Interpretation #8155

Published August 20, 2018

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Original Request

Code Version
2017
Code
BUILDING
Code Description
Chapter
Section
3007.6.4
Topic
Elevator lobby size

Question

Is it the intent of section 3007.6.4 that if an enclosed fire service access elevator lobby is provided at the level of exit discharge it must meet the minimum size requirement of 150 square feet

Answer Published 08/20/2018 at 7:45 AM

Yes, Although, Section 3007.6.2 gives an exception where enclosed FSAE lobby would not be required at the levels of exit discharge, if an enclosure is built - it needs to meet the requirements of 3007.6.4.
The ICC commentary states that the size needs to be adequate for conducting necessary fire fighter operations. It states most teams are composed of 3-4 fire fighters. Therefore the size.

Commentary

None.