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Are there code requirements that prevent a storm plumbing system from causing damage to a building?

April 26, 2017building causing code damage plumbing requirements storm system

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Are there code requirements that prevent a storm plumbing system from causing damage to a building?

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Yes. Inlets and piping must be sized for anticipated flow at the 10-yr storm and designed so that no property damage occurs during the 100-year, 24-hour storm event. Table 82.38-1 only allows stormwater discharge where the water does not create a nuisance.