Interpretation #6602

Published August 29, 2010

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Original Request

Code Version
2007
Code
RESIDENT
Code Description
Chapter
44
Section
R4410.2.4.2
Topic

Question

Is it the intent of of that section of the Code
that if the finish floor of a residence is 8
inches above the exterior grade, and the window
sill is at less than 4 ft. from the exterior
grade and, or the fin. floor of the residence
safeguards are required.

Answer Published 08/29/2010 at 11:58 AM

No.

Commentary

All parameters stated in this section must be considered. including the size of the glazed panels, ..."glazed panel 24 inches (610 mm) or more in width and 9 square feet (0.84 m2) or more in area."