Answer: An acceptance criteria is developed when an application is received for an ICC-ES report on a product that is an alternative to what is specified in the code, and there is no existing criteria that would apply to the product. Acceptance criteria may also be developed when the codes are not clear in a particular area or on specific issues related to a product; when industry raises concerns regarding report requirements; or when a new criteria is deemed necessary by the report applicant, ICC-ES staff, or the ICC-ES Evaluation Committee.

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