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This tip sheet reflects code requirements of the 2018 International Residential Code (IRO�LWitl 2022
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Washington State Amendments. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
DEPARTMENT
Where Required REVIEWED
Handrails are required on at least ohe side of (AXh continuoJts run of treads or flight with four or
more risers. ' CITY OF EDMONDS
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
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Handrails are continuous for
the full length of the flight..
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de of each
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Handrail ends returned
to the wall or terminated
in newel posts or safety
terminals_ /
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Figure 1: Typical Handrail Elevation (IRC R311.7.8)
The hardrail rr►ay prima
a maximum of 4-112'
reauired stair width.
1-112manimum
Circular handrails not
than 1-114- Ctr rnKwe tt
in di,3met$r,
The height of the
handrail is measured
vertically from the
sloped plane adjoining
the tread nosing.
The grippable
perimeter dimension is
4' minimum and 6-114"
maximum,
The non -circular
handrail cross sectlon
is 2-114' ma3amvm.
Figure 2: Type I Handrails (IRC R311.7.8.5)
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1-3/4'
minimum
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1-1/4" minimum - 2-3/4"
maximum
Sand smooth, no sharp
corners
"
maximum
i" minimum
12" minimum
Figure 3: Type II Handrails (At handrails with a perimeter greater than 6-1/4 inches) (IRC
R311.7.8.5)
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Figure 4: Unacceptable Handrails
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