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mrz
03-25-2005, 04:25 AM
When adding a second story to a single story ranch, can the 2 new
upstairs bathrooms share the same sewerline?

Rich
03-25-2005, 05:22 AM
They can if it's sized correctly.. I'm thinking 4" would do it.

bkrahmer
03-25-2005, 08:00 PM
3" is probably more than enough. Here is an online code reference: http://www.metrokc.gov/health/plumbing/unitvalues.htm It's for Seattle, but pretty much mirrors UPC. Two normal bath, i.e. lav, tub/shower, toilet would be 12 fixture units. 3" takes up to 35 fixture units horizontal and 48 vertical.

Rich
03-25-2005, 08:13 PM
I guess I'm too used to commercial construction and my current project. :)