Exception 2: Existing buildings undergoing repair,
alterations, or additions and changes of occupancy shall be permitted
to comply with the Maryland Building Rehabilitation Code as set forth
in COMAR Title 5, Subtitle 16.
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101.4.5. Fire prevention. Fire protection and safety
practices shall be deemed to include the requirements of the Fire
Code of the State of Maryland. The provisions of the Fire Code of
the State of Maryland shall govern in all matters in which they are
applicable and shall supersede the requirements of the IBC in all
cases.
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14.
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Outbuildings (non-habitable) for verifiable agricultural use
on agriculturally zoned parcels of five acres or more.
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15.
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Tents and membrane structures that are open sided, with no cooking
facilities contained within, for use less than 180 days, up to 2,400
square feet are exempt from permits.
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16.
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Flagpoles 20 feet and under are exempt from permits.
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SECTION 113 APPEALS
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113.1 General. In order to hear and decide the
appeals of orders, decisions, or determinations of the Code Official
relative to the application and interpretation of this code, there
shall be an administrative policy created for such an appeal by the
Department of Planning and Growth Management. This policy and procedure
will be maintained by the Department of Planning and Growth Management.
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113.2 A written application for appeal shall be
based on a claim that the true intent of this code or the rules legally
adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpreted by the Code Official.
The appeal of the order, decision, or determination of the Code Official
will be processed in writing through the Chief of Codes, Permits and
Inspection Services, to the Director of Planning and Growth Management.
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114.5 Public utility easement. No building or structure
shall be erected upon any public easement. For the purpose of this
subsection, a public utility easement shall be a parcel of land on
which a limited right-of-way is provided for one or more designated
purposes, such as but not limited to water, sewer, gas, electric,
or telephone, without the title of the land.
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504.1 Automatic sprinkler system increase. For
buildings protected throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler
system installed in accordance with IBC Section 903.3.1.1, the value
specified in Table 504 for maximum height is increased by 20 feet
(6,096 mm), and the maximum number of stories is increased by one
story. When the building is equipped throughout with an automatic
sprinkler system installed in accordance with IBC Section 903.3.1.2
for Groups R-1, R-2, R-4, and in accordance with IBC Section 903.3.1.3
for Group R-3, the building height limitations specified in Table
504 are increased by one story and 20 feet (6,096 mm) but may not
exceed a height of four stories and 60 feet (18,288 mm) above the
grade plane. These increases are permitted in addition to the area
increase.
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3.
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In occupancies in R-3 as applicable in IBC 101.2, within dwelling
units in occupancies in Group R-2, as applicable in IBC Section 101.2
and in occupancies in Group U which are accessory to an occupancy
in Group R-3, the maximum riser height shall be 8 1/4 inches
(210 mm) and the minimum tread depth shall be nine inches (229 mm).
The minimum winder tread depth at the walk line shall be nine inches
(229 mm), and the minimum winder tread depth shall be six inches (152
mm). A nosing not less than 3/4 inch (19 mm) but not more than 1 1/4
inches (32 mm) shall be provided on stairways with solid risers where
the tread depth is less than 11 inches (279 mm).
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Exception 2: For occupancies in Group R-3 as applicable
in IBC Section 101.2 and within dwelling units in occupancies Group
R-2 as applicable in IBC Section 101.2, the grip portion of handrails
shall have a circular cross-section of 1.25 inches (32 mm) minimum
to 2.625 inches (66.7 mm) maximum. Other shapes that provide an equivalent
grasping surface are permissible. Edges shall have a minimum radius
of 0.125 inch (3.2 mm).
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2701.1 Scope. For the applicable electrical requirements,
refer to the National Electrical Code as adopted and enforced by the
State Fire Marshal, authorized fire officials, or building officials
pursuant to the provisions of the Public Safety Article, Title 12,
Subtitle 6, Annotated Code of Maryland and known as the "Charles County
Electrical Code."
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Exception 3: Existing buildings undergoing repair,
alterations, additions, and change of occupancy shall be permitted
to comply with the Maryland Building Rehabilitation Code.
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11.
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Pre-made residential use storage sheds 200 square feet or less
for nonautomotive storage that are delivered totally assembled shall
not be required to provide footings and foundations below the frost
line.
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12.
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Radio and television towers for one- and two-family dwellings
may be erected without a building permit.
