Chapter 4: Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy

Section BC 401: Scope

401.1 Detailed use and occupancy requirements.

In addition to the occupancy and construction requirements in this code, the provisions of this chapter apply to the special uses and occupancies described herein.

Section BC 402: Covered Mall and Open Mall Buildings

402.1 Applicability .

The provisions of this section shall apply to buildings or structures defined herein as covered or open mall buildings not exceeding three floor levels at any point nor more than three stories above grade plane. Except as specifically required by this section, covered and open mall buildings shall meet applicable provisions of this code.

   Exceptions:

      1.   Foyers and lobbies of Groups B, R-1 and R-2 are not required to comply with this section.

      2.   Buildings need not comply with the provisions of this section where they fully comply with other applicable provisions of this code.

402.1.1 Occupancy classification.

A mall in compliance with the provisions of this section shall be classified as occupancy Group M.