1403.5 Vertical and lateral flame propagation.
BC § 1403.5
Exterior walls that contain foam plastic insulation including exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS), metal composite material (MCM) systems, high-pressure decorative exterior-grade compact laminates (HPL), and fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) shall be tested in accordance with and comply with the acceptance criteria of NFPA 285. Foam plastic insulation assemblies and FRP shall be tested in accordance with Section 2603.5.5. MCM systems shall be tested in accordance with Section 1407.11. HPL systems shall be tested in accordance with Section 1409.11. Approved NFPA 285 tested assembly design documentation shall be included on the submitted construction documents complying with Section 1401.2. Deviation from the NFPA 285 tested design shall be approved by the registered design professional and additional documentation shall be provided if requested by the department. Combustible exterior wall coverings shall comply with Section 1406 of this code. Exception: Fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) where permitted by Section 2613.5 not to be tested.
