I try not to disparage building officials, but this is a new thread related to a previous one, discussing an issue where language is inadequate in code, and literal readings do not serves the spirit of the code:
The IBC provides numerous exceptions for R-2 and R-3 uses, I am unable to find interpretation describing the intent of "within dwelling units", which seemingly refers to that which serves a single residential unit, not which is within the envelope of that unit: Example, whether a egress stair that serves a single unit it inside the building, or outside the building.
Reasonable professionals and B.O. don't differentiate whether the component is enclosed, literal reading considers it inside the building.
Looking forward to something concrete... in lieu of IBC elaborating on this.
The IBC provides numerous exceptions for R-2 and R-3 uses, I am unable to find interpretation describing the intent of "within dwelling units", which seemingly refers to that which serves a single residential unit, not which is within the envelope of that unit: Example, whether a egress stair that serves a single unit it inside the building, or outside the building.
Reasonable professionals and B.O. don't differentiate whether the component is enclosed, literal reading considers it inside the building.
Looking forward to something concrete... in lieu of IBC elaborating on this.