Closet / storage ANSI A117.1 2003

[error404]

Sorry, for this dumb question but: does an L shape storage/closet (about 5'x5' - with a 24x24 notch) requires to be accessible? this is for an A-2 assembly (restaurant)... It will be the owner's private storage area.

thanks a lot!

Regards,

 

[Msradell]

No, it's not a public accessible area nor in the area used by employees.

 

[mark handler]

No, it's not a public accessible area nor in the area used by employees.

I agree, an owner's private storage area, not required to be accessible.

 

[error404]

Thanks, that should do it then!

Now, how about if employees had access to it? but the storage is physically too small to be accessible?

I remember reading an exception for Dwelling Units and Sleeping Units for maximum in depth. in a closet. (let me look it up: 1002.3.2 Exception A turning space is not required within closets or pantries that are 48 inches (1220 mm) )

Is there anything like that for commercial?

thanks!

 

[Mr. Inspector]

2012 IBC 1109.9 Storage: 5% but not less than one must be accessable. And only 5% but not less than one shelves/coat hooks in the closet must be accessable.

 

[error404]

Thanks Rick, I was just looking in ANSI... I should have also look in IBC.

The governing code is 2003. The only thing that I found is this:

"1109.8 Storage. Where fixed or built-in storage elements such

as cabinets, shelves, medicine cabinets, closets and drawers are

provided in required accessible spaces, at least one of each type

shall contain storage space complying with ICC A117.1."