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door clearance at landing

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    Stair Landing Behind Door

    This building is a duplex - therefore I am categorizing this building under the IRC. I am working with another Architect, and this concept was brought to me. At the base of the stair, there would be a raised portion of the floor 7.5" above the finished floor - essentially the stairs first...
  2. BayPointArchitect

    Door clearance at landing - push side

    Given: Jurisdiction enforces both ANSI A117.1 and 2010 ADA An existing push-pull door with closer. No latch. Just a double-cylinder key lock. A small brick pilaster is located above the landing and near the strike side of the doorway. If this door had a latch and closer, then the 12 inches...
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