1705.25 Structural stability.
BC § 1705.25
Special inspection for structural stability is an inspection of a structure to verify the ability of such structural system to remain in position, or revert to the original position or another stable equilibrium position acceptable by this code, without incurring damage to the structural system from the activity or load to which it had been subjected until the completion of construction. Such special inspection shall be required for construction work as specified in this section or elsewhere in this code. Structural materials and methods of construction utilized in temporary protections shall be subject to special inspection when such materials and methods of construction would be subject to special inspection as a permanent installation in accordance with the applicable sections of this chapter, including but not limited to special inspections for concrete, structural steel, and deep foundation installation. The registered design professional responsible for plans for a new building, alteration, or other work requiring structural stability inspections shall identify those areas on the plans submitted to the department in accordance with Section 1704.1.1.1. The means and methods of implementing the structural stability measures shall be prepared by a registered design professional and filed with the department where required in this section and elsewhere in this code. Exception: Alterations consisting of the replacement of existing exterior lintels located less than 75 feet (22 860 mm) above curb level spanning less than 4 feet (1220 mm) and existing interior headers spanning less than 4 feet (1220 mm), provided the size of the existing span is not increased, shall be exempt from special inspection for structural stability.
