IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: This guide references NFPA 101, Life Safety Code; the International Building Code (IBC); the International Fire Code (IFC); NFPA 1, Fire Code; NFPA 5000, Building Construction and Safety Code; NFPA 13 (sprinkler systems); NFPA 72 (National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code); NFPA 220 (construction types); the International Existing Building Code (IEBC); and the…