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What is the required net area of ventilation openings for crawl spaces with uncovered earth floors according to the 2018 International Building Code?
The required net area of ventilation openings for crawl spaces with uncovered earth floors is not less than 1 square foot for each 150 square feet of crawl space area.
Key points
- Ventilation openings for crawl spaces with uncovered earth floors must have a net area of at least 1 square foot per 150 square feet of crawl space.
- This requirement ensures adequate ventilation for crawl spaces with open earth floors.
- The provision is specified in Section 1202.4.1.1 of the 2018 International Building Code.
Source:2018 international building code by international code council· Safeguards During Construction· p. 348–352
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