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A wood-framed egress stair is laid out under the IBC commercial stair provisions. What maximum riser height applies before considering special exceptions?

Correct Answer

A) 7 in.

IBC 1011.5.2 generally limits stair riser height to 7 in. for egress stairs before listed exceptions. Other choices are residential-style or nonmatching values.

Answer Options
A
7 in.
B
7-3/4 in.
C
8 in.
D
6 in.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

IBC 1011.5.2 generally limits stair riser height to 7 in. for egress stairs before listed exceptions. Other choices are residential-style or nonmatching values.

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