The
garage is physically attached to the house as an addition. Since this 
type of
garage is part of the main residential structure, it may or may not have
habitable living space immediately above it. Because the attached garage
is connected to the residential structure, certain measures should be taken to
minimize the hazards associated with fuels and fuel exhaust. The walls
immediately adjacent to all habitable space should be separated from the
residence and the attic areas by at least 1/2 inch gypsum board applied to the
garage sides. If living space is immediately above the garage area, there
can be no holes or open penetrations in the gypsum board. Some
jurisdictions require 5/8 FIRE-X gypsum when used in a garage.
General
Detached Garages
Garage Structure Common
Defects
