Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 110-11-1-.26 [Effective 1/1/2024] International Plumbing Code (Ipc), 2018 Edition With 2020, 2022, 2023 and 2024 Georgia State Amendments

• Library: Georgia Administrative Code
• Edition: 2023
• Currency: Current through Rules and Regulations filed through November 30, 2023
• Citation: Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 110-11-1-.26
• Year: 2023

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GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD PLUMBING CODE

(INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE WITH GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS)

The INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE, 2018 Edition, published by the International Code Council, when used in conjunction with these and any other Georgia State Amendments to the INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE, 2018 EDITION, shall constitute the official Georgia State Minimum Standard Plumbing Code.

GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS

CODE REFERENCE:

(a) Replace all references to the ICC Electrical Code with references to the Georgia State Minimum Standard Electrical Code (National Electrical Code with Georgia State Amendments).

(b) Replace all references to the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with references to the Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code (IECC with Georgia State Supplements and Amendments). The Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code shall be used for efficiency and coefficient of performance ratings of equipment.

APPENDICES:

Appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically referenced in the body of the code or adopted by the Department of Community Affairs or the authority having jurisdiction.

CHAPTER 4

FIXTURES, FAUCETS AND FIXTURE FITTINGS

*Revise Table 403.1 'Minimum Number of Required Plumbing Fixturesa' by adding the following requirement under the column labeled 'Other' for line number '7' 'One- and two-family dwellings' and 'Apartment house' descriptions:

Table 403.1 Minimum Number of Required Plumbing Fixturesa

Detached single-family, duplex and multi-family dwelling structures three stories or less in height shall have not less than two exterior hose bibs, sill cocks or outside hydrants with one being located on the side or rear of the structure.

(Effective January 1, 2024)

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GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD PLUMBING CODE

(INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE WITH GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS)

The INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE, 2018 Edition published by the International Code Council, when used in conjunction with these and any other Georgia State Amendments to the INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE, 2018 EDITION, shall constitute the official Georgia State Minimum Standard Plumbing Code.

GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS

CODE REFERENCE:

(c) Replace all references to the ICC Electrical Code with references to the Georgia State Minimum Standard Electrical Code (National Electrical Code with Georgia State Amendments).

(d) Replace all references to the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with references to the Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code (IECC with Georgia State Supplements and Amendments). The Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code shall be used for efficiency and coefficient of performance ratings of equipment.

APPENDICES:

Appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically referenced in the body of the code or adopted by the Department of Community Affairs or the authority having jurisdiction.

CHAPTER 4

FIXTURES, FAUCETS AND FIXTURE FITTINGS

* Delete Table 403.1 'Minimum Number of Required Plumbing Fixtures' from the International Plumbing Code 2020 Amendments.

(Effective January 1, 2023)

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GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD PLUMBING CODE

(INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE WITH GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS)

The INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE, 2018 Edition published by the International Code Council, when used in conjunction with these and any other Georgia State Amendments to the INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE, 2018 Edition, shall constitute the official Georgia State Minimum Standard Plumbing Code.

GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS

CODE REFERENCE:

(e) Replace all references to the ICC Electrical Code with references to the Georgia State Minimum Standard Electrical Code (National Electrical Code with Georgia State Amendments).

(f) Replace all references to the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with references to the Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code (IECC with Georgia State Supplements and Amendments). The Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code shall be used for efficiency and coefficient of performance ratings of equipment.

APPENDICES:

Appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically referenced in the body of the code or adopted by the Department of Community Affairs or the authority having jurisdiction.

GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM

REQUIREMENTS FOR BOILERS/WATER HEATERS AND PRESSURE VESSELS

The State's minimum requirements for boilers/water heaters and pressure vessels over 200,000 BTU/h (58.61 kW), 210 degrees Fahrenheit or 120 gallons capacity shall be established by O.C.G.A. Title 25, Chapter 15 and the Rules and Regulations of the Office of Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner.

*Revise the International Plumbing Code, 2018 Edition, to read as follows:

CHAPTER 5

WATER HEATERS

SECTION 506

MINIMUM CAPACITIES FOR RESIDENTIAL WATER HEATERS

*Name Change Table 506 'Minimum Capacities for Residential Water Heaters' to 'Minimum First Hour Rating for Residential Water Heaters' and Revise to read as follows:

TABLE 506 MINIMUM FIRST HOUR RATING FOR RESIDENTIAL WATER HEATERS 1, 2, 3

Number of Bathrooms	1 to 1.5			2 to 2.5				3 to 3.5
Number of Bedrooms	1	2	3	2	3	4	5	3	4	5	6
First Hour Rating, in Gallons	38	49	49	49	62	62	74	62	74	74	74

FHR= First Hour Rating, 1 gal=3.7854 L, 1 gph=1.5 mL/s

1. Tankless Water Heaters shall be sized and installed per manufacturer's recommendations.

2. Water heaters for single family dwellings having more than six bedrooms and/or 3 1/2 baths shall be sized per manufacturer's recommendations.

3. Table 506 reflects the total minimum requirements for one or multiple water heating units (Effective January 1, 2022) Click here to view image GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM STANDARD PLUMBING CODE (INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE WITH GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS) The INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE, 2018 Edition published by the International Code Council, when used in conjunction with these and any other Georgia State Amendments to the INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE, 2018 EDITION, shall constitute the official Georgia State Minimum Standard Plumbing Code. GEORGIA STATE AMENDMENTS CODE REFERENCE:

(g) Replace all references to the ICC Electrical Code with references to the Georgia State Minimum Standard Electrical Code (National Electrical Code with Georgia State Amendments).

(h) Replace all references to the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with references to the Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code (IECC with Georgia State Supplements and Amendments). The Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code shall be used for efficiency and coefficient of performance ratings of equipment.

APPENDICES:

Appendices are not enforceable unless they are specifically referenced in the body of the code or adopted by the Department of Community Affairs or the authority having jurisdiction.

GEORGIA STATE MINIMUM

REQUIREMENTS FOR BOILERS/WATER HEATERS AND PRESSURE VESSELS

The State's minimum requirements for boilers/water heaters and pressure vessels over 200,000 BTU/h (58.61 kW), 210 degrees Fahrenheit or 120 gallons capacity shall be established by O.C.G.A. Title 25, Chapter 15 and the Rules and Regulations of the Office of Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner.

*Revise the International Plumbing Code, 2018 Edition, to read as follows:

CHAPTER 1

SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION

*Delete Chapter 1 'Scope and Administration' entirely without substitution. Chapter 1 to remain in the Code as a reference guide for local governments to use in development of their own Administrative Procedures.

(Effective January 1, 2020)

CHAPTER 2

DEFINITIONS

SECTION 202

GENERAL DEFINITIONS

*Add new definition of 'High Efficiency Plumbing Fixtures and Fittings' to read as follows:

HIGH EFFICIENCY PLUMBING FIXTURES AND FITTINGS.

Dual flush water closet. A dual flush water closet or toilet that the average flush volume of two reduced flushes and one full flush does not exceed 1.28 gallons and is listed to the WaterSense Tank-Type High Efficiency Toilet Specification.

Kitchen faucet or kitchen faucet replacement aerator. A kitchen faucet or kitchen faucet replacement aerator that allows a flow of no more than 2.0 gallons of water per minute.

Lavatory faucet or lavatory faucet replacement aerator. A lavatory faucet or lavatory faucet replacement aerator that allows a flow of no more than 1.5 gallons per minute at a pressure of 60 pounds per square inch and is listed to the WaterSense...