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TOWN OF QUEENSBURY 742 Bay Road, ucensbu NY 12804-5902 (518)761-8201 41111.. Community Development - Building & Codes (518) 761-8256 CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE Permit Number: P20130160 Date Issued: Friday, May 10, 2013 This is to certify that work requested to be done as shown by Permit Number P20130160 has been completed. Tax Map Number: 523400-301-007-0002-005-000-0000 Location: 307 AVIATION Rd Owner: JOHN & BARBARA TREMBLAY Applicant: JOHN & BARBARA TREMBLAY This structure may be occupied as a: Deck By Order of Town Board TOWN OF QUEE SBURY 4 Jr Issuance of this Certificate of Compliance DOES NOT relieve the property owner of the responsibility for compliance with Site Plan, Variance, or other issues and conditions as a result of approvals by the Director of Building& Code Enforcement Planning Board or Zoning Board of Appeals. O.` TOWN OF QUEENSBURY 742 Bay Road,Queensbury,NY 12804-5902 (518)761-8201 Community Development-Building&Codes (518) 761-8256 BUILDING PERMIT Permit Number: P20130160 Application Number: a20130160 Tax Map No: 523400-301-007-0002-005-000-0000 Permission is hereby granted to: JOHN & BARBARA TREMBLAY For property located at: 307 AVIATION Rd in the Town of Queensbury,to construct or place at the above location in accordance with application together with plot plans and other information hereto filed and approved and in compliance with the NYS Uniform Building Codes and the Queensbury Zoning Ordinance. Type of Construction Value Owner Address: JOHN &BARBARA TREMBLAY 307 AVIATION Rd Deck $5,500.00 QUEENSBURY,NY 12804 Total Value $5,500.00 Contractor or Builder's Name/Address Electrical Inspection Agency JTC REMODELING INC 378-8101 688 SHERMAN Ave OUEENSBURY.NY 12804-0000 Plans&Specifications 2013-160 Shelter Planning Project DECK-handicapped ramp $25.00 PERMIT FEE PAID-THIS PERMIT EXPIRES: Saturday,April 26,2014 (If a longer period is required,an application for an extension must be made to the code Enforcement Officer of the Town of Queensbury before the expiration date.) Dated at the Town of Queensb ; Fr's a .,April 26, 2013 SIGNED BY / for the Town of Queensbury. Director of Building& 'de orcement OFFICE USE ONLY g TAX MAP NO.2 b L-_=€?-:5 .-_------._PERMIT N(7. ' FEES: PERMIT57Cg----RECREATIUN___-_-__--__--- -ENGINEERING_ (If applicable) PRINCIPAL STRUCTURE: APPLICATION FOR ZONING APPROVAL & BUILDING PERMIT A PERMIT MUST BE OBTAINED BEFORE BEGINNING CONSTRUCTION. APPLICATION IS SUBJECT TO REVIEW BEFORE ISSUANCE OF A VALID PERMIT FOR CONSTRUCTION. _ �pf APPLICANT/BUILDER: G� -' e OW • NER: Can i b U n r,� ed ADDRESS: (..L (1Z 41-11/46"C"'C ADDRESS: ?07 u( 7- O rt PHONE NOS. 3 7 7- ��G / PHONE NOS. 77 3` 19 ! Ce CONTACT PERSON FOR BUILDING & CODES COMPLIANCE: e:..1361 PHONE: 77`X/f( LOCATION OF PROPERTY: O 7 (4- i OYt lei (442,-i,.( /V /j7"--ai/ HAS THERE BEEN A SITE PLAN REVIEW; VARIANCE OR SUBDIVISION APPROVAL? 