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R109.1.5.2 Footing inspection for decks. Footing
inspection will now be required for all deck applications.
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R109.1.5.3 Preliminary inspections. For all fire,
wind, water, earthquake damage repairs, a preliminary inspection by
the Building Code Official will be required for determining the status
of the existing building before the rebuild can begin.
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R110.6 Sale of one- or two-family dwelling. Prior
to the consummation of the same (settlement) of any new one- or two-family
dwelling, there shall be an inspection of the unit and premises by
the Code Official and a certificate of use and occupancy issued or
a list of the violations or deficiencies requiring correction prior
to issuance of such certificate. At the time of consummation of such
sale, the certificate of use and occupancy, or a list of the deficiencies
or violations which remain to be corrected prior to issuance of such
certificate, shall be presented to the buyer. Unless contractually
relieved of such responsibility, the seller shall be responsible for
correction of any violations or deficiencies necessary for the certificate
to be issued. When a certificate of use and occupancy has not been
issued prior to consummation of the sale, there shall be required
a separate written contractual agreement indicating responsibility
for correction of all deficiencies or violations cited by the Code
Official by a date certain. The provisions of this subsection are
not applicable when a new dwelling unit is purchased for resale as
a new dwelling unit.
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COMPLETE LOAD PATH. A system of wood structural
panels, metal connectors, tie rods or engineer design that provides
a continuous connection of all exterior framing components from the
roof of the building to the foundation capable of resisting wind uplift
forces generated by the design wind speed as adjusted for the exposure
category.
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Ground Snow Load = 25 psf
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Wind = 115 mph
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Seismic Design Criteria = A
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Weathering = Severe
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Frost Line Depth = 24 inches
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Termite = Moderate to Heavy
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Decay = Slight to Moderate
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Winter Design Temperature = 13° F.
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Ice Barrier Underlayment Required = Yes
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Air Freezing Index = 308
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Mean Annual Temperature = 55.9° F.
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R310.1 Emergency escape and rescue required. Every
sleeping room shall have at least one openable emergency escape and
rescue window or exterior door opening for emergency escape and rescue.
If openings are provided as a means of escape and rescue, they shall
have a sill height of not more than 44 inches (1,118 mm) above the
adjacent interior surface. If a door opening having a threshold below
the adjacent ground elevation serves as an emergency escape and rescue
opening and is provided with a bulkhead enclosure, the bulkhead enclosure
shall comply with Section R310.3. The net clear opening dimensions
required by this section shall be obtained by the normal operation
of the window or door opening from the inside. Escape and rescue window
openings with a finished sill height below the adjacent ground elevation
shall be provided with a window well in accordance with Section R310.2.
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R311.7.5 Stair treads and risers. The maximum riser
height shall be 8 1/4 inches (210 mm) and the minimum tread depth
shall be nine inches (299 mm). The riser height shall be measured
vertically between leading edges of the adjacent treads. The tread
depth shall be measured horizontally between the vertical planes of
the foremost projection of adjacent treads and at a right angle to
the treads' leading edge. The walking face of treads and landings
of a stairway shall be sloped no steeper than one unit vertical in
48 units horizontal (2% slope). The greatest riser height within any
flight of stairs shall not exceed the smallest by more than 3/8 inch
(9.5 mm). The greatest tread depth within any flight of stairs shall
not exceed the smallest by more than 3/8 inch (9.5 mm). Winder treads
shall have a minimum tread depth of nine inches (229 mm) measured
at a point 12 inches (305 mm) from the side where the treads are narrower.
Winder treads shall have a minimum tread depth of six inches (152
mm) at any point.
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Exception: A nosing is not required if the tread
depth is a minimum of 10 inches.
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R311.7.8 Handrails. Handrails shall be provided
on at least one side of stairways consisting of three or more risers.
Handrails shall have a minimum height of 34 inches (864 mm) and a
maximum height of 38 inches (965 mm) measured vertically from the
nosing of the treads. All required handrails shall be continuous the
full length of the stairs from a point directly above the top riser
to a point directly above the lowest riser of the stairway. The ends
of the handrail shall be returned into a wall or shall terminate in
newel posts or safety terminals. A minimum clear space of 1 1/2
inches (38 mm) shall be provided between the wall and the handrail.
