NFPA 80A-2017 PDF Download

The NFPA 80A-2017 standard provides guidelines for preventing fire spread between neighboring buildings. It emphasizes the importance of ensuring that building plans comply with the latest recommended guidelines to limit fire spread.

The standard addresses various aspects of fire protection and includes recommendations for separation distances between buildings, considering factors such as exterior openings and construction features. It also covers means of protection, including types of protection, evaluation, selection, and application.

This edition of NFPA 80A is essential for authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), architects, insurance professionals, and fire protection engineers. It incorporates recent editions of referenced standards, such as NFPA 13 (Installation of Sprinkler Systems) and NFPA 80 (Standard for Fire Doors and Other Opening Protectives), as well as current ASTM and UL publications.