Dave Conner
Registered User
Hi,
I wanted to find out what the code requirements are for a door between a kitchen and a stairwell that leads to an unconditioned basement. During our renovation the inspector requested that an exterior door be installed to separate our kitchen from the basement stairs leading to an unconditioned basement. I haven't had the opportunity yet to speak with the inspector directly and the contractor on site during the inspection did not provide the explanation. I am concerned about the appearance of a standard prehung exterior door and the possibility that a threshold might be a tripping hazard at the top of the stairs. We did intend to install a door.
Thank you
I wanted to find out what the code requirements are for a door between a kitchen and a stairwell that leads to an unconditioned basement. During our renovation the inspector requested that an exterior door be installed to separate our kitchen from the basement stairs leading to an unconditioned basement. I haven't had the opportunity yet to speak with the inspector directly and the contractor on site during the inspection did not provide the explanation. I am concerned about the appearance of a standard prehung exterior door and the possibility that a threshold might be a tripping hazard at the top of the stairs. We did intend to install a door.
Thank you