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Exceptions:
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1.
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Handrails shall be permitted to be interrupted by a newel post
at a turn.
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2.
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The use of a volute, turnout, or starting easing shall be allowed
over the lowest tread.
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Exception: An automatic residential fire sprinkler
system shall not be required for additions or alterations to existing
buildings that are not already provided with an automatic residential
sprinkler system; unless the proposed addition results in an increase
in the existing square footage of the structure by more than 50%,
or if the alteration will involve more than 70% of the existing square
footage.
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The square footage of every room being added or altered shall
be included in the calculation of total square footage for the addition
or alteration. The entire square footage of an individual room shall
be considered added or altered when more than 50% of the total linear
length of a room, is new, removed, or replaced. If the addition exceeds
50% or the alteration exceeds 70%, it will be classified as a new
single-family dwelling and be permitted, reviewed and inspected as
such.
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In the portion of Charles County designated as the "Area of
Special Geotechnical Consideration" per the Planning and Growth Management
map entitled "Area of Geotechnical Concern," all soils and foundation
support shall be removed to a minimum depth of four feet below the
final finished grade. The minimum footing depths shall be as determined
by this code. Soil removed shall not be used as backfill for foundation
walls or other structural fill. No large trees or woody vegetation
with large root systems shall be located such that the drip zone for
the tree is within five feet of the foundation wall. Applicants may
provide a geotechnical report prepared by a professional engineer
licensed in the State of Maryland in lieu of complying with the above
requirements. All recommendations provided in the geotechnical report
shall be incorporated as part of the permit and become a permit condition.
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All exterior footing or foundations located in the portion of
Charles County designated as the "Area of Special Geotechnical Consideration"
per the Planning and Growth Management map entitled "Area of Geotechnical
Concern," shall extend to a minimum of four feet below the finished
grade.
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Applicants may provide a geotechnical report prepared by a professional
engineer licensed in the State of Maryland in lieu of complying with
the above requirements. All recommendations provided in the geotechnical
report shall be incorporated as part of the permit and become a permit
condition.
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SECTION 3401 GENERAL
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3401.1 Scope. The provisions of the Maryland Building
Rehabilitation Code shall control the repairs, modifications, reconstruction,
additions, and changes in occupancy to existing buildings.
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SECTION 3402 VACANT COMMERCIAL STRUCTURES
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3402.1 Scope. This section is to protect the public
health, safety and welfare in all existing vacant commercial structures;
fixing the responsibility of owners; and providing for administration,
enforcement and penalties.
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3402.2 Intent. Existing structures and premises
that do not comply with these provisions shall be altered or repaired
to provide a minimum level of health and safety as required herein.
All vacant structures and premises thereof or vacant land shall be
maintained in a clean, safe, secure and sanitary condition as provided
herein so as not to cause a blighting problem or adversely affect
the public health and safety.
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3402.3 Existing remedies. The provisions in this
code shall not be construed to abolish or impair existing remedies
of the jurisdiction or its officers or agencies relating to the removal
or demolition of any structure which is dangerous, unsafe and unsanitary.
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3402.4 Saving clause. This code shall not affect
violations of any other ordinance, code or regulation existing prior
to the effective date hereof, and any such violation shall be governed
and shall continue to be punishable to the full extent of the law
under the provisions of these ordinances, codes or regulations in
effect at the time the violation was committed.
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SECTION 3403 NOTICES AND ORDERS
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3403.1 Notice to owner or to person or persons responsible. Whenever the Code Official determines that there has been a violation
of this Code or has grounds to believe that a violation has occurred,
notice shall be given to the owner or the person or persons responsible.
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3403.2 Form. Such notice shall:
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1.
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Be in writing;
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2.
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Include a description of the real estate sufficient for identification;
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3.
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Include a statement of the reason or reasons why the notice
is being issued; and
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4.
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Include a correction order allowing a reasonable time for the
repairs.
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3403.3 Method of service. Such notice shall be
deemed to be properly served if a copy thereof is (a) delivered to
the owner personally; or (b) sent by certified or registered mail
addressed to the owner at the last known address with return receipt
requested. If the certified or registered letter is returned showing
that the letter was not delivered, a copy thereof shall be posted
in a conspicuous place in or about the structure affected by such
notice. Service of such notice in the foregoing manner upon the owner's
agent or upon the person responsible for the structure shall constitute
service of notice upon the owner.
