(Revised: 04/01/08)
Standard: All buildings and structures except those listed
otherwise.
High
Occupancy: Buildings and structures
where the primary occupancy is one in which more than 300 people congregate in
one area.
Essential
Facilities: Buildings and structures
designated as essential facilities including, but not limited to:
- Hospitals and other medical facilities having surgery or
emergency treatment areas.
- Fire or rescue and police stations.
- Structures and equipment in government communication centers
and other facilities required for emergency response.
- Power stations and other utilities required in an emergency.
- Designated shelters for hurricanes.
Low Hazard: Buildings and structures that represent a low
hazard to human life in the event of failure, such as:
- Agricultural buildings.
- Temporary structures.
- Minor storage facilities.
See also:
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Building Loading - Building Codes