0 YES w IF SO, INDICATE APPLICATION NO.AND DATE OF APPROVAL: PLEASE INDICATE MEASUREMENTS AS REQUIRED BELOW: CHECK ALL THAT z APPLY TO YOUR z O cr C3 0 F- O f_7_ O CO W Li- cn PROJECT w O O1 • w O -,-)-- _ L.L.Ei Q n U o 2 F- O � Z Z < Q ,— co Nu) OLL OI~i Q. 205 • SINGLE FAMILY TWO-FAMILY MULTI-FAMILY (NO.of UNITS ) / -//\ A TOWNHOUSE )Zh�1 V ryipA., BUSINESS OFFICE - I RETAIL- MERCANTILE FACTORY OR ✓ INDUSTRIAL ATTACHED GARAGE(1,2,3) OTHER / \ [2 D 10- IF COMMERCIAL OR INDUSTRIAL- NAME OF BU�SI(NESS,: ESTIMATED CONSTRUCTION COST: S 3'6 G`--_ FUEL TYPE: HEAT TYPE: 'HOW MANY FIREPLACE(S): AND/OR WOODSTOVES(S): ZONING CATEGORY: ARE THERE WETLANDS ON THIS SITE? IS THIS A HISTORIC SITE? PROPOSED USE OF BUILDING OR ADDITION: ARE THERE STRUCTURES NOT SHOWN ON PLOT PLAN? ARE THERE EASEMENTS ON PROPERTY? "Please complete a separate Appkkcat e 1 for Fuel Burning Anptinncns&Chimneys' available in our office I acknowledge no construction activities shall be commenced prior to issuance of a valid permit. I certify that the application, plans, and supporting materials are a true and complete statement/description of the work proposed, that all work will be performed in accordance with the NY State Building Codes, local building laws and ordinances, and in conformance with local zoning regulations. I acknowledge that prior to occupying the facilities proposed, I or my agents will obtain a certificate of occupancy. I also understand that I/we are required to provide an as-built survey by a licensed land surveyor of all newly constructed facilities prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy. I have read ..nd ..gree o tR above. Signed Al/ Director of Building & Codes: 761-8256 (for questions regarding Building Permits, construction codes or septic systems) Zoning Administrator: 761-8218 (for questions regarding required permits, the permit process, application requirements or to schedule an appointment) Permission is hereby granted to the above This application / proposed action described Applicant to erect or alter the building herein is found to be in accordance with the described herein in accordance with said zoning Laws of the Town of Queensbury. Application: L ,,fit- ,i, BUILD/I,'G & CODES ' "LOVA ZONING APPROVAL __IA/417 DATE DATE QUESTIONS? CALL 769-8256 OR EMAIL codes(a,queensbury.net Office Use Only _ VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION www.queensbury.net Operating Permit Issued: Yes No Occupancy Type: Construction Classification: Assembly Occupancy Limit: Special Conditions: Town of Queensbury * Community Development Office * 742 Bay Road, Queensbury NY 12804 Queensbury Building & Code Enforcement - Residential Final Inspection Office No. (518) 761-8256 Arrive: am/p •-•art:(V�t am/pm Date Inspection request received: Inspector's Initials: A NM II • NAME: � M PERMIT#: CJ .0 LOCATION: y-)-\J1 vii fR. DATE: TYPE OF STRUCTURE: '_S t —L�i& w Comments: Yes No N/A 4" Building Number Address visible from road Chimney Height/"B"Vent/Direct Vent Location Fresh Air Intake 3 inch Plumbing Vent through roof minimum 18 inches Roof Complete/Exterior Finish Complete Platform at all exterior doors Handrail 4 or more risers Guards at stairs,decks, patios more than 30 inches above grade Guard at stairwell at 34 