3.2.2.63.(1)ATTRIBUTION:
Most technical provisions of the BC Fire Code describe how the code’s objectives and functional statements are achieved. However, some provisions, like this one, do not relate directly to a code objective. The following analysis is provided to assist in understanding of the provision.
APPLICATION:
Storey in which an area is classified as a Group F, Division 1 major occupancy. This applies in buildings whose building area is restricted to:
- 2 250 m2 and whose building height is restricted to 4 storeys,
- 3 000 m2 and whose building height is restricted to 3 storeys,
- 4 500 m2 and whose building height is restricted to 2 storeys, or
- 9 000 m2 and whose building height is restricted to 1 storey.
This applies to buildings to which Part 3 applies [see Sentence
1.3.3.2.(1) of Division A for application
of Part 3].
INTENT:
To state the application of Sentence
3.2.2.63.(2).