Chapter 7Classification of Buildings

Buildings are classified based on occupancy and types of construction.

7.1 For the purpose of the Code, the following shall be the occupancy classification and types of construction; for more detailed information, reference may be made to Part 4'Fire and Life Safety' of the Code.

7.1.1 Occupancy Classification

a) Residential;

b) Educational;

c) Institutional;

d) Assembly;

e) Business;

f) Mercantile (will include both retail and wholesale stores);

g) Industrial (will include low, moderate and high fire hazards);

h) Storage; and

j) Hazardous.

7.1.2 Types of Construction

a) Type 1,

b) Type 2,

c) Type 3, and

d) Type 4.