This practical, reader-friendly guide to the 2009 International Residential Code? is the perfect tool for learning what it includes and how to apply it. The 2009 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE COMMENTARY, VOLUME 1 targets the regulations set forth in chapters 1 through 11, taking the full text of the code from these chapters and pairing it with valuable commentaries on its real-world applications. Designed to instill a deeper understanding of the code, the book has it all: the rules and regulations of the code, its tables and figures, its practical implications, and the potential consequences that could result from not following it. This thorough coverage, combined with a clear, straightforward writing style, makes this a must-have reference for anyone seeking an enhanced knowledge of the 2009 IRC.