As a representative of the Virginia Society of the American Institute of Architects (VSAIA), we do not support the following proposed code change.

IRC R313.2 regarding sprinklering one-and two-family dwellings - as currently written in the 2009 IRC.  We might be supportive of other exceptions, such as: lack of adequate water source; separation distances; and rated construction.  We may also be supportive of incentives for providing sprinklers.