May 25, 2017 · without an occupied roof, access to the roof from the top story shall be permitted to be by an alternating tread device. 1009.16.1 Roof access. Where a stairway is provided to a roof, access to the roof shall be provided through a penthouse complying with Section 1509.2. Exception: In buildings without an occupied roof, access

Oct 20, 2009 · Unrelated tidbit; In Taiwan the top floor of multi-family housing is very desirable because it is assumed that top-floor tenancy comes with roof access - and a place for the kids to play with kiddie toys and pools, rooftop gardens, and personal space. Then the problems develop when somebody adds a few walls and a roof and gets a "free" bedroom.

May 19, 2018 · Exception: Other than where required by Section 1011.12.1, in buildings without an occupied roof access to the roof from the top story shall be permitted to be by an alternating tread device, a ships ladder or a permanent ladder. I looked at what I can find of the Chicago Building Code and did not find anything similar to Ca. code.

Jul 7, 2015 · Where access involves climbing over parapet walls, the height shall be measured to the top of the parapet wall. Permanent ladders installed to provide the required access shall comply with the following minimum design criteria: 1. The side railing shall extend above the parapet or roof edge not less than 30 inches (762 mm). 2.

Mar 18, 2014 · CBC 1015.6 Mechanical equipment, systems and devices Guards shall be provided where various components that require service are located within 10 feet (3048 mm) of a roof edge or open side of a walking surface and such edge or open side is located more than 30 inches (762 mm) above the floor, roof or grade below.

Apr 10, 2013 · Where equipment requiring access or appliances are located on an elevated structure or the roof of a building such that personnel will have to climb higher than 16 feet (4877 mm) above grade to access such equipment or appliances, an interior or exterior means of access shall be provided.

Oct 17, 2009 · I've mounted my main panel in the garage on the wall common to the house. I'm really protective of structure, so rather than drill a bunch of holes through the top plate, I'd like to enter through the wall just under the plate and create a small soffit to conceal the wires on the other side before entering the attic.

NFPA 101 – 2006 Edition: 7.2.1.5.8 If a stair enclosure allows access to the roof of the building, the door to the roof either shall be kept locked or shall allow re-entry from the roof. IBC-2003 and 2006: 1018.1 …

Mar 23, 2010 · These walls can terminate at a top enclosure under the wood trusses. Access to this refuse chute must be through a room enclosed by fire barriers per Section 708.13.3 (IBC 2009). The fire barrier walls enclosing the access room on the third floor are required to terminate at the roof deck.

Oct 11, 2012 · I would like to know if lights must be provided for roof top units. I know a GFI receptacle is required, but I can't find anything about a light. I read on Mike Holt's forum that a local NJ utility company won't work on gas fired RTU's unless there is a light. Sounds goofy, but in NJ, anything goes...and it usually does.Thanks