Reference · Codes & Standards
Authority Having JurisdictionAHJ
The organization, office or individual responsible for enforcing the code and approving equipment and installations — typically the fire marshal or building official. Their adopted edition and amendments govern.
NFPA 72: 3.2.2
Section numbers vary by edition — confirm in the edition your AHJ has adopted.
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