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Chapter 17F.080
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Title 17F Construction Standards

Chapter 17F.080 Fire Code

Section 17F.080.480 Standpipes

Where standpipes are used, the outlet pressure at the top of the riser shall be not less than one hundred PSI provided by a fire pump.

Exception:

Buildings up to and including five floors above grade (not to exceed 55 feet) will be pressurized by the fire apparatus upon arrival to the site and are not required to provide one hundred PSI at the top outlet of the riser.

Date Passed: Monday, December 7, 2020

Effective Date: Thursday, January 7, 2021

ORD C35989 Section 13

Section 17F.080.480 Standpipes

Where standpipes are used, the outlet pressure at the top of the riser shall be not less than one hundred PSI provided by a fire pump.

Exception:

Buildings up to and including five floors above grade (not to exceed 55 feet) will be pressurized by the fire apparatus upon arrival to the site and are not required to provide one hundred PSI at the top outlet of the riser.

Date Passed: Monday, December 7, 2020

Effective Date: Thursday, January 7, 2021

ORD C35989 Section 13