IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: This guide references the International Building Code (IBC), including Section 104.11 (Alternative Materials, Design and Methods of Construction and Equipment) and Section 104.10 (Modifications); the International Fire Code (IFC), including Section 104.9 (Alternative Materials, Design and Methods of Construction and Equipment); NFPA 101, Life Safety Code, including Chapter 1 (Administration, including Section 1.4,…