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09/09/2022 - 12:00pm

Building Code Interpretations

The below Building Code Interpretations are created to simplify certain building codes. Please be on the lookout for additional Building Code Interpretations published in the future on this webpage.

Building Code Interpretations - Refrigerant (156.48 KB)
Building Code Interpretations - Elevator Recall for Firefighter Service (570.23 KB)
Building Code Interpretations - Emergency Egress Windows (476.52 KB)
Building Code Interpretations - Configured Space (454.94 KB)
Building Code Interpretations - Reliable Source of Power (973.35 KB)
Building Code Interpretations - Means of Egress Through Ensuite Bathrooms (549.16 KB)
Building Code Interpretations - Addition at Home Owner Center (409.8 KB)
Building Code Interpretations - Fence (379.33 KB)
Building Code Interpretations - Retaining wall @ Home Owner Center (407.87 KB)

08/17/2022 - 12:00pm

Proactive Inspection Schedule - September 2022

06/03/2022 - 12:00pm

eRecords Electronic Records Management System Guide_06.03.2022

eRecords Electronic Records Management System Guide_06.03.2022 (1.03 MB)

02/02/2022 - 12:00pm

Zoning Administrator Interpretation 28: Accessory Building Summary – RF Zones

Because the Zoning Regulations contain several provisions regarding the regulation of Accessory Buildings, the Office of Zoning Administration has summarized these regulations in RF zones for clarity:

ZA-028

08/16/2021 - 12:00pm

Proactive Inspection Schedule - September 2021

07/23/2021 - 12:00pm

CC2021-001: Construction Codes Administrative Bulletin - Requirement to Report Unsafe and Emergency Conditions

CC2021-001

Requirement to Report Unsafe and Emergency Conditions

Construction Codes Administrative Bulletin - Requirement to Report Unsafe and Emergency Conditions to DCRA (139.23 KB)

02/05/2021 - 12:00pm

Zoning Administrator Interpretation 29: Allow Replacement of Accessory Buildings with Non-Conformities

The longstanding practice of the Office of Zoning Administration allows accessory buildings which are non-conforming due to not meeting required yard setbacks and/or contributing to an excessive lot occupancy, to be razed…

ZA-029

02/05/2021 - 12:00pm

Zoning Administrator Interpretation ZA-030: ARTS District – Eating and Drinking Establishment Linear Street Frontage Regulation

Under Section K-811.9(a), the amount of street frontage for eating and drinking establishments is limited to not more than 50% of specified blocks in the Mixed-Use Uptown Arts Zones.

ZA-030

02/05/2021 - 12:00pm

Zoning Administrator Interpretation 27: Extended Stay Hotels

The Zoning Administrator has determined that a Certificate of Occupancy for an existing hotel would not need to be changed to allow an extended stay hotel operation. A hotel or lodging use is permitted to have short term [i.e.

ZA-027

02/05/2021 - 12:00pm

Zoning Administrator Interpretation 26: Automobile Elevators excluded from GFA Calculations

Section B-304.8 excludes certain portions of an interior of a building from the calculation of Gross Floor Area [GFA]:

ZA-026

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