R502.2

Section R502.2 is titled 'Design and construction' and covers requirements for floor construction. The requirement to follow this chapter, a figure in this code, and other sections in this code for the design and construction of wood and wood-based product floors is established. The purpose of this section is to prevent structural failure and premature degradation, as well as to slow the spread of fire.

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