14X-8-803.4 Large residential buildings.

Buildings of Group R (residential) occupancy that contain more than 100 dwelling units or sleeping units or that are high-rise buildings must be provided with permanent cooling and dehumidification equipment capable of maintaining a room temperature of 75ºF (24ºC) and 50 percent relative humidity in at least one indoor common gathering space when the outdoor temperature is 92ºF (33ºC) and the mean coincident wet bulb temperature is 74ºF (23ºC).

Exception: Prior to May 1, 2024, portable equipment may be used to meet this requirement.

(Added Coun. J. 6-22-22, p. 49372, § 7)

14X-8-803.5 Performance.

Cooling and dehumidification equipment required by Sections 14X-8-803.2 through 14X-8-803.4 must be independent of heating equipment or be capable of switching from heating to cooling mode within one hour.

(Added Coun. J. 6-22-22, p. 49372, § 7)

14X-8-803.6 Operation.

On days when the heat index exceeds 80ºF (27ºC), cooling and dehumidification equipment required by this section must be operated to maintain safe indoor conditions for occupants. When a cooling and dehumidification system is not available in each dwelling unit and sleeping unit, an area provided with cooling and dehumidification equipment must be accessible to each resident of the building.

(Added Coun. J. 6-22-22, p. 49372, § 7)

14X-8-803.7 Maintenance.

Cooling and dehumidification equipment, where provided, must be properly installed and maintained in a safe working condition and capable of performing the intended function.

(Added Coun. J. 6-22-22, p. 49372, § 7)