• What does it cover?
• Where does it apply?
• Who enforces it?
• Who can help me with a question?
• Where can I get a copy?
• Where can I learn more about it?
• What if I don't agree with an interpretation by my code official?

What does it cover?

This chapter of the State Building Code is an optional set of requirements that require the installation of an automatic fire sprinkler system in most nonresidential buildings, both existing and new. Sprinklers are also required in some multi family and single family attached housing. The provisions are more restrictive than the state's adopted model code, the 2006 International Building Code and are only applicable in those jurisdictions that have adopted them into law and have notified Building Codes and Standards at the Department of Labor and Industry accordingly.

Where does it apply?

This chapter applies to all jurisdictions that have specifically adopted 1306.

Who enforces it?

Local building officials and their inspectors enforce this chapter of the code.

Who can help me with a question? 

You can contact your local building official, one of their inspectors, or the Building Codes and Standards at the Department of Labor and Industry with questions.

Where can I get a copy?

You can directly access chapter 1306 of the State Building Code by clicking on Chapter 1306 in parts or Entire Chapter 1306 . You can review this chapter of the code at the office of your local building official, Building Codes and Standards at the  Department of Labor and Industry, many local libraries. You can purchase chapter 1306 as part of the State Building Code from Minnesota's Bookstore.

Where can I learn more about it?

Information about and training in various subjects of the State Building Code may be offered by various agencies and organizations. For information about the code or notice of any current training opportunities, contact the Builders Association of Minnesota (BAM), American Institute of Architects (AIA Minnesota) or Building Codes and Standards at the Department of Labor and Industry.

What if I don't agree with my code official?

You should first make sure you understand what the code says about the subject and how your local building official or their inspector is interpreting the applicable code section(s). To assist you with this, you may want to research the background of the provision(s) through your building official or staff from Building Codes and Standards at the Department of Labor and Industry. If you still disagree, you may be able to appeal the local building official's final decision to that municipality's board of appeals. This is a group of individuals that will meet, discuss, and vote on the matter. If that municipality does not have a board of appeals, you can submit a request to be heard by the State Appeals Board.