2006 International Plumbing Code

International Plumbing Code

The 2006 International Plumbing Code (IPC) continues to emphasize both prescriptive and performance-related provisions. The code change cycles have made many improvements to the 2006 IPC that provide clarity of content and resolve common interpretation issues.

Scope
The scope of the 2006 IPC continues to encompass the initial design of the plumbing system, the installation and construction of plumbing systems and the maintenance of operating systems. All plumbing systems that are provided for utilization by and for the general safety and well-being of the occupants of a building are intended to be governed by the code.

Standard Use
As both a prescriptive and performance-based code, the IPC contains numerous references to standards that are used to regulate materials and methods of construction. A standard that is incorporated into the code through the code development process is an enforceable part of the code. Standards are referenced throughout the code and are listed in Chapter 14.

Content
& Chapter 2: Definitions & Chapter 3: General Regulations & Chapter 4: Fixtures, Faucets and
Fixture Fittings Distribution

& Chapter 9: Vents & Chapter 10: Traps, Interceptors

and Separators

& Chapter 6: Water Supply and & Chapter 7: Sanitary Drainage

& Chapter 11: Storm Drainage & Appendix C: Gray Water

Recycling Systems

Chapter 2: Definitions Code Section Section Title 2006 2003 Branch Interval is further defined by referring to the distance between connections of horizontal branches to a drainage stack. Measurements are taken down the stack from the highest horizontal branch connection. [See Figures 202(1) and 202(2)]. New definitions for Flow Control (vented) and Grease Removal Device, Automatic are added. These new definitions correlate with the revised requirements for grease removal devices and rate of flow controls found in Chapter 10. The definition for grease trap was deleted because all grease traps are now called grease interceptors. [See Figure 202(3)]. Change

202

202

Definitions

202

202

Definitions

SOIL OR WASTE STACK

FLOOR

10-0 STORY HEIGHT (TYP.)

THIS IS A BRANCH INTERVAL

8-0 OR MORE

7-0

FLOOR THIS IS NOT A BRANCH INTERVAL

Definition of Branch Interval Figure 202(1)

VTR

11th STORY

BI 1

10 ALL FLOORS

10th STORY

9 STORY

th

BI 2 8th STORY

BI 3

7 STORY

th

6 STORY

th

BI 4 5th STORY

BI 5

4th STORY

BI 6

3rd STORY

BI 7

2nd STORY

1st STORY TO BUILDING SEWER FLOOR BUILDING DRAIN

Definition of Branch Interval Figure 202(2)

Definition of Grease Removal Device, Automatic

(Photo courtesy of Josam Company)

Figure 202(3)

Chapter 3: General Regulations Code Section Section Title 2006 2003 Provisions added to require partitions between urinals. Exceptions exempt single occupant or unisex toilet rooms with a lockable door and exempt a single urinal in a daycare or child care facilities with two or more urinals. [See Figures 310.5(1) and (2)]. A fourth option has been added for a primary condensate pan water level detection device. [See Figures 307.2.3(1) through (3)]. Change

310.5

NEW

Urinal partitions

314.2.3 #4

314.2.3

Condensate disposal

Condensate Overflow Switch

(Photo courtesy of SMD Research, Inc)

Figure 307.2.3(1)

Condensate Overflow Switch

(Photo courtesy of SMD Research, Inc)

Figure 307.2.3(2)

Primary or Auxiliary Drain Pan Float Switch

(Photo courtesy of SMD Research, Inc)

Figure 307.2.3(3)

Urinal Partitions
(Photo courtesy of Falcon Waterfree Technologies)

Figure 310.5(1)

PLAN VIEW WALL

18 6

PARTITION

18 MINIMUM OR 6 BEYOND LIP, WHICHEVER IS GREATER

ELEVATION VIEW

60 MINIMUM

12 MAXIMUM

Urinal Partitions Figure 310.5(2)

Chapter 4: Fixtures, Faucets and Fixture Fittings Code Section Section Title 2006 2003 Outdoor seating area occupant load Required public toilet facilities Clothes washer waste connection A new footnote is added to Table 403.1 and requires outdoor seating area occupant loads to be added to indoor occupant loads for A-1, A-2 and A-3 occupancies for the purpose of determining the required number of fixtures. Public toilet facilities cannot be accessed through kitchens and storage spaces. (See Figure 403.6). The required text recognizes that gravity draining clothes washing machines need to discharge to a waste receptor such as a trench drain. (See Figure 406.3). An ICC appointed Ad Hoc Committee on Water Temperature and Control evaluated the types of hazards and applications where scalding and thermal shock can occur, identifying plumbing fixtures and equipment that require temperature control limits and the appropriate standards for control devices. The code requires a maximum discharge water temperature from bidet fittings of 110NF to be provided by a water temperature limiting device conforming to ASSE 1070. [See Figures 408.3(1) and (2)]. The code requires that tempered water be delivered from public handwashing facilities. Tempered water must be provided by an approved water temperature limiting device that conforms to ASSE 1070. [See Figures 416.5(1) and (2)]. Waterless urinals are distinguished from water-supplied urinals. [See Figures 419.1(1) and (2)]. Substitution allowance is reduced to 50% maximum for occupancies other than A and E (remains 67% for A and E). A new section is added to address the access requirements for whirlpool tub circulation pumps. [See Figures 421.5(1) and (2)]. Water temperature limiting devices for gang showers supplied with a singletempered water supply pipe must comply with ASSE 1069 or CSA B125. The option of using an individually controlled balanced-pressure, thermostatic or combination balanced-pressure/thermostatic valve for each shower head requires that such controls conform to ASSE 1016 or CSA B125. [See Figures 424.4(1) and (2)]. Bathtubs and whirlpool bathtubs must be provided with a water temperature limiting device that conforms to ASSE 1070, except where such protection is otherwise provided by a combination tub/shower valve that conforms to ASSE 1016 or CSA B125. The maximum setting of such devices is limited to 120NF. [See Figures 424.5(1) and (2)]. Change

