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What is the code minimum slope for a patio away from the house?
Sunday, April 10, 2022
A residential patio falls under the category of an an “impervious surface within 10 feet of the building foundation” in the International Residential Code (IRC R401.3), which requires a minimum slope of 2 percent (equivalent to 1/4-inch per foot) away from the house.
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Here’s links to some of our other articles about “PATIOS":
• Should I seal the pavers at my patio and driveway or not?
• What is the average life expectancy of a paver patio?
• Can you build a deck or patio over a septic tank in Florida?
• What is the average life expectancy of a concrete patio?
• What is the average life expectancy of a patio cover roof (insulated and non-insulated)?
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