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Thanks. That's what I thought, but I am a newbie and the codes are so hard to read/understand. I almost wonder, however, if 10 feet of 2" pipe, an elbow, and a tee really cost more than the extra flashing material and vent cap. (or maybe it doesn't need a cap?) As I thought about it...

I am designing for new construction in northern Utah, which has adopted the 2006 IPC. 2 floor drains: 2", no load laundry group: 3 d.f.u. laundry sink: 1.5" washer: 2"??? kitchen group: 2 d.f.u. kitchen sink (+possible future DW): 1.5" bathroom group: 5 d.f.u. tub/shower: 1.5"...

"It is clearly evident that human excrement possesses the capability to transmit various diseases. For this reason, it should also be evident that the composting of humanure is a serious undertaking and should not be done in a frivolous, careless or haphazard manner. The pathogens that may be...

Even simpler approach: Tell your family not to take long showers -- when the hot water is gone, it's gone. Low flow shower heads will help, but cannot compensate for irresponsible user behavior.

It seems to me that *any* space with *any* fuel-burning appliance should have a CO detector installed. (King of overkill speaking. I hope this suggestion doesn't make it into any building code, but it makes sense to me.)

Ah, there's a solution: cat poop is also great for composting. Properly managed compost piles do not stink. Research "humanure" to learn how do to it right. Think: If your cat were an outdoor cat, where would the poop end up?