For residential occupancies, a 13R sprinkler system is permitted by the building codes for many applications, and a 13R system offers numerous economic advantages for the building owner. Most notably, with a 13R system, attics and concealed spaces do not have to be protected with sprinklers.
But, be careful! Although the building codes permit a 13R system for residential occupancies, a 13R system is not permitted when a 13 system is used by the Architect for tradeoffs to other code requirements.