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IBC 2009

IBC 2009

IBC 2009

(OP)
Is the IBC 2009 jurisdiction on structures and building on land only?

Thank you

RE: IBC 2009

The IBC does not have inherent legal jurisdiction. It is a model building code which is adopted (or not) by government bodies and modified to suit the needs of that government. That said, it generally is meant for building and related structures on land, but can include shoreline structures as part of a general government building code.

What are you designing?

"It is imperative Cunth doesn't get his hands on those codes."

RE: IBC 2009

(OP)
Thank you MacGruber22 (Structural) for your response.
I've been asked to design the connect of an enclosure (40 ft long, 22 wide and 8feet high) as a locker room on top of dock barge tied to the river bank.

Is IBC applicable?
Any other code standard or cookbook you know of for this case?
Thank you

RE: IBC 2009

It depends on the locale where the structure is serving the public, If possible, you should consult the local government. I am guessing this floating building is not in the USA? Maybe there is no local building code?

"It is imperative Cunth doesn't get his hands on those codes."

RE: IBC 2009

(OP)
MacGruber22 (Structural,
It is on Ohio river in Illinois, United States.

RE: IBC 2009

Since its Illinois, also make sure you have the proper licenses. You'll need an SE to practice structural engineering there. They have practice limitations and PEs can't do structural work. At least that's my understanding

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