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    May 20, 2008, 04:42 PM
    Exterior plumbing vents
    Should exterior plumbing vents be at least 3 ft above operable doors and windows?
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    May 20, 2008, 05:41 PM
    Standard Plumbing Code say 2 feet above any ventilation opening, door or window, nor shall any such vent terminal be within 10 feet horizontally of any such opening. Regards, Tom
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    May 21, 2008, 12:22 PM
    It is far more desirable to terminate the vent above the roof line. Can you tell us more about what you are doing? Thanks, Bob
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