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  • Stair requirements are width not less than 36 inches.

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  • Maximum riser height 8 1/4 inches, maximum tread depth 9 inches.

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  • Headroom height for doors is 6 feet 8 inches.

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  • Handrail heights are minimum 34 inches and maximum 38 inches.

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  • If located more than 30 inches above grade porches, balconies, or raised floor surfaces a 36 inch guardrail is required with spindles space not more than 4 inches apart.

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  • In accordance with 2013 Residential Code of Ohio and 2017 Ohio Building Code

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  • 38 inches

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