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1011.5.5.3 Solid Risers
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Risers shall be solid.
Exceptions:
- Solid risers are not required for stairways that are not required to comply with Section 1009.3, provided that the opening between treads does not permit the passage of a sphere with a diameter of 4 inches (102 mm).
- Solid risers are not required for occupancies in Group I-3 or in Group F, H and S occupancies other than areas accessible to the public. The size of the opening in the riser is not restricted.
- Solid risers are not required for spiral stairways constructed in accordance with Section 1011.10.
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