Stair code exceptions
Stair code exceptions
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Not sure this is the right place for this post but here goes. I'm designing a log cabin for a customer that has a loft. This cabin is not designed for and cannot be considered a permanent residence(it's primary use may be a hunting camp or family retreat). Normally the loft in this type of cabin would be accessed via a ladder designed and constructed on site. This customer wants to put in a set of stairs that cannot be built to IRC code in his state. According to Codes in the IRC I've determined that the loft is not considered a "Habitable Area" due to area restrictions. The next term that came to mind was "Attic". If a pull down ladder is acceptable to access an elevated area then is there some exception for a none code set of stairs?
Doug
Doug





RE: Stair code exceptions
Have you considered a code-compliant spiral stair?
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Doug
RE: Stair code exceptions
Here is a nice visual guide:
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"Attic stairs are generally steeper than other stairs in the home, and your local building codes may make exceptions or they may not."
If this is the case it may give the customer a chance to get the stairs in where he wants them. It's easy enough for me to not show anything as far as access to these elevated areas and eliminate any liability to our company. This happens frequently though and I like to be able to explain to perspective customers why or why not certain things can or cannot be done.
Doug
RE: Stair code exceptions
Consider talking to your building department for their interpretation.
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Thanks again
Doug