§ 8-987. Exterior walls.

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(a)

For any new construction, sheathing must be a minimum of one-half-inch of plywood, OSB, or a material of similar mass.

(b)

The interior face of the exterior walls must be a minimum of one-half-inch drywall or a material of similar mass. Lightweight paneling and similar low mass surfaces must be backed with drywall.

(c)

New construction of exterior walls must include batt or blown-in insulation with a rating of R-13 or higher.

(Code 1993, app. 9B, § 610.0; Ord. No. 2005-O-33, 4-2-2005)

                    
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