inches or more Guard at deck,porches 36 inches or more ✓� Handrail Termination at Newell Post or Wall Interior/Exterior Railings 34 inches to 38 inches Deck Bracing/Handicapped Ramp Compliant Grade away from foundation 6 inches with 10 feet 6 inch clearance to sill plate Gas Valve shut-off exposed/regulator 18 inches above grade Interior privacy/trim/doors/main entrance 36 inches Bathroom/Kitchen watertight Safety glazing/Window in stairwells safety glazing Interior Smoke Detectors/Carbon Monoxide Detectors Every level: Every Bedroom: Outside every bedroom area: Inter Connected: Battery backup: Attic access 30 inches x 22 inches x 30 inches(height)in accessible area Crawl Spaces 18 inch x 24 inch access, 1 sq.ft.-150 sq.ft.vents Bathroom Fans,if no window Plumbing fixtures Foundation insulation to floor/Sticker on Panel Duct work sealed properly/Blower Door Test Certification Floor truss,draft stopping finished basement 1,000 sq.ft. 1 Emergency egress below grade U Gas Furnace shut-off within 30 feet or within line of site ' p Oil Furnace shut-off at entrance to furnace area Furnace/Hot Water Heater operating Low water shut-off boiler - t � <-14A, — 4 Relief Valve(s)installed/Heat Trap/Water Temp 110 Ev ` h Enclosed Stairs Sheetrock Underside minimum Y2"Gypsum Basement stairs closed rise>4 inches ©� Garage Floor Pitched Garage fireproofing/%hour fire door/door closer Gas Logs in Sealed or Glass Enclosure Final Electrical; Energy Saving Light Bulbs 50% Final Survey Plot Plan Arc Fault Breaker Habitable Spaces/Tamper Proof Receptacles Flex Gas Pipe Bonding As Built Septic System/Sewer Dept. Inspection Sticker Site Plan /Variance required Flood Plain Certification,if required • Okay to issue C/C or C/O(Temporary/Permanent] L:1Building&Codes Forms\Building&Codesllnspection Forms\Residential Final Inspection Form_revised_100405.doc;Revised January 7,2008; Revised 6/26/08; Revised 12/22/10, Revised 04/13/11 Foundation Inspection Report Office No.(518)761-8256 Date Inspection request received: Queensbury Building&Code Enforcement Arrive: am/pm Depart: am/pm 742 Bay Rd.,Queensbury,NY 12804 Inspector's Initials: 1 NAME: 'Sit-Z- `-gk-A PERMIT#: LOCATION: r INSPECT ON: TYPE OF STRUCTURE: Comments Y N N/A Footings r-Th\/Piers Monolithic Slab Reinforcement in Place The contractor is responsible for providing protection from freezing for 48 hours following the placement of the concrete. Materials for this purpose on site. _ Foundation/Wallpour Reinforcement in Place Footing Dowels or Keyway in place Foundation Dampproofmg Foundation Waterproofing Footing Drain Daylight or Sump Footing Drain Stone: 12 inch width 6 inches above footing 6 mil poly for wet areas under slab Backfill Approval Plumbing Under Slab PVC/Cast/Copper Foundation Insulation Interior/Exterior R- Rough Grade 6 inch drop within 10 ft. L:\Building&Codes Forms\Building&Codes\Inspection Fonm\Foundatlon Inspection Report.doc Last printed 12/20/2005 9:24:00 AM Foundation Inspection Report Office No.