The virginia uniform statewide building code usbc contains the building regulations that must be complied with when constructing a new building structure or an addition to an existing building.
Virginia building code for decks.
By contrast deck code is truly a matter of life and death and preventing serious injury.
Maximum nosing of 0 75 to 1 25 maximum nosing radius of 9 16 open risers.
Participation is encouraged and remote participation is made possible through cdpva.
The virginia building codes are updated through the code development process.
A copy of this document.
If you do not have a plat you may contact mapping and geographic information at 703 771 5778.
Prior to designing your deck read this publication thoroughly and pay close attention to each applicable detail.
Maximum 18 oc notched stringer spacing for 2 or 5 4 thick treads.
Fairfax county virginia typical deck details based on the 2015 virginia residential code the design details in this document apply to residential single level decks only.
Building code requirements for exterior decking railings and stairways are especially stringent because decks fall into the category of critical health and safety matters.
Virginia is a leader in building and fire code development and stakeholder input is vital to virginia s code development process.
2009 virginia residential code vrc permit required.
Distances from deck to sides and rear of property.
Many code requirements while important rarely touch upon life and death matters.
They must also be used when maintaining or repairing an existing building or renovating or changing the use of a building or structure.
Deck building code tips.
Minimal nominal 1 thick riser material.
If you need to know your setbacks for the deck.
Email building and development call 703 777 0220 option 2 or submit a setback request on loudoun express request.
A building permit is required for construction of all residential wood decks.
Construction cannot deviate from the details herein unless prior approval is obtained by the county.
The building codes of virginia adopt the the international building code 2015 ibc 2015 international residential code 2015 irc 2015 international fire code 2015 ifc 2015 international plumbing code 2015 ipc 2015 international mechanical code 2015 imc 2015 international fuel gas code 2015 ifgc 2015 international property maintenance code 2015 ipmc 2015 international.
This guide is for general assistance and specific questions and concerns must be addressed on your submitted construction drawings.
Maximum 36 oc solid stringer spacing for 2 thick treads.
All residential decks constructed in page county must comply with the 2015 international residential code irc and the 2015 virginia uniform statewide building code amendments to the 2015 irc.
Maximum opening of 4 closed risers.