What is Type II-B Construction?

Jun 19, 2018

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New construction, whether it is for a single family home, small business, or large complex, requires builders and companies to follow strict guidelines to ensure safety for all involved.

Every building is classified as a construction type based on the materials used to build and the fire resistance rating of the materials. The five main types of construction are outlined below:

  • Type I – Fire Resistive
  • Type II – Non-Combustible
  • Type III – Ordinary (Exterior Protected)
  • Type IV – Heavy Timber
  • Type V – Wood Frame

In our ongoing luxury project, The Residences at 66 High Street, we build to fit guidelines of Type II-B construction. Type II-B construction is an uncommon form of construction in Luxury Real Estate condominium developments such as this. The walls and roof are constructed from non-combustible materials, such as masonry, tilt slab, or metal. Weight bearers in Type II-B buildings are typically steel beams.

Type II-B construction is one of the reasons The Residences at 66 High Street has won the Home Builders and Remodelers Association of Connecticut’s distinguished HOBI Awards for:

  • BEST Condominium Community
  • BEST Luxury Condominium Unit
  • BEST Historic Rehab
  • 2016 PROJECT OF THE YEAR

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