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BUILDING CODE AND RELATED EXCERPTS OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF CHICAGO
DIVISION 1 - ADMINISTRATION
DIVISION 2 - DEFINITIONS
DIVISION 3 - USE AND OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATIONS
DIVISION 4 - SPECIAL DETAILED REQUIREMENTS BASED ON USE AND OCCUPANCY
DIVISION 5 - GENERAL BUILDING HEIGHTS AND AREAS
DIVISION 6 - TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION
DIVISION 7 - FIRE-RESISTANCE-RATED CONSTRUCTION
DIVISION 8 - INTERIOR FINISHES (NA)
DIVISION 9 - FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS
DIVISION 10 - MEANS OF EGRESS
DIVISION 11 - ACCESSIBILITY
DIVISION 12 - INTERIOR ENVIRONMENT
DIVISION 13 - ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
DIVISION 14 - EXTERIOR WALLS (NA)
DIVISION 15 - ROOF ASSEMBLIES AND ROOFTOP STRUCTURES (NA)
DIVISION 16 - STRUCTURAL DESIGN
DIVISION 17 - STRUCTURAL TESTS AND SPECIAL INSPECTIONS
DIVISION 18 - SOILS AND FOUNDATIONS
DIVISION 19 - CONCRETE
DIVISION 20 - ALUMINUM (NA)
DIVISION 21 - MASONRY
DIVISION 22 - STEEL
DIVISION 23 - WOOD
DIVISION 24 - GLASS AND GLAZING (NA)
DIVISION 25 - GYPSUM BOARD AND PLASTER (NA)
DIVISION 26 - PLASTIC (NA)
DIVISION 27 - ELECTRICAL
DIVISION 28 - MECHANICAL SYSTEMS
CHAPTER 18-28 MECHANICAL SYSTEMS*
Article I. Administration (18-28-101 et seq.)
Article II. Definitions (18-28-201 et seq.)
Article III. General Regulations (18-28-301 et seq.)
Article IV. Ventilation (18-28-401 et seq.)
Article V. Exhaust Systems (18-28-501 et seq.)
Article VI. Duct Systems (18-28-601 et seq.)
Article VII. Combustion Air (18-28-701 et seq.)
Article VIII. Chimneys and Vents (18-28-801 et seq.)
18-28-801 General.
18-28-801.1 Scope.
18-28-801.2 General.
18-28-801.2.1 Oil-fired appliances.
18-28-801.3 Masonry chimneys
18-28-801.4 Positive flow.
18-28-801.5 Design.
18-28-801.6 Minimum size of chimney or vent.
18-28-801.7 Solid fuel appliance flues.
18-28-801.8 Abandoned inlet openings.
18-28-801.9 Positive pressure.
18-28-801.10 Connection to fireplace.
18-28-801.10.1 Closure and access.
18-28-801.10.2 Connection to factory-built fireplace flue.
18-28-801.10.3 Connection to masonry fireplace flue.
18-28-801.11 Multiple solid fuel prohibited.
18-28-801.12 Chimney entrance.
18-28-801.13 Cleanouts.
18-28-801.14 Connections to exhauster.
18-28-801.15 Fuel-fired appliances.
18-28-801.16 Flue lining.
18-28-801.16.1 Residential and low-heat appliances (general).
18-28-801.17 Space around lining.
18-28-801.18 Existing chimneys and vents.
18-28-801.18.1 Size.
18-28-801.18.2 Flue passageways.
18-28-801.18.3 Cleanout.
18-28-801.18.4 Clearances.
18-28-801.19 Multistory prohibited.
18-28-802 Vents.
18-28-802.1 General.
18-28-802.2 Vent application.
18-28-802.3 Installation.
18-28-802.4 Vent termination caps required.
18-28-802.5 Type L vent terminations.
18-28-802.6 Minimum vent heights.
18-28-802.7 Support of vents.
18-28-802.8 Installation shield.
18-28-803 Connectors.
18-28-803.1 Connectors required.
18-28-803.2 Location.
18-28-803.3 Size.
18-28-803.4 Branch connectors.
18-28-803.5 Manual dampers.
18-28-803.6 Automatic dampers.
18-28-803.7 Connectors serving two or more appliances.
18-28-803.8 Vent connector construction.
18-28-803.9 Chimney connector construction.
