Assembly occupancies (Chapters 12 and 13)
A reading of NFPA 101 12 as it is commonly cited on an inspection report. The reading explains the section; it does not certify a building or close a citation. The inspector's finding and the code text govern.
MatchExact section: the decoder holds a reading for NFPA 101 12.
Evidence reviewReading prepared from the published text, NFPA 101 2024 edition; readings dated Oct 14, 2026; line-by-line source check pending. Text: NFPA free access (nfpa.org).
AdoptionWhether this standard is in force depends on the state or city that adopts it, and on the edition adopted. The decoder reads it against any of the 51 state records.
What it coversOccupant load posting, seating, flame-resistant decorations and draperies, and crowd managers for larger events.
What usually closes itPost occupant load signs; keep flame-resistance certificates; train crowd managers.
Who can do the workOwner staff; no license required for this task
Proof at re-inspectionCertificates and posted signs.
Questions to ask next: which edition and section the finding is written against, in writing; what exactly was observed and what the inspector expects at re-inspection; the correction deadline on the notice. Disagree with the reading of the code? Ask the inspector for the section and edition in writing, then the fire or building official for a written interpretation.