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103A.13 - ALTERNATE MATERIALS AND METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION.

        103A.13  ALTERNATE MATERIALS AND METHODS OF
      CONSTRUCTION.
         The provisions of the state building code shall not prevent the
      use of any material or method of construction not specifically
      prescribed therein, provided any such alternate has been approved by
      the building code commissioner.
         The commissioner may approve any alternate if the commissioner
      finds that the proper design is satisfactory and that the material,
      method, or work offered is, for the purpose intended, at least the
      equivalent of that prescribed in the state building code in quality,
      strength, effectiveness, fire resistance, durability, and safety.
         The commissioner shall require that sufficient evidence or proof
      be submitted to substantiate any claim that may be made regarding
      alternate use.
         Section History: Early Form
         [C73, 75, 77, 79, 81, § 103A.13]
         Referred to in § 103A.14