Join AIA CNJ for a virtual seminar:

New Jersey Rehabilitation Subcode For Residential Projects

Wednesday, September 20, 5:00-7:00

2 AIA HSW LU

Course Number AIACNJ-230328

This seminar is presented by Mr. Jack Daniels. Mr. Daniels is a licensed Code Official and Instructor for the State of NJ, Department of Community Affairs (DCA). He offers instructional services in the building, fire and housing disciplines associated with the various adopted code and practices in the State of NJ. This seminar will review the NJ Rehabilitation Subcode for Residential Projects, select sections of the IEBC, and 2021 updates to these codes. This seminar is designed to be an enhancement to the participant's existing knowledge and understanding of the NJ Rehabilitation Subcode. Participants will have explained and be able to develop a methodical approach for navigating through the NJ Rehab Code. Participants can have questions prepared for seminar discussions. Handout will be distributed to the participants prior to the seminar.

Learning Objective 1:
Participants will learn about that New Jersey has many more existing buildings than new structures and how the Rehab Subcode is applied for all work done to an existing structure.

Learning Objective 2:
Participants will learn about simple and complex construction projects to learn how the multiple sections of the Rehab Code apply. The differences between "repairs", "alterations" and "reconstruction" will be reviewed.

Learning Objective 3:
Participants will gain an understanding of how to develop a systematic and methodical approach of the proper application for various projects, including ones deemed historical.

Learning Objective 4:
Upon seminar conclusion, participants will be able to identify which work type a Rehab project is identifies as, and recognize which Rehab code sections are applicable for the design of an existing structure.

Registration for this session is free for all Central NJ member participants. A Zoom Meeting Link will be distributed to participants one day before the presentation via email.

When you register, please include your AIA number in the Special Instructions field, if applicable. Please contact Elina at [email protected] if you have any questions or request for special accommodations.

Abstract:

This seminar will review all types of Rehabilitation work and is designed to be an enhancement to the participant's existing knowledge and understanding of the Rehab Code. Participants will have explained and be able to develop a methodical approach for navigating through the Rehab Code. The sections of the referenced codes that are applicable will also be reviewed. Participants can have questions prepared for seminar discussions. A workbook or handout will be distributed to the participants prior to the seminar. 

Teaching Style:

The teaching style is interactive and formatted to cover the various learning styles along with creating an environment for discussion. The seminar instruction is developed such that the information will be presented in an interactive lecture style using a PowerPoint presentation coupled with group discussions and handouts of the relative code sections and supplemental supportive documents. These will aid the participants by serving as a guide and involving examples of Rehab projects.

Seminar Purpose:

New Jersey has many more existing buildings than new structures and the Rehab Subcode is required to be used for all work done to an existing structure. It can be confusing to navigate through the Rehab Code for both an applicant and the designer. Proper application of the Rehab Code requires an understanding of the various types to Rehab work and which code sections, as well as which parts of the referenced codes, are applicable. Participants will see simple and complex construction projects to learn how the multiple sections of the Rehab Code apply. Developing a systematic and methodical approach of the proper application for various projects will be discussed. Upon seminar conclusion, participants will be able to identify which work type a Rehab project is identifies as, and recognize which Rehab code sections are applicable for the design of an existing structure.

Seminar Outline:

I. Administrative Information:
    A. Introductions & Statement of Objectives
    B. What is the Rehab Code and why use it (N.J.A.C. 5:23-6.1 & 6.2)
        1. How N.J.A.C. 5:23-6 is referenced by other administrative portions of the UCC (N.J.A.C. 5:23-2.4(a) & (b); N.J.A.C. 5:23-2.5; N.J.A.C. 5:23-2.6)
        2. Types of Rehab projects/work
            a. Repair
            b. Renovation
            c. Alteration
            d. Reconstruction
            e. Change of Use
             f. Additions
                   1. What constitutes an addition
        3. Other Important Definitions
            a. Work Area
            b. Primary Function Space
            c. Tenancy
            d. Diminution
        4. Flood-Resistant Construction requirements (N.J.A.C. 5:23-6.3A)
II. Technical Information: (Brief Overview)
    A. Repair (N.J.A.C. 5:23-6.4)
        1. Work that is not considered repair
        2. Improper Products and Practices
        3. Required Products and Practices
        4. Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarm Requirements
    B. Renovations (N.J.A.C. 5:23-6.5)
        1. All previous items contained within “Repair” restated
        2. Improper Products and Practices
            a. Adds bars, grills and screens over emergency egress windows in R or I-1 uses
        3. Required Products and Practices
            a. Adds water closet replacement requirements, new refrigerant, fireblocking and insulation for exposed framing areas, U-factor for replacement windows, insulation of new ductwork, energy compliance for new lighting systems
    C. Materials and Methods (N.J.A.C. 5:23-6.8)
        1. Referenced codes used
        2. How to determine which edition to use
    D. Alterations (N.J.A.C. 5:23-6.6)
        1. All previous requirements of “Renovations” restated
        2. Required Products and Practices
            a. Adds creating a bedroom in an R use, vehicular impact requirements for gas meter and piping
        3. Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarm Requirements
        4. Adds New Building Elements (N.J.A.C. 5:23-6.9)
    E. Reconstruction (N.J.A.C. 5:23-6.7)
        1. All previous requirements in “Alterations” restated
        2. Required Products and Practices
        3. Basic Requirements compliance
        4. Materials and Methods Requirements
        5. New Building Elements
        6. Supplemental Requirements
    F. New Building Elements (N.J.A.C. 5:23-6.9)
    G. Change of Use (N.J.A.C. 5:23-6.31)
    H. Addition (N.J.A.C. 5:23-6.32)
    I. Historic Buildings (N.J.A.C. 5:23-6.33)
        1. Listed on Historical Registry