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3403.4 Transfer of ownership. It shall be unlawful
for the owner of any structure who has received a compliance order
or upon whom a notice of violation has been served to sell, transfer,
mortgage, lease or otherwise dispose of another until the provisions
of the compliance order or notice of violation have been complied
with, or until such owner shall first furnish the grantee, transferee,
mortgagee or lessee a true copy of any compliance order or notice
of violation issued by the Code Official and shall furnish to the
Code Official a signed and notarized statement from the grantee, transferee,
mortgagee or lessee, acknowledging the receipt of such compliance
order or notice of violation and fully accepting the responsibility
without condition for making the corrections or repairs required by
such compliance order or notice of violation.
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3403.5 Closing of vacant structures. If the structure
is vacant and unfit for human habitation and occupancy, and is not
in danger of structural collapse, the Code Official is authorized
to post a placard of condemnation on the premises and order the structure
closed up so as not to be an attractive nuisance. Upon failure of
the owner to close up the premises within the time specified in the
order, the Code Official shall cause the premises to be closed through
any available public agency or by contract or arrangement by private
persons and the cost thereof shall be charged against the real estate
upon which the structure is located and shall be a lien upon such
real estate.
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3403.6 Notice. Whenever the Code Official has condemned
a structure under provisions of this section, notice shall be posted
in a conspicuous place in or about the structure affected by such
notice and served on the owner or the person or persons responsible
for the structure.
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3403.7 Placarding. Upon failure of the owner or
person responsible to comply with the notice provisions within the
time given, the Code Official shall post on the premises a placard
bearing the word "Condemned" and a statement of the penalties provided
for occupying the premises or removing the placard.
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3403.8 Prohibited occupancy. Any person who shall
occupy a placarded premises and any owner or any person responsible
for the premises who shall let anyone occupy a placarded premises
shall be liable for the penalties provided by this code.
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3403.9 Removal of placard. The Code Official shall
remove the condemnation placard whenever the defect or defects upon
which the condemnation and placarding action were based have been
eliminated. Any person who defaces or removes a condemnation placard
without the approval of the code official shall be subject to the
penalties provided by the code.
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SECTION 3404 DEMOLITION
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3404.1 General. The Code Official shall order the
owner of any premises upon such that it is unreasonable to secure
from casual entry, meaning windows and doors boarded per Appendix
A of the 2012 IPMC, and trash and debris removed within 30 days of
the date of the notice from the Code Official, repair the structure,
to raze and remove such structure within 90 days; or if such structure
is capable of being made safe by repairs, to repair and make safe
and sanitary within 90 days of the notice or to raze and remove at
the owner's option; or where there has been a cessation of normal
construction of any structure for a period of more than six months,
to raze and remove such structure within 90 days of the date of the
notice.
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3404.2 Order. All notices and orders shall comply
with Section 3410.
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3404.3 Failure to comply. If the owner of a premises
fails to comply with a demolition order within the time prescribed,
the Code Official shall cause the structure to be razed and removed,
either through an available public agency or by contract or arrangement
with private persons, and the cost of such razing and removal shall
be charged against the real estate upon which the structure is located
and shall be a lien upon such real estate.
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3404.4 Salvage materials. When any structure has
been ordered razed and was removed through the Code Official due to
the owner's failure to comply, the governing body or other designated
officer under said contract or arrangement aforesaid shall have the
right to sell the salvage and valuable materials at the highest price
obtainable. The net proceeds of such sale, after deducting the expenses
of such razing and removal, shall be promptly remitted with a report
of such sale or transaction, including the items of expense and the
amounts deducted, for the person who is entitled thereto, subject
to any order of a court. If such surplus does not remain to be turned
over, the report shall so state.
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SECTION 3405 EXTERIOR STRUCTURE
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3405.1 General. The exterior of a structure shall
be maintained in good repair, structurally sound and sanitary so as
not to pose a threat to the public health, safety or welfare.
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3405.2 Failure to comply. If the owner of a premises
fails to comply with a repair order within 90 days, the Code Official
shall cause the structure to be repaired, either through an available
public agency or by contract or arrangement with private persons,
and the cost of such repair shall be charged against the real estate
upon which the structure is located and shall be a lien upon such
real estate.