403.1

403.1

403.4

403.6

406.3

406.3

408.3

NEW

Bidet water temperature

416.5

NEW

Tempered water for public hand-washing facilities

419.1

419.1

Urinals Substitution for water closets Access to pump

419.2

419.2

421.5

NEW

424.4

NEW

Multiple (gang) showers

424.5

NEW

Bathtub and whirlpool bathtub valves

KITCHEN

KITCHEN

EMPLOYEE

EMPLOYEE

SALES COUNTER

SALES COUNTER

CUSTOMER AREA

CUSTOMER AREA

NOT OK

OK

Customer Toilet Access Figure 403.6

Clothes Washer Trench Drain Figure 406.3

Waterless Urinal
(Photo courtesy of Falcon Waterfree Technologies)

Figure 419.1(1)

Waterless Urinal Cartridge

(Photo courtesy of Falcon Waterfree Technologies)

Figure 419.1(2)

Figures 408.3, 416.5, 424.4, 424.5 (1)

Plumbing Fixture

Maximum Discharge Temperature 110F > 85F and < 110F 120F 120F

Reference Standard

1. Bidet 2. Public hand-washing facilities 3. Individual shower valves 4. Multiple (gang) showers

ASSE 1070 ASSE 1070 ASSE 1016 or CSA B125 ASSE 1069 or CSA B125 ASSE 1070, Optional Combination tub/shower valve conforming to ASSE 1016 or CSA B125

5. Bathtub/whirlpool bathtubs

120F

Figures 408.3, 416.5, 424.4, 424.5(2)

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Noncompliant Whirlpool Bathtub Pump Access Figure 421.5(1)

Noncompliant Whirlpool Bathtub Pump Access Figure 421.5(2)

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Chapter 6: Water Supply and Distribution Code Section Section Title 2006 2003 Where tempered water is supplied in nonresidential occupancies for bathing and washing purposes, it must be tempered by a device conforming to ASSE 1070. The tempered water is limited to a maximum temperature of 110F. New requirements address backflow protection for the water supply connection to coffee machines and noncarbonated beverage dispensers. The connections must be protected against backflow by a device conforming to ASSE 1022 or by an air gap. Change

607.1

607.1

Where required

608.16.10

NEW

Coffee machines and noncarbonated beverage dispensers

Chapter 7: Sanitary Drainage Code Section Section Title 2006 2003 Heel- or side-inlet quarter bends DFUs for Fixtures and Groups Heel inlet elbows, both high- and low-inlet types, are specifically addressed regarding allowed and disallowed applications. [See Figures 706.4(1) and (2)]. A DFU value of 0.5 is assigned to nonwater supplied urinals. [See Figures 419.1(1) and (2)]. Change

706.4

NEW

Table 709.1

Table 709.1

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NO LIMITATIONS BY SECTION 706.4

NOT ALLOWED FOR WATER CLOSET DRAINS

NOT ALLOWED FOR WATER CLOSET DRAINS AND NOT ALLOWED FOR CONNECTION OF A WETVENTED FIXTURE DRAIN

BEND WITH SIDE INLET

BEND WITH HIGH-HEEL INLET

BEND WITH LOW-HEEL INLET

Heel- and Side-Inlet Quarter Bends Figure 706.4(1)

Side-Inlet Quarter Bend Figure 706.4(2)

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Chapter 9: Vents Code Section Section Title 2006 903.1 903.1.1 903.1.2 Table 906.1 2003 903.1 903.1.1 NEW Table 906.1 Outdoor vent extension Installation Size Maximum Distance of Trap from Vent Distance of trap from vent The new replacement table reflects the principle stated in revised Section 906.2. [See Figure 906.1(2)]. Water closets are now exempt from the trap to vent distance rule. [See Figure 906.1(1)]. New language states that the total fall in a fixture drain resulting from pipe slope must not exceed the inside diameter of the fixture drain. (See Figure 906.2). The text has been clarified regarding offsets in the stack both above the highest fixture drain connection and below the lowest fixture drain connection. (See Figure 910.2). The revised text makes it apparent that the stack vent for waste-stack vent systems can connect to vent headers with other vents. (See Figure 910.3). As revised, this section now allows a vertical pipe component for all fixtures that are permitted to connect to a combination drain and vent system, including floor drains. (See Figure 912.2). The traditional main vent rule has been rewritten to restate and clarify the intent. The undiminished in size and directly as possible text has been deleted. (See Figure 903.1). Change

