Unified Development Ordinance, 32nd Supplement, July 2024

Article 11.6. ​Housing Code | CHAPTER 11. ​BUILDING AND HOUSING CODE

6. Ceilings a. There shall be no joists which are decayed, broken, sagging, or improperly supported. b. There shall be no holes or excessive cracks which permit air or moisture to penetrate rooms. c. There shall be no loose plaster, boards, gypsum wall board, or other ceiling finish. d. Ceiling joists shall be structurally sound. e. Only standard building materials deemed acceptable by general building standards as set forth by this UDO, the North Carolina Building Code, the North Carolina Residential Code, and as confirmed by the Inspector, shall be used on a ceiling to prevent air or moisture intrusion. 7. Roofs a. There shall be no rafters which are decayed, broken, or improperly supported. b. No rafters shall be damaged by fire. c. Sheathing shall not be loose and shall be structurally sound. d. No loose roof covering shall be allowed, nor shall there be any holes or leaks which could cause damage to the structure. e. There shall be proper flashing at walls and roof penetrations. The roof and flashing shall be sound, tight, and have no defects that admit rain. f. Roof drainage shall be adequate to prevent dampness or deterioration in the walls or interior portion of the structure. Roof drains, gutters and downspouts shall be maintained in good repair and free from obstructions. g. Roof water shall not be discharged in a manner that creates a public nuisance. h. No live or dead vegetation, tree branches or other debris that affects roof drainage or future roof degradation shall be allowed to remain on the roof structure. i. New roof coverings shall not be installed without first removing existing roof covering where any of the following conditions exist:

between the building envelope and the perimeter of windows, doors and skylights shall be maintained weather resistant and watertight. All metal surfaces subject to rust or corrosion shall be stabilized and coated to inhibit future rust and corrosion. Oxidation stains shall be removed from any exterior surfaces, except for surfaces designed to be stabilized by oxidation. h. Approved corrosion-resistant flashing shall be provided in the exterior wall envelope in such a manner to prevent entry of water into the wall cavity or penetration of water to the building structural framing components. Aluminum flashing may not be used in contact with cementitious material or treated woods. i. Only standard building materials deemed acceptable by general building standards as set forth by this UDO, the North Carolina Building Code, the North Carolina Residential Code, and as confirmed by the Inspector, shall be used to repair exterior walls. 5. Walls, Interior a. The interior finish shall be free of holes and cracks which permit excessive air or moisture to penetrate rooms. b. No loose plaster, loose boards or other loose wall materials shall be allowed. c. Only standard building materials deemed acceptable by general building standards as set forth by this UDO, the North Carolina Building Code, the North Carolina Residential Code, and as confirmed by the Inspector, shall be used on a wall to prevent air or moisture intrusion. d. There shall be no decayed, insect-damaged or termite-damaged studs. e. There shall be no broken or cracked studs or other broken or cracked structural members allowed. f. Only standard building materials deemed acceptable by general building standards as set forth by this UDO, the North Carolina Building Code, the North Carolina Residential Code, and as confirmed by the Inspector, shall be used to repair interior walls.

11 – 21 Published July 2024

Part 10: Unified Development Ordinance City of Raleigh, North Carolina

Supp. No. 32