18-28-803.10 Installation.
18-28-803.10.1 Supports and joints.
18-28-803.10.2 Length.
18-28-803.10.3 Connection.
18-28-803.10.4 Connector pass-through.
18-28-803.10.5 Pitch.
18-28-803.10.6 Clearances.
18-28-804 Direct-Vent, Integral Vent, Mechanical Vent and Ventilation/Exhaust Hood Venting.
18-28-804.1 Direct-vent terminations.
18-28-804.2 Appliances with integral vents.
18-28-804.2.1 Terminal clearances.
18-28-804.3 Mechanical draft systems.
18-28-804.3.1 Forced draft systems.
18-28-804.3.2 Automatic shutoff.
18-28-804.3.3 Termination.
18-28-804.3.4 Horizontal terminations.
18-28-804.3.5 Vertical terminations.
18-28-804.3.6 Exhauster connections.
18-28-804.3.7 Exhauster sizing.
18-28-805 Factory Built Chimneys.
18-28-805.1 Listing.
18-28-805.2 Solid fuel appliances.
18-28-805.3 Factory-built fireplaces.
18-28-805.4 Support.
18-28-805.5 Medium-heat appliances.
18-28-805.6 Decorative shrouds.
18-28-806 Metal Chimneys.
18-28-806.1 General.
18-28-807 Engine Generator Exhaust Systems.
18-28-807.1.
18-28-807.1.1.
18-28-807.1.2.
18-28-807.1.3.
18-28-807.1.4.
18-28-807.1.5.
18-28-807.1.6.
18-28-807.2 Exhaust systems termination.
Article IX. Specific Appliances, Fireplaces and Solid Fuel-Burning Equipment (18-28-901 et seq.)
Article X. Boilers, Water Heaters and Pressure Vessels (18-28-1001 et seq.)
Article XI. Refrigeration (18-28-1101 et seq.)
Article XII. Hydronic Piping (18-28-1200 et seq.)
Article XIII. Fuel Oil Piping and Storage (18-28-1301 et seq.)
Article XIV. Fuel-Gas Piping (18-28-1401 et seq.)
Article XV. Solar Systems (18-28-1501 et seq.)
DIVISION 29 - PLUMBING SYSTEMS
DIVISION 30 - ELEVATORS AND CONVEYING SYSTEMS
DIVISION 31 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION (NA)
DIVISION 32 - ENCROACHMENTS INTO THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY
DIVISION 33 - SAFEGUARDS DURING CONSTRUCTION
DIVISION 34 - EXISTING STRUCTURES
DIVISION 35 - REFERENCED STANDARDS

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18-28-807.1.
   This section applies to venting of the products of combustion of stationary combustion engines and gas turbines.
18-28-807.1.1.
   Engine generator exhaust systems shall be designed and constructed such that the system can withstand the anticipated exhaust gas temperature.
18-28-807.1.2.
   Exhaust systems shall include provisions to prevent damage caused by ignition of unburned fuel.
18-28-807.1.3.
   Low points of exhaust systems shall have suitable drains.
18-28-807.1.4.
   Exhaust systems shall be connected to the engine to prevent the escape of sparks, flame or flue gas within the structure.
18-28-807.1.5.
   Where necessary, engine generator exhaust systems shall have one or more flexible connectors to minimize the possibility of a leak in the engine exhaust system because of engine vibration or thermal expansion.
18-28-807.1.6.
   Exhaust systems shall be metal, masonry, or factory built chimney.
18-28-807.2  Exhaust systems termination.
   The exit terminal of an engine generator exhaust system shall be located as follows:
   1.   Not less than 15 feet above any forced air inlet or operable window located within 20 feet horizontally on the same or adjacent buildings.
   2.   Not less than 10 feet from an adjacent building and not less than 8 feet above grade where located adjacent to a public walkway.
   3.   The exit terminal shall be so arranged that flue gases are not directed to buildings within 20 feet and are directed so as not to jeopardize people.
   4.   Through-the-wall engine exhaust systems shall not terminate in an area where condensate, vapor, or odor could create a nuisance or hazard.
   5.   Where necessary, exhaust systems shall be shielded to prevent personnel burns.
Article IX.  Specific Appliances, Fireplaces and Solid Fuel-Burning Equipment (18-28-901 et seq.)
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