Code of Massachusetts Regulations
780 CMR - STATE BOARD OF BUILDING REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS
Chapter 4 - Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy
Section 404 - ATRIUMS
Subsection 404.3 - Automatic sprinkler protection
Universal Citation: 780 CMR MA Code of Regs 404.3
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
An approved automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout the entire building. [F]
Exceptions:
1. That area of a building adjacent to or above the atrium need not be sprinklered provided that portion of the building is separated from the atrium portion by not less than 2-hour fire barriers constructed in accordance with Section 707 or horizontal assemblies constructed in accordance with Section 712, or both.
2. Where the ceiling of the atrium is more than 55 feet (16 764 mm) above the floor, sprinkler protection at the ceiling of the atrium is not required.
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