9.20.2.2.(1)

Objective

OP1 Fire Protection of the Building

Attribution

[F20,F80-OP1.2]Applies to assemblies required to provide fire resistance.
[F01-OP1.2]Applies to masonry used in chimneys and fireplaces.

Intent

Intent 1:

To limit the probability of inadequate brick-to-brick bond strength.

This is to limit the probability of:

  • where masonry construction is required to provide fire resistance, excessive deformation or cracking, which could lead to compromised fire resistance of the assembly, or
  • for chimneys and fireplaces, excessive heat transfer, which could lead to the ignition of combustible building components.

This is to limit the probability of damage to the building.

Intent 2:

To direct Code users to Article 9.20.2.1.

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