Adoption Info of Georgia Building Services Piping Code, 2014
- ASME B31.9-2014 (Building Services Piping) with Georgia-specific amendments
Effective Dates
- January 1, 2014 – Present
Adopts with Amendments
- ASME B31.9-2014 (Building Services Piping)
Scope
- The Georgia Building Services Piping Code applies to the design, construction, inspection, and testing of piping systems in commercial, institutional, and residential buildings for services such as heating, cooling, water supply, and other utilities. This code ensures that building service piping systems are safe, reliable, and compliant with performance standards for handling various fluids under pressure.
Exception #1: Low-pressure systems operating below a specified threshold may follow alternative design criteria, subject to local jurisdiction approval.
Exception #2: Temporary piping systems used during construction or renovation may be governed by separate construction standards and may not need to meet full ASME B31.9 requirements.
CODE REFERENCE GUIDE
| Area | Primary | Supplement |
|---|---|---|
| Piping Design and Installation | ASME B31.9 | NONE |
| Pressure and Temperature Ratings | ASME B31.9 | NONE |
| Materials and Specifications | ASME B31.9 | NONE |
| Welding and Joining Methods | ASME B31.9 | NONE |
| Testing and Inspection | ASME B31.9 | NONE |
| Corrosion Protection | ASME B31.9 | NONE |
| Water Supply and Drainage | ASME B31.9 | IPC |
| HVAC and Refrigeration Piping | ASME B31.9 | IMC |
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