Sprinkler of exterior balconies, decks, and patios of commercial property.
Columbus City Codes § 2509.06
in effect2509.06 - Sprinkler of exterior balconies, decks, and patios of commercial property.
Where a building is provided with a fire sprinkler system in accordance with NFPA 13 or 13R (except limited area systems), sprinkler protection shall be provided for exterior canopies, porches, balconies, decks, patios, and similar spaces where used for assembly purposes such as dining or consumption of alcohol, provided there is a roof or deck above, regardless of the type of construction.
Source: City of Columbus, City Codes and City Charter (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/oh/columbus/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TIT25FIPRCO_CH2509FIPRSY_2509.06SPEXBADEPACOPRFetched: 10/27/2026
