Problem: A 2 story bank is constructed with reinforced masonry walls and the floor and structural framework consists of reinforced concrete and steel. The roof is composed of timber. A sprinkler system has been installed. The building has dimensions L by 0.5L. The plan view of the building and frontage area are shown below: ↑
Problem: A 2 story bank is constructed with reinforced masonry walls and the floor and structural framework consists of reinforced concrete and steel. The roof is composed of timber. A sprinkler system has been installed. The building has dimensions L by 0.5L. The plan view of the building and frontage area are shown below: ↑
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A 2-story bank is constructed with reinforced masonry walls, and the floor and structural framework consist of reinforced concrete and steel. The roof is composed of timber. A sprinkler system has been installed. The building has dimensions L by 0.5L. The plan view of the building and frontage area are shown below:
**Diagram Explanation:**
- The diagram is a rectangular area representing a "Frontage Area" surrounding a central "Building Area."
- The "Building Area" is positioned centrally within the frontage.
- Measurements from the building to the edge of the frontage area are provided:
- 18 ft above the building.
- 20 ft to the left of the building.
- 10 ft to the right of the building.
- 30 ft below the building.

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**a) What are the construction type and occupancy group of this building?**
Assume the construction type corresponds to unprotected B (e.g., Type IB, Type IIB, etc.).
- The occupancy group is B (business). The construction type is Type IIB.
**b) What is the maximum permissible height and number of stories this building is allowed to be under the IBC guidelines?**
- The maximum permissible height is 75 feet, and the number of stories allowed is 4 since a sprinkler system is installed.
**c) Calculate the frontage factor.**
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