Oregon Standpipe and Hose System Installation Code 2016 Adoption Info
Official title 2016 Oregon Low-rise Residential Fire Sprinkler Installation Code
Effective dates October 1, 2016 – September 30, 2019
Adopts with amendments NFPA 13R, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Low-Rise Residential Occupancies 2013 Edition
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.
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Oregon Low-rise Residential Fire Sprinkler Installation Code 2019
The 2016 Oregon Low-rise Residential Fire Sprinkler Installation Code adopts the NFPA 13R, 2013 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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