675 Ind. Admin. Code 14-4.4-37

Current through December 4, 2024

Section 675 IAC 14-4.4-37 - Section R322.3.2; elevation requirements

Authority: IC 22-13-2-2; IC 22-13-2-2.5; IC 22-13-2-13

Affected: IC 22-12; IC 22-13; IC 22-14; IC 22-15; IC 36-7

Sec. 37.

Change the text of SECTION R322.3.2 to read as follows:

1. Buildings and structures erected within coastal high-hazard areas (V Zones) and Coastal A Zones shall be elevated so that the bottom of structural members supporting the lowest floor, with the exception of piling, pile caps, columns, grade beams, and bracing, are elevated to or above the design flood elevation.

2. Basement floors that are below grade on all sides are prohibited.

3. The use of fill for structural support is prohibited.

4. Minor grading, and the placement of minor quantities of fill, shall be permitted for landscaping and for drainage purposes under and around buildings and for support of parking slabs, pool decks, patios, and walkways.

5.Walls and partitions enclosing areas below the design flood elevation shall meet the requirements of Sections R322.3.5 and R322.3.6.

675 IAC 14-4.4-37

Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission; 675 IAC 14-4.4-37; field 11/26/2019, 11:43 a.m.: 20191225-IR-675190330FRA