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New postby aaronm on Fri Oct 08, 2010 11:28 am

Builder today told me that his provisions for accessing two attic furnaces is OK. A 17'-0" ladder is required to get from one level in the attic to these furnaces. No ladder or steps have been provided. Is this compliant with 2006 IRC?
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Re: Appliance Access

New postby Jerry Peck - Codeman on Fri Oct 08, 2010 12:52 pm

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Re: Appliance Access

New postby aaronm on Fri Oct 08, 2010 12:56 pm

Thank you sir!
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