675 IAC 14-4.4-34 Section R322.1.6; protection of mechanical and electrical systems

Sec. 34. Change the text of SECTION R322.1.6 to read as follows: Electrical systems, equipment, and components; heating, ventilating, air conditioning; plumbing appliances and plumbing fixtures; duct systems; and other service equipment shall be located at or above the design flood elevation required in Section R322.2 (A Zones) or Section R322.3 (coastal high-hazard areas including V Zones). If replaced as part of a substantial improvement, electrical systems, equipment, and components; heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and plumbing appliances and plumbing fixtures; duct systems; and other service equipment shall meet the requirements of this section. Systems, fixtures, and equipment and components shall not be mounted on or penetrate through walls intended to break away under flood loads.