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� � � Bellevue • Bothell • Issaquah • Kenmore • Kirkland • Mercer Is/and • Sammamish • Snoqualmie • Woodinville CONSTRUCTION TIP SHEET 2 .� NlyBuildin�Permit.com Handrails October 2004 Handrails are continuous for the full length of the flight. Handrails may be interrupted by a newel post at a turn. GENERAL INFORMATION: 2003 I RC � � � � / � � � / ................... ..............:: � Handrail ends returned' to the wall or terminated in newel posts or safety terminals. i Typical Handrail Elevation R311.5.6 The handrail may ^�^��^' a maximum of 4- required stair wid 1-1/2" minimum Circular handrail� than 1-1/4" or mo in diameter. The height of the handrail is measured vertically from the sloped plane adjoining the tread nosing. Type I Handrails R311.5.6.3 The grippable perimeter dimension is 4" minimum and 6-1/4" maximum. The non-circular handrail cross section is 2-1/4" maximum. NOTE: See page 2 for additional handrail grip shapes. • Consult with your local planning department regarding requiretl setbacks. • Obtain a building permit before starting construction. • The intent of this sheet is to address the basics of private residential stair construction only and does not address the subject in great detail. Additional information can be found at your local building department, home improvement store, or library. • This tip sheet is intended to show code requirements per the 2003 International Residential Code. � �CityGov.net