I tried to determine if I can add a box to an existing handrail. The existing handrail post space is at 7 foot. If I used 50 plf applied at the top (IBC 1607.7.1), then which mean I have to use 350# to design for the post.
If I use another IBC section 1607.7.1.1 which required 200# apply at...
I have a house located in SF-5000 Base Zone; Seattle WA. The total sq ft I have is almost 6000 sq ft 3-story. Can I deduct the garage, stairwells and closets to reduce the sq ft area less than the limited?