906.1

906.1

906.2

906.2

Venting of fixture drains

910.2

910.2

Stack installation

910.3

910.3

Stack vent

912.2

912.2

Installation

VTR VTR VTR

OR OR

D BUIL CO

ING

DRA

IN

Required Vent to Outdoors Figure 903.1

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LAV

WC WC SHWR UNLIMITED UN LIM D ITE

WC

UN

LIM

D ITE

Trap to Vent Distance for Water Closets Figure 906.1(1)

Table 906.1(2) MAXIMUM DISTANCE OF FIXTURE TRAP FROM VENT Size of Trap (inches) 1 1/4 1 1/2 2 3 4 Slope (inch per foot) 1/4 1/4 1/4 1/8 1/8 Figure 906.1(2) Distance from Trap (feet) 5 6 8 12 16

DRY VENT

1 FIXTURE DRAIN

6 FT 1

5 FT 1

4 FT 1

3 FT

2 FT

1 FT

TOTAL FALL DOES NOT EXCEED DIAMETER OF FIXTURE DRAIN

Maximum Fall of Fixture Drain Between Trap and Vent Figure 906.2

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VTR

DF SINK FD FD FD FD 8 MAXIMUM

8 MAXIMUM

ING UILD TO B

IN D RA

8 MAXIMUM

Vertical Fixture Drain Component in Combination Drain and Vent System Figure 912.2

STACK VENTS FOR WASTE STACK VENTS ARE PERMITTED TO CONNECT TO A COMMON VENT HEADER NOT LESS THAN SIZE OF WASTE STACK

VTR OFFSETS ALLOWED

OFFSETS PROHIBITED IN THIS PART OF THE STACK

OFFSETS ALLOWED

Waste Stack Vent Offsets and Stack Vent Connections Figures 910.2 and 910.3

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Chapter 10: Traps, Interceptors and Separators Code Section Section Title 2006 2003 Grease interceptors and automatic grease removal devices required Automatic grease removal devices Oil separators required Additional language is added to include automatic grease removal devices and list the type of fixtures and equipment with grease-laden waste that must discharge to such interceptors. New language addresses automatic grease removal devices and their installation and sizing requirements. (See Figure 1003.3.5). As revised, this section will require oil separators for all car washing facilities. New text provides clarification regarding laundry facilities not installed within an individual dwelling unit or intended for individual family use. Change

1003.3.1

1003.3.1

1003.3.5

NEW

1003.4

1003.4

1003.6

1003.6

Laundries

Automatic Grease Removal Devices Figure 1003.3.5

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Appendix C: Gray Water Recycling Systems Code Section Section Title 2006 2003 Gray Water Recycling Systems New text provides greater detail and specifications of gray water systems for flushing of water closets and urinals and subsurface landscape irrigation. (See Figures C1 and C2). Change

Appendix C

Appendix C

Gray Water Recycling System for Fixture Flushing Figure C1

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Gray Water Recycling System for Subsurface Irrigation Figure C2

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1. Answers will vary. For example, acceptable answers would include:
w There are new definitions for flow control (vented) and grease removal device, automatic

(Section 202).

w Provisions were added to address urinal partitions (Section 310.5). w There are new requirements that address backflow protection for the water supply connection to

coffee machines and noncarbonated beverage dispensers (Section 608.16.10).

2.

Answer will vary. For example, an acceptable answer would be:

w In Section 202, new definitions correlate with the revised requirements for grease removal

devices and the rate of flow controls located in Chapter 10.

3. 4.

c. 18 from the wall or 6 beyond the urinal lip; whichever is greater.

1.

Bidet

110F > 85F and < 110F 120F 120F 120F

ASSE 1070 ASSE 1070 ASSE 1016 or CSA B125 ASSE 1069 or CSA B125 ASSE 1070, Optional Combination tub/shower valve conforming to ASSE 1016 or CSA B125

2. Public hand-washing facilities 3. 4. 5. Individual shower valves Multiple (gang) showers Bathtub/whirlpool bathtubs

5. 6. 7. 8.

50 percent The floor joist cut violates the structural provisions of the IRC and IBC. ASSE 1022 Yes. An interceptor with a wire basket or similar device.

2006 I-Code Update: International Plumbing Code published by International Code Council, Inc. Professional Development Services 4051 West Flossmoor Road Country Club Hills, IL 60478-5795 U.S.A. Phone 1-888-ICC-SAFE (422-7233) Fax (708) 799-2651 http://www.iccsafe.org/training Copyright January 2006

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