Interpretation #6809

Published August 01, 2011

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Original Request

Code Version
2007
Code
BUILDING
Code Description
Building
Chapter
24
Section
2411.3.2.1
Topic
Enclosed stairs

Question

Is it the intent of the Code to consider enclosed egress stairs that are not required to be enclosed by Code, egress stairs from an open parking garage, as habitable with respect to Exception 1 to the subject Code Section and therby require infiltration testing of said doors?

Answer Published 08/01/2011 at 9:24 AM

No. Exception 1 applies.

Commentary

None.