Can a six-story hotel use residential sprinklers in the dwelling units and corridors without applying light hazard installation criteria?

A six-story hotel can indeed use residential sprinklers in the dwelling units and corridors, but there are specific conditions under which this is permissible. The adoption of residential sprinklers is generally allowed as part of a more flexible and potentially cost-saving approach to fire protection in certain light hazard situations.

In this context, the hotel is classified as a residential facility, and under applicable codes, if the conditions are met — such as the configuration of the building, occupancy type, and adherence to local fire codes — residential sprinklers can be implemented without having to adhere strictly to the more stringent light hazard installation criteria.

It is essential for contractors to understand the distinctions between residential and commercial sprinkler systems and the specific codes or standards that govern their use in various types of buildings. The flexibility provided by using residential sprinklers helps in meeting both safety and economic objectives while ensuring adequate fire protection for the occupants. Thus, the answer recognizes the potential applicability of residential sprinklers in the specified setting.