceptions, and referenced standards. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] 1606.1 Registers and Grilles

Section 1606.1 — Registers and Grilles. This section establishes specific code requirements. Refer to the official code text for detailed provisions, exceptions, and referenced standards. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] M1601.1 Duct Design

Section M1601.1 — Duct Design. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] M1601.1.1 Above-Ground Duct Systems

Section M1601.1.1 — Above-Ground Duct Systems. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] M1601.1.2 Underground Duct Systems

Section M1601.1.2 — Underground Duct Systems. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] M1601.2 Duct Materials

Section M1601.2 — Duct Materials. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] M1601.3 Duct Sizing

Section M1601.3 — Duct Sizing. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] M1601.4 Duct Systems - Installation

Section M1601.4 — Duct Systems - Installation. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] M1601.4.1 Duct Installation

Section M1601.4.1 — Duct Installation. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] M1601.5 Duct Support

Section M1601.5 — Duct Support. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] M1601.6 Independent Garage HVAC

Section M1601.6 — Independent Garage HVAC. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] M1602.1 Return Air Supply

Section M1602.1 — Return Air Supply. This section establishes specific code requirements. Refer to the official code text for detailed provisions, exceptions, and referenced standards. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] M1602.2 Prohibited Sources

Section M1602.2 — Prohibited Sources. This section establishes specific code requirements. Refer to the official code text for detailed provisions, exceptions, and referenced standards. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] M1602.3 Return Air Pathways

Section M1602.3 — Return Air Pathways. This section establishes specific code requirements. Refer to the official code text for detailed provisions, exceptions, and referenced standards. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] M1603.1 Duct Insulation

Section M1603.1 — Duct Insulation. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] M1603.2 Duct Sealing

Section M1603.2 — Duct Sealing. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] M1603.3 Duct Leakage Testing

Section M1603.3 — Duct Leakage Testing. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] M1701.1 Combustion Air Scope

Section M1701.1 — Combustion Air Scope. This section establishes the scope, applicability, and administrative provisions for enforcement of this code. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] M1701.2 Combustion Air Methods

Section M1701.2 — Combustion Air Methods. This section establishes specific code requirements. Refer to the official code text for detailed provisions, exceptions, and referenced standards. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] M1702.1 Indoor Combustion Air

Section M1702.1 — Indoor Combustion Air. This section establishes specific code requirements. Refer to the official code text for detailed provisions, exceptions, and referenced standards. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] M1703.1 Outdoor Combustion Air - Two Openings

Section M1703.1 — Outdoor Combustion Air - Two Openings. This section establishes specific code requirements. Refer to the official code text for detailed provisions, exceptions, and referenced standards. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] M1703.2 Outdoor Combustion Air - Single Opening

Section M1703.2 — Outdoor Combustion Air - Single Opening. This section establishes specific code requirements. Refer to the official code text for detailed provisions, exceptions, and referenced standards. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] P2601.1 Plumbing General Scope

Section P2601.1 — Plumbing General Scope. This section establishes the scope, applicability, and administrative provisions for enforcement of this code. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] P2602.1 Connections Required

Section P2602.1 — Connections Required. This section establishes specific code requirements. Refer to the official code text for detailed provisions, exceptions, and referenced standards. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] R1601.1 Scope Duct Systems IRC

Section R1601.1 — Scope Duct Systems IRC. This section establishes the scope, applicability, and administrative provisions for enforcement of this code. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] R1601.1.1 Duct System Design

Section R1601.1.1 — Duct System Design. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] R1601.2 General Ducts

Section R1601.2 — General Ducts. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] R1602.1 Return Air Sources

Section R1602.1 — Return Air Sources. This section establishes specific code requirements. Refer to the official code text for detailed provisions, exceptions, and referenced standards. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] R1602.2 Prohibited Plenums

Section R1602.2 — Prohibited Plenums. This section establishes specific code requirements. Refer to the official code text for detailed provisions, exceptions, and referenced standards. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] R1603.1 Duct Construction

Section R1603.1 — Duct Construction. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] R1603.2 Flexible Ducts

Section R1603.2 — Flexible Ducts. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] R1604.1 Duct Insulation

Section R1604.1 — Duct Insulation. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] R1604.2 Duct Sealing

Section R1604.2 — Duct Sealing. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] R1606.1 Wood-Frame Roof Construction

Section R1606.1 — Wood-Frame Roof Construction. This section specifies construction material requirements and standards. Refer to the official code for specific material specifications and testing standards. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] R1606.2 Ceiling Joist and Rafter Connection

Section R1606.2 — Ceiling Joist and Rafter Connection. This section establishes specific code requirements. Refer to the official code text for detailed provisions, exceptions, and referenced standards. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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[F] R1607.1 Engineered Wood Products

Section R1607.1 — Engineered Wood Products. This section addresses mechanical system requirements including ventilation, ductwork, and equipment specifications. Refer to the official code text for complete requirements.
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Code sections are sourced from the International Code Council (ICC) and NFPA. Refer to ICC Digital Codes or NFPA for the authoritative source documents.