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hi lo door viewers???

syarn

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3 story; IIB; NFPA13R; 68000sf apartment building (R2); NJ IBC 2006; ANSI A-117.1-2003;

does a specific section of the accessibility code require "hi" and "low" door viewers similar to the requirement for hi-lo drinking fountains?
 
Ansi 1002.9

From the new ADAAG

809.5.5.2 Identification. A means for visually identifying a visitor without opening the residential

dwelling unit entry door shall be provided and shall allow for a minimum 180 degree range of

view.

Advisory 809.5.5.2 Identification. In doors, peepholes that include prisms clarify the

image and should offer a wide-angle view of the hallway or exterior for both standing

persons and wheelchair users. Such peepholes can be placed at a standard height and

permit a view from several feet from the door.
 
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ADA does not apply to most apartment buildings

ICC/ANSI A117.1-2003

1005.5.2 Iden ti fi ca tion. A means for visu ally iden ti fy ing a vis i tor with out open ing the unit entry door shall be pro vided. Peep holes, where used, shall pro vide a min i mum 180–degree range of view.
 
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