196 pleasant rear stair code 2017-3-27Code Review Thomas Douglas Architects, Inc.
Alterations to 196 Pleasant St 196 Pleasant Street, Suite 202
Northampton, MA Northampton, MA 01060
413-585-0641
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CODE REVIEW March 17, 2017
196 Pleasant St
Northampton, MA
Applicable Building Code: MA 780 CMR Eighth Addition
IBC, IEBC International EXISTING Building Code, 2009
ZONING DISTRICT: CB
Proposed Renovations:
Project Description:
• Install a new fenced enclosure around the existing wood framed egress stair at
the rear of the building. Install a new roof overhang to protect the existing stair
risers and new door/fencing.
General
• This is a B Use
• The existing building is 10,898 square feet.
• There are no proposed changes of use.
• Construction Type: IV- This is a mixture of brick bearing walls and heavy timber
construction.
• Existing separation of uses within the overall building: All existing separations
will be maintained.
• The new stair enclosure and framing will be built with materials matching the
existing.
• The current level of safety or sanitation will NOT be reduced and the portions
altered shall conform to the requirements of the IBC.
• The existing fire alarm system and sprinkler system will not be altered. Existing
Pull stations are located at the interior egress doors leading to this exterior stair.
• The existing path of egress shall not be altered.
• Existing emergency lighting for the path of egress shall not be altered.
• All new elements will conform to the accessibility code.
• This alteration will not affect the height and area limitations.
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