Council adopts fire code amendments raising some sprinkler thresholds for commercial projects

Jul 15, 2025

The council adopted ordinance changes that, among other revisions, raise the commercial sprinkler threshold and expand permitted use of modified sprinkler systems for certain occupancies while retaining a 50% renovation trigger for multifamily residential buildings.

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Sandy Springs City Council approved amendments to Chapter 22 (Fire Prevention and Protection) and related sections of Chapter 105 (Buildings and Building Regulations) designed to align city rules with commercial development practices and state minimum standards.

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