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3405.3 Exterior painting. All wood and metal surfaces,
including but not limited to, window frames, doors, door frames, cornices,
porches and trim, shall be maintained in good condition. Peeling,
flaking and chipped paint shall be eliminated and surfaces repainted.
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3405.4 Street numbers. Each structure to which
a street number has been assigned shall have such number displayed
in a position easily observed and readable from the public right-of-way.
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3405.5 Structural members. All structural members
shall be maintained free from deterioration, and shall be capable
of safely supporting the imposed dead and live loads.
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3405.6 Foundation walls. All foundation walls shall
be maintained plumb and free from open cracks and breaks and shall
be kept in such condition so as to prevent the entry of rats.
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3405.7 Exterior walls. All exterior walls shall
be free from holes, breaks, loose or rotting materials; and maintained
weatherproof and properly surface coated where required to prevent
deterioration.
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3405.8 Roofs and drainage. The roof and flashing
shall be sound, tight, and not have defects that admit rain. Roof
drainage shall be adequate to prevent dampness or deterioration in
the walls or interior portion of the structure. Roof drains, gutters,
and down spouts shall be maintained in good repair and free from obstructions.
Roof water shall not be discharged in a manner that creates a public
nuisance.
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3405.9 Decorative features. All cornices, belt
courses, corbels, terra cotta trim, wall facings and similar decorative
features shall be maintained in good repair with proper anchorage
and in safe condition.
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3405.10 Overhang extensions. All canopies, marquees,
signs, metal awnings, fire escapes, standpipes, exhaust ducts and
similar overhang extensions shall be maintained in good repair and
be properly anchored so as to be kept in a sound condition. When required,
all exposed surfaces of metal or wood shall be protected from the
elements and against decay or rust by periodic application of weather
coating materials, such as paint or similar surface treatment.
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3405.11 Stair and walking surfaces. Every stair,
ramp, balcony, porch, deck or other walking surface shall be kept
in a sound condition.
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3405.12 Stairways, decks, porches and balconies. Every exterior stairway, deck, porch and balcony, and all appurtenances
attached thereto, shall be maintained structurally sound, in good
repair, with proper anchorage and capable of supporting the imposed
loads.
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3405.13 Chimneys and towers. All chimneys, cooling
towers, smoke stacks, and similar appurtenances shall be maintained
structurally safe and sound, and in good repair. All exposed surfaces
of metal or wood shall be protected from the elements and against
decay or rust by periodic application of weather-coating materials,
such as paint or similar surface treatment.
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3405.14 Handrails and guards. Every handrail and
guard shall be firmly fastened and capable of supporting normally
imposed loads and shall be maintained in good condition.
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3405.15 Window and door frames. Every window, door
and frame shall be kept in sound condition, good repair and weathertight.
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3405.15.1 Glazing. All glazing materials shall
be maintained free from cracks and holes.
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3405.15.2 Openable windows. Every window, other
than a fixed window, shall be easily openable and capable of being
held in position by window hardware.
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3405.16 Doors. All exterior doors and hardware
shall be maintained in good condition.
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3405.17 Basement hatchways. Every basement hatchway
shall be maintained to prevent the entrance of rats, rain, and surface
drainage water.
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3405.18 Guards for basement windows. Every basement
window that is openable shall be supplied with rat proof shields,
storm windows or other approved protection against entry of rats.
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4.
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See the Maryland Building Rehabilitation Code as set forth in
COMAR Title 5, Subtitle 16, for the replacement of existing stairways.
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3.
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Existing buildings undergoing repair, alterations or additions,
and change of occupancy shall be permitted to comply with the Maryland
Building Rehabilitation Code.
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AG105.1.2 Aboveground pools.
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1.
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The terrain under an aboveground pool shall be graded flat.
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2.
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This level grading shall extend three feet beyond the pool assembly;
including the pool barrier/fence/deck perimeter, and/or outermost
point of the pool assembly.
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3.
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Measurements shall be taken perpendicular to the outermost points
of the barrier/fence/deck; around the entire pool assembly.
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4.
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Any decking that is integrated to the pool design, shall be
considered part of the pool assembly when calculating this condition.
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R109.1.5.2 Energy efficiency. The dwelling shall
be inspected to determine compliance with the Maryland Energy Conservation
Building Standards and compliance with Chapter 11, Energy Efficiency.
