18-29-305.8 Protection against physical damage.

   In concealed locations where piping other than cast-iron or galvanized steel is installed through holes or notches in studs, joists, rafters or similar members less than 1 1/2 inches (40 mm) from the nearest edge of the member, the pipe shall be protected by shield plates. Protective shield plates shall be a minimum of 1/16 inches (1.6 mm) thick steel, shall cover the area of the pipe where the member is notched or bored, and shall extend a minimum of 2 inches (50 mm) above sole plates and below top plates.

18-29-305.9 Protection of components of plumbing system.

   Components of a plumbing system installed along alleyways, driveways, parking garages or other locations exposed to damage shall be recessed into the wall or otherwise protected in an approved manner.

18-29-306 Trenching, Excavation and Backfill.

18-29-306.1 Support of piping.

   Buried piping shall be supported throughout its entire length.

18-29-306.2 Trenching and bedding.

   Where trenches are excavated such that the bottom of the trench forms the bed for the pipe, solid and continuous loadbearing support shall be provided between joints. Bell holes, hub holes and coupling holes shall be provided at points where the pipe is joined. Such pipe shall not be supported on blocks to grade. In instances where the material manufacturer's installation instructions are more restrictive than those prescribed by this chapter, the material shall be installed in accordance with the more restrictive requirement.

(Amend Coun. J. 10-14-21, p. 37722, Art. III, § 9)