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  1. RCT

    Roof Paver Deck Railing 4" spacing or 21" spacing?

    This has always been a gray area in the code for interpretations, most guard manufactures would build a compliant guard for this type of situation, however if a fence company installs some fence, there are many a fence that does not comply with guard load requirements, just as the fence barrier...
  2. RCT

    Lock on Balcony Door in R-2 Apartment

    The question is at what square footing does the balcony become large enough to be considered to require a MOE? That's simple, always however what has always been seen as spaced used has also been seen as open access, unless a stunt is pulled. The truth is, if you don't allow the lock, they...
  3. RCT

    Spiral Staircase, R-3

    Glenn, Pretty sure you already got your answer on this, however there is an incorrect note on your posting. Spirals have a riser restriction of 9-1/2" maximum riser which you posted. However, I underlined your note on the 10ft total rise with your note of 12 risers in the flight. The 10ft...
  4. RCT

    folding attic stairways

    Sounds like an exception is needed.....
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