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What is the current code requirements for condominiums?

April 26, 2017code condominiums requirements

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What is the current code requirements for condominiums?

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According to the 2004 Florida Building Code, Section 1909.1.4 Protection of Openings, “In wind-borne debris regions, exterior glazing that receives positive pressure in the lower 60 feet (18.3 m) in buildings shall be assumed to be openings and the balance of glazed openings in the rest of the building shall be assumed to be zero unless such glazing that receives positive pressure is impact resistant or protected with an impact resistant covering meeting the requirements of SSTD 12, ASTM E 1886 and ASTM E 1996, or Miami-Dade TAS 201, 202 and 203 referenced therein as follows: Glazed openings located within 30 feet (9.1 m) of grade shall meet the requirements of the Large Missle Test. Glazed openings located more than 30 feet (9.1 m) above grade shall meet the provisions of the Small Missle Test.