Seismic anchorage
Strike the Exception to Section 2111.5 in the International Building Code and insert a new Exception into Section 2111.5 in the Building Code in its place to read as follows:
Exceptions: Seismic anchorage is not required for the following:
Where the masonry fireplace is constructed completely integral to the exterior masonry walls.
D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 12, r. 12-A2111