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There are exceptions noted within NFPA 13/24 that allow non-PIV type valves. Now, a local jurisdiction can require control valves to be PIV type. So you need to ask where the AHJ’s requirement originates. Craig Prahl | Jacobs | Fire Protection SME – EV, AM, DC, Special Hazards [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> | www.jacobs.com<https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/www.jacobs.com/__;!!KZTdOCjhgt4hgw!-_khxU8gU0_6jc895I7kRbnU8JghRDsWgqOblZ4jr7Qp2IVbR30VYw_hWvNFtphnl0uWpB9KIvbYi1pvZz4$> 1041 East Butler Road Greenville, South Carolina 29606 CONTACT BY: Phone 1-864-676-5252, Email or MS TEAMS From: [email protected] <[email protected]> Sent: Monday, October 20, 2025 11:54 AM To: [email protected] Subject: [EXTERNAL] [Sprinklerforum] PIV We are trying to remove PIVs, and install a main control valves at risers. AHJ is saying we must have a PIV. Also, we have BFPs before the PIVs. Can anyone help me find in NFPA 13 or 24 the section about PIVs? We are trying to remove PIVs, and install a main control valves at risers. AHJ is saying we must have a PIV. Also, we have BFPs before the PIVs. Can anyone help me find in NFPA 13 or 24 the section about PIVs? ________________________________ NOTICE - This communication may contain confidential and privileged information that is for the sole use of the intended recipient. Any viewing, copying or distribution of, or reliance on this message by unintended recipients is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please notify us immediately by replying to the message and deleting it from your computer.
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