I’m looking for a code or standard for foundation/crawl space vent to grade clearance. Appreciate any help.
I do not think crawl spaces should be vented .
https://buildingscience.com/documents/information-sheets/crawlspace-insulation
http://www.advancedenergy.org/portal/crawl_spaces/pdfs/Double%20Duty.pdf
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Don’t think there is one. Common sense applies though. If too close, add a vent/window well.
I don’t think the general IRC has one. My state(north carolina 2012) amended IRC code has one though. Not sure how much this will help you.
SECTION R408
WALL-VENTED CRAWL SPACES
R408.1.2 Foundation vent location.
…Vent dams shall be provided
when the bottom of the foundation vent opening is
less than 4 inches above the finished exterior grade.