Updated : 04/22/2024
Overview
Pennsylvania enforces a mandatory state code; The Uniform Construction Code. Link to PA Building Codes.
Helpful resources for Thornhurst Township, Pennsylvania include the following.Updated : 04/22/2024
Pennsylvania enforces a mandatory state code; The Uniform Construction Code. Link to PA Building Codes.
Helpful resources for Thornhurst Township, Pennsylvania include the following.Thornhurst Township adopted the 2015 IRC, statewide. Note that adoptions usually come with amendments. So, it is important to review those amendments in addition to the unamended model code.
You can find a copy of the model code here.
You can find information about the adoption without amendment to the model code here.No results were located with the automated search.
Drip Edge: yes
While no formal online code was located regarding an ice barrier, Kim Grab, Secretary for Thornhurst Township, PA confirmed it is required by providing the following table. (Per email dated 10/8/20.)
Table 301.2(1) Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria
Ground Snow Load: 50
Wind Design: Speed – 50 mph, Topographic Effects – Yes, Special Wind Region – No, Wind-Borne Debris Zone – No
Seismic Design Category: B
Subject to Damage From: Weathering – Severe, Frost Line Depth – 48", Termite – Yes
Winter Design Temp: 5º F
Ice Barrier Underlayment Required: Yes
Air Freezing Index: 2000
Thornhurst Township adopted the 2015 IBC, statewide. Note that adoptions usually come with amendments. So, it is important to review those amendments in addition to the unamended model code.
You can find a copy of the code here.You can find information about the adoption without amendment to the model code here.No results were located with the automated search.
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