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Building code compliance checking skill for IBC occupancy, construction type, and area requirements

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Building Code Checker Skill

Purpose

The Building Code Checker Skill verifies building code compliance including occupancy classification, construction type, allowable area, and fire-resistance requirements per IBC.

Capabilities

  • IBC compliance verification
  • Occupancy classification
  • Construction type determination
  • Allowable area calculation
  • Fire-resistance requirements
  • Means of egress analysis
  • Height and story limitations
  • Mixed-use provisions

Usage Guidelines

When to Use

  • Verifying code compliance
  • Determining allowable areas
  • Checking height limits
  • Evaluating fire resistance

Prerequisites

  • Building use defined
  • Construction materials identified
  • Building area calculated
  • Fire protection systems known

Best Practices

  • Use current code edition
  • Consider local amendments
  • Document compliance path
  • Check all occupancies

Process Integration

This skill integrates with:

  • All structural processes
  • Permit Application Preparation

Configuration

building-code-checker:
  codes:
    - IBC-2021
    - IBC-2024
  check-categories:
    - occupancy
    - construction-type
    - area
    - height
    - fire-resistance
    - egress

Output Artifacts

  • Compliance reports
  • Area calculations
  • Fire-resistance requirements
  • Code summaries