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�MyBui ldi ngPermi t xom <br /> a service of eCityGov.net Construction Tip Sheet 13 <br /> Accessible Ramps and Landings <br /> This tip sheet reflects code requirements of the 2021 International Building Code (IBC) and ICC <br /> A117.1-2017 with Washington State Amendments. �1�7� 0 Ta luc <br /> Handrail <br /> 12' In. <br /> 12' in. <br /> [Landing <br /> `v <br /> Ramp <br /> tit <br /> + Y <br /> e <br /> Typical Ramp Features <br /> Ramps r <br /> ❑ Slope: The maximum ramp slope shall be 1 unit rise to4i�- units run. (IBC 1012.2, ICC 405.2) <br /> ❑ Rise: The maximum rise for any ramp run is 30 inches. (IBC 1012.4, ICC 405.6) <br /> ❑ Width: Ramps shall not be less than the required egress width for corridors by IBC 1020.3; in <br /> no case shall the ramp width be less than 36 inches for <br /> ...tarps, measured between handrails or other projections. (IBC 1012.5.1, 1101.2.2, ICC 403.5.1) <br /> ❑ Surface: Ramp surfaces shall be stable, firm, and slip resistant. (ICC 405.2, ICC 302) <br /> ❑ Drainage: Exposed exterior ramps and their approaches shall be constructed to prevent the <br /> accumulation of water on walking surfaces. ([CC 405.10) <br /> ❑ Cross Slope: Maximum ramp cross slopes shall not be steeper than 1 unit rise to 48 units run. <br /> (IBC 1012.3, ICC 405.3) <br /> ❑ Headroom: Headroom shall not be less than 80 inches. (ICC 307.2) <br /> Handrails ig '5'jcrc <br /> ❑ Rise: Ramps with a rise greater than des require handrails. (ICC 405.8) <br /> ❑ Height: Handrails must be a maximum uniform height between 34 inches minimum and 38 <br /> inches measured above the finish surface. (IBC 1014.2.1; ICC 505.4) <br /> ❑ Extension: 4he top <br /> run <br /> ❑ Continuity: Handrails must be continuous except at points of access along the ramp. Handrail <br /> grasping surfaces shall not be obstructed. (IBC 1014.4; ICC 505.3) <br /> March 5,2024 MyBuildingPermit.com I Accessible Ramps and Landings 1 <br /> e0tyGov.net <br /> 2006-.'oCigGv+A'fanco <br />