Section 707.5, Continuity, of the IBC, is hereby amended by adding the following exception #4:
Section 707.5 Continuity exception
4. Shafts required to be constructed as per section 713.3.2 having exterior walls that are not required to be fire rated per section 707.4 shall be permitted to be constructed of materials permitted by the building type of construction so long as a complete non-combustible separation of 2 hours is provided between the shaft and adjoining structure. In addition, the provisions of section 1023.7 shall be met.