Building Code Compliance for Saunas and Steam Rooms
The addition of a sauna or steam room to your home, like any significant renovation job, is regulated by the construction code of the regional building authority. Building codes vary from place to place, but in many locales, saunas and steam rooms, because of the consistent presence of steam within these, are subject to specific considerations that don’t apply to an ordinary room. Licenses and Inspections Almost any construction project requires you to obtain a construction permit from the regional…