scope:

This code shall regulate the design, installation, alteration and inspection of mechanical systems that are permanently installed, and those systems utilized to provide control of environmental conditions and related processes within buildings. This code shall also regulate those mechanical systems, system components, equipment and appliances specifically addressed herein. Mechanical equipment or systems not specifically addressed in this code shall be approved by the building official in accordance with Section 105.2. The installation of fuel gas distribution piping and equipment, fuel gas-fired appliances and fuel gas-fired appliance venting systems are found in Appendix C.

Purpose.

The purpose of this code is to provide minimum standards to safeguard life or limb, health, property and public welfare by regulating and controlling the design, construction, installation and location of mechanical systems.