§ 102 — Alternative Materials, Methods, and Insulating Systems
Baltimore City Code (current through Ord. 26-129 (July 17, 2026); publication of Oct. 18, 2026) · Baltimore City Code, Building Codes, Part IX-A, Section 102
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Section 102. Alternative Materials, Methods, and Insulating Systems
102.1 General. The provisions of this Code are not intended to prevent the installation of any material or to prohibit any method of construction or insulation system not specifically prescribed by this Code, as long as that alternative has been approved. An alternative material, method, or insulation system may be approved if the Code Official finds in writing that, for the purpose intended: 1. the proposed alternative is satisfactory and complies with the intent of this Code, and 2. the material, method, or work offered is, for the purpose intended, at least the equivalent of that prescribed in this Code in quality, strength, effectiveness, fire resistance, durability, and safety. 102.1.1 Above code programs. {As in IECC-C}