necessary to spray fireproof non exposed columns & beams California residential

[beautifulhills]

Searched through the first hundreds pages of California Residential code - is it now necessary to fire proof spray on fire protection for structural steel frame in California residential or can I leave design such that visible beams will look more attractive?

 

[jayrod12]

I can't speak to California directly, but generally if it's single family residence, no rating should be required. Multi tenant is a different animal.

 

[beautifulhills]

Hi jayrod12 Yes, I am thinking of California in particular. Very cautious codes have been created here, we seem to have a lot of lawyers. Example - sprinklers in all new residential (yes) Solar panels in all new residential (unless absolutely impossible) So, I m hoping somebody knows what the regs are on fireproofing steel in single family residential in CA

 

[jayrod12]

Geez, it's no wonder no one can afford to buy houses down there without selling limbs.