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Closing off door in condo

ICE said:
Did you ask the fire dept for an opinion? Not that a fire dept. opinion would be a code determination but if the fire dept needed to force entry any delay could make a difference. Even a sign would not be much help in a smoke filled corridor. Just say no.

I just found the other thread where you posted the attachment. I disagree.
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Our illustrious fire department does not want anything to do with this for some reason.
 
jar546 said:
Our illustrious fire department does not want anything to do with this for some reason.
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That says plenty. On the one hand you have the written policy from a previous building official. On the other hand, that policy has holes.

If there is an applicant willing to spend a modest sum on remodeling a kitchen, the added expense of doing away with the door is on them. As to the HOA not wanting to alter a corridor....well then that's on them. There's no upside for the Building Dept in allowing the door to remain and there could certainly be a downside.
 
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