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Am I required to replace a non code compliant balustrade?
I am purchasing a flat in Brisbane, Queensland Australia. Prior to purchase, I had the building inspected and they've noted that the balcony balustrade doesn't meet height requirements for my ...
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Extension cord and power strip safety
I've heard that there are some safety and building code issues involved with using extension cords or power strips (surge protectors) for anything other than temporary use. What are the issues, and ...
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Can municipal authorities get warrant to search suspected building site in U.S.? [closed]
Hypothetically, let's say you decide to do some indoor renovations but not get a permit and you know the work requires permit (e.g. electrical, framing, etc). Also, you lower the blinds on all ...
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Can an alcove tub be installed with most of it behind a wall?
Please forgive the quick sketch for the concept, but I'm wondering if the following is prohibited by code, or failing at that, a bad idea in general. I have a small (6'8" x 9'3") bathroom that needs ...
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Is it a legal requirement / building regulation to have a stopcock within a property?
I recently moved into a property (in the UK) - it's a 1930's semi which was renovated about 2 years ago. I am wanting to have a water meter fitted - utilities company came to have a look and couldn't ...
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UK : Office-to-flat Conversion [closed]
I'm a professional software developer who spends a lot of time working on personal projects at home. I've been thinking of renting a warehouse conversion which would provide me with enough space to ...
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Building code in Canada
Are there any online resources for determining building code requirements in Canada?
For example right now I need to know what the proper diameter for a dryer vent to the outside should be. Last ...
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Where can I get electrical plans for my new house?
I'm planning a few upgrades to the wiring in my condo that will require filing plans with the city. It would make my life a lot easier if I had the existing electrical plans (and probably other ...
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In Canada (Ontario, specifically), is 'CL2' rated cable acceptable for in-wall installation?
I've got a bunch of cable to install in the wall for my basement reno and have an excellent source for various cable types (speaker, video, cat6, etc), but the cable 'only' has the US CL2 rating, and ...
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What are the building regulations in the UK for fitting a light in a bathroom?
What designs of lights are allowed?
When do I need to get a building regulation inspection?
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What is the difference between “Planning Permission” and “Building Regulation” in the UK and when do I need to get them?
It can be very confusing to know what is covered by “Planning-Permission” and what is covered by “Building Regulation”, so can we have a short answer with links please.
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Can PEX be used for the trunk
Currently I have a length of galvanized steel pipe (3/4") from the water meter, which is feeding the main trunk (3/4" copper). The water pressure in the house is very low, and I suspect it is due to ...
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Does a homeowner need a permit for electrical work in Massachusetts?
Does a homeowner need to obtain a permit from the town in order to do electrical work on his own house in Massachusetts? The unofficial answers I can find online (e.g., this forum and the websites of ...
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What is the proper way to run wires along/across basement ceiling joists?
I want to add an electrical outlet in my unfinished basement. It makes sense to run the wire along the ceiling because that's where all the other wires are. What is the proper way to install NM ...
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What does the Plumbing Code say about securing a bathtub faucet to the studs?
My son is renting an apartment. It looks as if the bathtub faucet (spout and valvehandle) are only secured by the grout of the tile and haven't been properly secured at all to the studs. I know that ...
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What is the safe/proper way to run non-metallic conduit between floors?
I need to run a CAT5 line and a 22/4 alarm wire from my 2 story attic to the first floor. I have access to the interior of the walls (I will re-dryboard). I'd like to run carlon ENT from the attic ...
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How close can light fixtures be to fire sprinkler heads?
I'm planning to add several rows of fluorescent light fixtures in my garage, which has partly recessed fire sprinkler heads. Does code specify how close fixtures can be to the sprinklers?
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Does the code inspector look at preexisting work, or only at recent work?
I would like to have my service panel upgraded from 50 to 200 amps by licensed electrician, but am worried about preexisting code violations. If I had it upgraded and a building code inspector came ...
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Is having a window in a room that is below grade a requirement?
This would be in Charlotte, NC, Mecklenburg County. I vaguely remember hearing somewhere that rooms that are below grade are required to have a full size window in them or they can't be considered ...
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Building Regs for 1st Floor Bathrooms
We are installing a Bathroom in an existing bedroom on the first floor of a 3 bed victorian terrace.
We've heard building control have regulations regarding the double joisting or sistering of joists ...
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How much weight should a deck of a given area support?
How much weight should a deck of a given area support, either according to building codes or convention?
In my local (Massachusetts) building code, I found the answer for floors (40 lbs/ft2 live ...
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What “code” applies to projects that I do in my own home?
A good portion of the answers and discussion on this site references "code".
What does a DIY-er need to know about code as it relates to project in their own home? Most of what I can find online ...
