Indiana Administrative Code (Last Updated: December 20, 2016) |
Title 675. FIRE PREVENTION AND BUILDING SAFETY COMMISSION |
Article 675IAC14. ONE AND TWO FAMILY DWELLING CODE |
Rule 675IAC14-4.3. 2005 Indiana Residential Code |
Section 675IAC14-4.3-77. Section R405.2.3; drainage system
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Change SECTION R405.2.3 to read as follows: In other than Group I soils, a sump pit shall be provided to drain the porous layer and footings. The sump pit shall be a minimum of 18 inches (457 mm) in diameter or equivalent and a minimum of 24 inches (610 mm) below the bottom of the basement floor. Where a porous layer of gravel, crushed stone, or coarse sand is used between the soil and the concrete floor slab, openings shall be made in the sump pit to allow drainage of that layer. The sump pit shall be capable of positive gravity or mechanical drainage to remove any accumulated water.
EXCEPTION: When a gravity drain system is used a sump pit is not required.
(Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission; 675 IAC 14-4.3-77; filed Jun 13, 2005, 3:00 p.m.: 28 IR 3273, eff 90 days after filing with the Secretary of State; readopted filed Aug 4, 2011, 8:35 a.m.: 20110831-IR-675110254RFA)