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I can't imagine a scenario where an AHJ would have anything to say about 11 year old ducts.
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[#5] Posted: 04/11/2012 - 10:13:12 AM | | |
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Ok, your right. I should have said 'has authority over'.
I'd ask them to PFO.
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[#6] Posted: 04/11/2012 - 10:49:37 AM | | |
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He's now referenced two codes which have no relevance to duct material. One referenced fire blocking requirements and the second referenced requirements for duct connectors. I've had three professional sources tell me my duct material is sufficient and I want to offer up a few more so that we can move on and close on our house in a timely manner.
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[#7] Posted: 04/11/2012 - 12:31:58 PM | | |
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Where/how is the duct being used?
Are you talking about an exhaust vent or an actual heating duct?
Exactly what is connected to either end of the duct?
What type of "connector" is the source he's cited referring to?
Does it pass through a floor, ceiling or wall plane?
Photographs?
What are the two codes that he's citing?
Have you talked with his/her supervisor?
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All the things everyone else said. Without more specific details, it's hard to imagine what the guy is talking about.
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[#10] Posted: 04/11/2012 - 2:48:57 PM | | |
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This is all coming from our town inspector. I have spoken to the town administrator but he cannot try to influence the inspector with regard to enforcement but has helped me expedite the matter.
It really comes down to the material used which the inspector says must be replaced entirely through out the entire system. He is basically saying if we have flexible duct it must be enclosed and the other option is to change out with metal. In his opinion flex duct is not sufficient on its own.
Here's a photo of the ductwork.
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The one code I found regarding duct materials is M1601.1.1. Our material would be class 1.
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Did the home lose its C/O for some reason? Why is the AHJ inside the home?
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If the home previously passed all final construction inspections, then a resale C/O should only include:
Smoke detector on each level and bedrooms, C/O detectors 10' from each bedroom and a fire extinguisher w/in 10' of the kitchen.
He's overreaching. Up in that corner of the state, it could be that he's fi$hing. Get a hidden camera
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The pic doesn't show up....change the name to all letters, no spaces.
Yes, I agree. You're dealing with a nut job who's making broad interpretations on something I don't think he really knows much about.
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[#17] Posted: 04/11/2012 - 8:28:23 PM | | |
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You can go here
http://bulk.resource.org/codes...tial.pdf
and download a copy of the New Jersey residential code. You will see in the beginning pages of it that no amendments were made to IRC chapter 16, and that the sections you cited do indeed permit class 0 and class 1 ducts. I suggest photographing the "class 1" label and printing out the pages on ducts (chapter 16 is only 4 pages long) and writing a letter stating your case. The city is supposed to have an appeals board for these issues. If they don't, then I would submit it to the city attorney and the town council.
If the ducts were class 2 (something that hasn't been placed in houses for over 20 years now) the inspector could legitimately ask to have them replaced. If the ducts were inside an attached garage, he could ask to have that portion within the garage replaced. If there is some other documentable specific failure to comply with the rules in chapter 16, then a correction notice could be issued forcing you to comply with those written rules. It doesn't sound like any of that is the problem, and the real problem is likely to be the one that Bill suspects.
You will be doing a favor to your fellow citizens by not knuckling under. Something needs to be brought into compliance in your town, and it isn't your duct system.
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[#18] Posted: 04/11/2012 - 9:14:11 PM | | |
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Quote: Originally posted by MRBQuote: Originally posted by Bill Kibbel
If the home previously passed all final construction inspections, then a resale C/O should only include:
Smoke detector on each level and bedrooms, C/O detectors 10' from each bedroom and a fire extinguisher w/in 10' of the kitchen.
He's overreaching. Up in that corner of the state, it could be that he's fi$hing. Get a hidden camera
Bill is there any code which states he should only be looking for those items? I'd like to state in my response.
Could there possibly be a previous permit on the structure that never closed with a final inspection? I think it can only be one of the two issues I mentioned that would cause the building official to not allow continued occupancy of the building.
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[#20] Posted: 04/12/2012 - 03:18:45 AM | | |
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Different towns have different CCO requirements. Morris Township & Summit are 2 that I know of that conduct more stringent inspections.
Who is doing your inspection; is it a 'building code inspector' or is it a 'code inspector'. I know of one town who hired the retired chief of police to conduct 'code inspections'.
If it's the building code inspector, your options are to go the the construction official and talk to him/her OR call the DCA 609- 984-7609. Tell them your situation and they should be able to lead you in the right direction.
(by the way, the former chief of police "failed" a CCO inspection because of failing steel posts in a basement; he then proceeded to hand the RE a contractors card who just happened to be his son) The town shall remain nameless.
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I had to google flexible air connector to learn what that term meant.
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Thanks for posting Marc. I found something similar and sent to the inspector. He's not replied to any of my emails and just returned two phone calls. I suspect he doesn't want to put anything in writing.
I have the owners of two separate HVAC companies trying to contact him to get to the bottom of this as well.
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[#24] Posted: 04/12/2012 - 08:23:27 AM | | |
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Thanks for the input Douglas. I took your advice and sent him a photo of the ductwork showing Class 1 printed on the side. I had also sent him a link to the Chapter 16 section on ducts. I have yet to speak with anyone who can support any notion that our ducts need to be replaced or enclosed. Hoping to wrap up today.
Quote: Originally posted by Douglas HansenYou can go here http://bulk.resource.org/codes...tial.pdfand download a copy of the New Jersey residential code. You will see in the beginning pages of it that no amendments were made to IRC chapter 16, and that the sections you cited do indeed permit class 0 and class 1 ducts. I suggest photographing the "class 1" label and printing out the pages on ducts (chapter 16 is only 4 pages long) and writing a letter stating your case. The city is supposed to have an appeals board for these issues. If they don't, then I would submit it to the city attorney and the town council. If the ducts were class 2 (something that hasn't been placed in houses for over 20 years now) the inspector could legitimately ask to have them replaced. If the ducts were inside an attached garage, he could ask to have that portion within the garage replaced. If there is some other documentable specific failure to comply with the rules in chapter 16, then a correction notice could be issued forcing you to comply with those written rules. It doesn't sound like any of that is the problem, and the real problem is likely to be the one that Bill suspects. You will be doing a favor to your fellow citizens by not knuckling under. Something needs to be brought into compliance in your town, and it isn't your duct system.
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