scope:

The provisions of this code shall apply to the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, removal and demolition of detached one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses not more than three stories above grade plane in height with a separate means of egress and their accessory structures not more than three stories above grade plane in height.

Exception:

The following shall be permitted to be constructed in accordance with this code where provided with a residential fire sprinkler system complying with Section P2904:

1. Live/work units located in townhouses and complying with the requirements of Section 419 of the South Carolina Building Code.

2. Owner-occupied lodging houses with five or fewer guestrooms.

3. A care facility with five or fewer persons receiving custodial care within a dwelling unit.

4. A care facility with five or fewer persons receiving medical care within a dwelling unit.

5. A care facility for five or fewer persons receiving care that are within a single-family dwelling.