A Type V-B construction, the most basic, does not require a fire resistance rating for any of the building elements. The building elements are the primary structural frame, bearing walls, non-bearing walls, floor construction, and roof construction.
Construction Type Classification
The different construction classifications are found in Section 602 of the International Building Code.
All buildings shall be classified in one of the five construction types which are defined in Sections 602.2 through 602.5.
To classify for a specific construction type, the building elements must have a fire-resistance rating not less than that s.
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Things to Note
While you now have a better understanding of the Type of Construction classifications noted above, it is important to know that they are also further subdivided into two categories that are used to identify differences in the degree of fire resistance required.
These subdivided categories are as follows: IA and IB, IIA and IIB, IIIA and IIIB, VA an.
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Type 1 – Type I Construction
What is Type I Construction?
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Type 2 – Type II Construction
What is Type II Construction?
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Type 3 – Type III Construction
What is Type III Construction?
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Type 4 – Type IV Construction
What is Type IV Construction?
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Type 5 – Type V Construction
What is Type V Construction?
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What Are The 5 Types of Construction?
The 5 types of construction classifications are:Type I, Type II, Type III, Type IV, & Type V.
Every building you see has been classified into one out of five types of construction.
Chapter 6 of the International Building Code (IBC) outlines the requirements to correctly classify a building by its type of construction.
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What is 3B construction type?
Type III-B:
Unprotected Combustible.
Also known as "ordinary" construction; has brick or block walls with a. wooden roof or floor assembly which is not protected against fire.
These buildings are frequently found in "warehouse" districts of older cities. 2 Hr.
Exterior Walls*.
No fire resistance for structural frame, floors, ceilings, or roofs. ,
What is the meaning of Type 5 construction?
Type IV is the classification for heavy timber construction that uses noncombustible materials on the exterior, as well as interior construction of heavy timber or laminates that does not create a concealed space.
Type V construction is a fairly broad classification.
It uses ,any structural element constructed from a material permitted by the code.
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What is Type V-B construction?
TYPE V-B--Unprotected Wood Frame (Examples of Type V-N construction are single family homes and garages.
They often have exposed wood so there is no fire resistance.) Note exceptions in the building code for fire resistance ratings of exterior walls and opening protection.