Section 1026 of the International Fire Code is hereby amended by the addition of a new Section 1026.6 – Fire alarm and sprinkler zones:

1026.6 Fire Alarm and Sprinkler Zones. When fire walls and/or horizontal exits are provided the fire alarm and sprinkler systems shall be zoned to coincide with the horizontal exits.

Exception: Sprinkler zoning is not required in existing construction if fire alarm initiating devices provide the same level of occupant notification that a zoned sprinkler system would provide.