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Florida Building Code -Test Protocols for High Velocity Hurricane Zone, Eighth Edition (2023)


The Florida Building Code -Test Protocols for High Velocity Hurricane Zone, Eighth Edition (2023) primary objective of these test protocols is to establish rigorous criteria for evaluating the performance of building components—such as windows, doors, shutters, and roofing systems—under conditions simulating the high winds and flying debris associated with hurricanes. By adhering to these protocols, manufacturers can demonstrate that their products meet the stringent requirements necessary for approval in the HVHZ.

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Book Overview

The Florida Building Code -Test Protocols for High Velocity Hurricane Zone, Eighth Edition (2023) is a specialized set of standards developed to ensure that building materials and systems can withstand the extreme wind forces and debris impacts characteristic of Florida’s HVHZ. This code is particularly pertinent to Miami-Dade and Broward Counties, which are designated as HVHZs due to their susceptibility to intense hurricanes.

Key Aspects:

  • High-Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) Standards
  • Testing Application Standards (TAS)
  • Roofing Application Standard (RAS)

Highlights:

  • This specialized volume, effective December 31, 2023, complements the main Florida Building Code by defining rigorous test standards for building components—particularly roofs—used in High-Velocity Hurricane Zones (HVHZ) such as Miami-Dade and Broward Counties.

About ICC

International Code Council is a leading organization dedicated to developing a single set of comprehensive, coordinated national model construction codes. To date, 48 U.S. states have adopted various international codes from the International Code Council.

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Specifications

Weight 4 lbs
Dimensions 12 × 12 × 3.5 in
  • Publisher: International Code Council
  • Edition/Release Date: December 31, 2023
  • ISBN: 978-1960701121
  • Pages: 420
  • Format: Paperback / Softbound
  • Target Audience: Professionals

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