Oregon Low-rise Residential Fire Sprinkler Installation Code 2019 Adoption Info
Official title 2019 Oregon Low-rise Residential Fire Sprinkler Installation Code
Effective dates October 1, 2019 – Present
Adopts with amendments NFPA 13R, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Low-Rise Residential Occupancies 2016 Edition
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Oregon One- and Two-Family Dwelling Fire Sprinkler Installation Code 2019
Overview The NFPA 13R standard provides guidelines for the design and installation of automatic fire sprinkler systems in low-rise residential buildings, including apartments, condominiums, and other residential occupancies up to four stories. It focuses on life safety and property protection, ensuring effective fire suppression with minimal water damage.
The 2019 Oregon Low-rise Residential Fire Sprinkler Installation Code adopts the NFPA 13R, 2016 Edition, with specific amendments tailored to Oregon’s unique conditions. These modifications ensure that fire sprinkler systems in Oregon’s low-rise residential buildings are designed and installed to provide optimal fire protection, considering the local environmental and safety requirements.
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