STATE BUILDING CODE INTERPRETATION NO. 99-04

 
CODE: 1997 Uniform Building Code
SECTION: 313.6.1, Ceiling heights for Group LC Occupancies
QUESTION: Can an existing R-3 occupancy change to an LC occupancy if the living room and bedroom ceilings are between 7 feet and 7 feet 6 inches above the floor?
ANSWER: Yes. It is not the intent of Section 313.6.1, Ceiling Heights, to prevent the change in use of an existing R-3 occupancy to an LC occupancy. By applying UBC Section 104.2.8, the existing ceiling heights can be approved for LC occupancy use.
SUPERSEDES: None
REQUESTED BY: City of SeaTac