Hotels (Chapter 28 new, Chapter 29 existing)
A reading of NFPA 101 28 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 28.
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 coversThe hotel occupancy chapters: alarm, sprinklers where required, evacuation diagrams in guest rooms, and the emergency plan and staff training.
What usually closes itPost evacuation diagrams in every guest room; write or update the emergency plan; train staff and keep records.
Who can do the workOwner staff; no license required for this task
Proof at re-inspectionThe plan, the training roster and photos of the room diagrams.
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.