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SECTION 109 APPEALS
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109.1 General. In order to hear and decide the
appeals of orders, decisions, or determinations of the Code Official
relative to the application and interpretation of this code, there
shall be an administrative policy created for such an appeal by the
Department of Planning and Growth Management. This policy and procedure
will be maintained by the Department of Planning and Growth Management.
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109.2 A written application for appeal shall be
based on a claim that the true intent of this code or the rules legally
adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpreted by the Code Official.
The appeal of the order, decision, or determination of the Code Official
will be processed in writing through the Chief of Codes, Permits and
Inspection Services, to the Director of Planning and Growth Management.
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SECTION 109 APPEALS
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109.1 In order to hear and decide the appeals of
orders, decisions, or determinations of the Code Official relative
to the application and interpretation of this code, there shall be
an administrative policy created for such an appeal by the Department
of Planning and Growth Management. This policy and procedure will
be maintained by the Department of Planning and Growth Management.
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109.2 A written application for appeal shall be
based on a claim that the true intent of this code or the rules legally
adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpreted by the Code Official.
The appeal of the order, decision, or determination of the Code Official
will be processed in writing through the Chief of Codes, Permits and
Inspection Services, to the Director of Planning and Growth Management.
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SECTION 109 APPEALS
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109.1 General. In order to hear and decide the
appeals of orders, decisions, or determinations of the Code Official
relative to the application and interpretation of this code, there
shall be an administrative policy created for such an appeal by the
Department of Planning and Growth Management. This policy and procedure
will be maintained by the Department of Planning and Growth Management.
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109.2 A written application for appeal shall be
based on a claim that the true intent of this code or the rules legally
adopted there under have been incorrectly interpreted by the Code
Official. The appeal of the order, decision, or determination of the
code official will be processed in writing through the Chief of Codes,
Permits and Inspection Services, to the Director of Planning and Growth
Management.
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SECTION C109 APPEALS
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C109.1 In order to hear and decide the appeals
of orders, decisions, or determinations of the Code Official relative
to the application and interpretation of this Code, there shall be
an administrative policy created for such an appeal by the Department
of Planning and Growth Management. This policy and procedure will
be maintained by the Department of Planning and Growth Management.
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109.2 A written application for appeal shall be
based on a claim that the true intent of this Code or the rules legally
adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpreted by the Code Official.
The appeal of the order, decision, or determination of the Code Official
will be processed in writing through the Chief of Codes, Permits and
Inspection Services, to the Director of Planning and Growth Management.
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SECTION 109 APPEALS
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109.1 In order to hear and decide the appeals of
orders, decisions, or determinations of the Code Official relative
to the application and interpretation of this code, there shall be
an administrative policy created for such an appeal by the Department
of Planning and Growth Management. This policy and procedure will
be maintained by the Department of Planning and Growth Management.
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109.2 A written application for appeal shall be
based on a claim that the true intent of this code or the rules legally
adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpreted by the Code Official.
The appeal of the order, decision, or determination of the Code Official
will be processed in writing through the Chief of Codes, Permits and
Inspection Services, to the Director of Planning and Growth Management.
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Table R402.3.3
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Minimum Projection Factor Required by Orientation for
SHGC Exception
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Orientation
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Projection Factor
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North
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>=0.40a
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South
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>=0.20
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East
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>=0.50
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West
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>=0.50
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3.
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Anchor bolts attaching sole plates of interior GB braced wall
panels (R602.10) can be replaced with an approved anchorage method
with at least 200 plf lateral and 150 plf uplift when all the following
conditions are met:
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3.1.
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The basic wind speed in accordance with Figure R301.2(4)A does
not exceed 115 mph.
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3.2.
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The seismic design category is A or B; and
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3.3.
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The GB braced wall panels are not part of the exterior wall.
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1.
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Where the floor area within the air barrier of a dwelling unit
is at least 1,500 square feet, and where the natural draft or mechanical
draft space or water-heating appliances are not located within the
air barrier.
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2.
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Where the floor area within the air barrier of a dwelling unit
is at least 3,000 square feet, and where the natural draft space or
water-heating appliances are not located within the air barrier.
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3.
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Where all appliances in the house are sealed combustion, power-vent,
unvented or electric.
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