(518)761-8256 Date Inspection request received: Queensbury Building&Code Enforcement Arrive: am/pm Depart: pm 742 Bay Rd.,Queensbury,NY 12804 Inspector's Initialrc C NAME: q Rz-# '`'fit PERMIT#: —2-•(--3\--) --- (Cr LOCATION: ti 1 �0 INSPECT ON: tk `') J TYPE OF STRUCTURE: Comments Y N N/A, Footings Piers Monolithic Slab / , ,-----• CL -eQ� Reinforcement in P ace �` The contractor i respoI ible for �_ providing pro tion fro freezing t1). C.> _ for 48 hours fo owing ;e plcement of the concrete ll Materials for this purpos fa,h site. Foundation/Wailpour Reinforcement in lace Footing Dowels o Keywa: ' place Foundation Damj proofin Foundation Wateiproof7ig Footing Drain Dall,Fliglior Sump Footing Drain St‘e:4 12 inch width 6 inches above footing 6 mil poly for wet areas under slab Backfill Approval Plumbing Under Slab PVC/Cast/Copper Foundation Insulation Interior/Exterior R- Rough Grade 6 inch drop within 10 ft. L:\Building&Codes Forms\Building&Codes\Inspection Forms\Foundation Inspection Report.doc Last printed 12/20/2005 9:24:00 AM PERMILTADT PLAN, TOWN OF QUEEB 4 I HAVE PERSONAtLY MEASURED THE DISTANCE , . , v . . FROM THE PROPERTY'LINES TO THE BUILDING & CZOT •il . PROP: EN ST . CTURE(S)OR SIGN(S) Reviewed By•OLZ4 'I ' _ ,i Date: Arillitil lo,ficliA0 * kavv1P we ( ( Le bcte 4-- &k J i r ‘2 ,>e 4/4 04 a--(10-eked -Po 1144 (4 1166.4_ 61.);I 41-I Tioli;1 1 ere ie.s ‘241 Sctipor-kci by g -F 004-1 r4y s k// a 7) 31 9)((/pr fanfs , c/t( aee K 7vcf .d oft a ( 7 Su-r6t.e4i tu /--k/i V,) , e i ficis1-5 owl el 02/- z-/- andral 1 5 ./-- b eilkcje(3- /4 /14 A c_l I/ -.4-11eit.et afrifir-i--, bifeed /06-i... . 6-7ty te 11 ei nelf47 / OcOeci o vi cr 4-e s t de 0 sg r r a 144 p • 1 ctnoli i 4-9 5, . . A 1 i 1 9 67-5 4-- 4-Male<I 1 77 A4,k_e, ( ce WS es, . it 1.. _ 61 il d p tat e-e I 62 .7L- .) • ; .' € Jo t.ck. +1 0/1 / 4 it c - -..5 'si d r ab,) i ii” . ---- . 1- •,z) .... . I o *4t ' - i • : ta; CIT ..., - .z' — a < c....--, e -*6.-4fflike;; .. f6Dt._ V- k-keo. ORANk k.-- I It 1 .--. .,.. .t. 7,14' il iTt -?7`6`` El(Afg — 1AF\11A iJ(.) 1-kE%ENNT PAci tAl A p 1 1 -. b1 kw- \--Ve '' ix)Eie : =a V:----k- t- _ __Rfa. I,3 rc ± CO viiNN)E. --- . ., - fit.A:-6vc/. -"__•_S__i)4.1A___ fiPtbl-E,OECI et .1- BE . :4 mi..7z4RE.LimPaad / 1A6I- 0%c.) G !:11 P roy :pI . Based on our limited examination,compliance with our comments shaii not be construed as indicating the plans ano specifications are in OCA1 Lb oo bc Qev-\L)0 full compliance with the Building Codes of New York State. ( (tAhIT yzyi- IMPROVEMENTS TO ' 307 Aviation Road U0 I{'C Y✓ 0 =v) /,.t-i c--� QUEENSBURY, NY 12804 kyr C l 11 I C(> PROPERTY OWNER - . L v . Ser,a55, John & Barbara Tremblay _ j C� ll..�' x E0(h1" "� 307 Aviation Road di — Queensbury, NY 12804 ir: TH —E--1 — x __[ Phone: 793-1996 ` 1 . NOTE 1: THIS IS A HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBILITY PROJECT. BATHROOM RENOVATIONS ARE m w REQUIRED. ONLY ONE BATHROOM EXISTS AND RENOVATION TIMING MUST BE CONSIDERED I— I— TO —TO ASSURE 2 DAYS OR LESS WITHOUT THE HOME OWNERS ABLE TO USE THE TOILET. CCi) z OL NOTE 2: WORK IS TO START AND BE COMPLETED WITHIN A ONE MONTH TIMEFRAME 1Z Q NOTE 3: UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED, "INSTALL" MEANS TO PROVIDE AND INSTALL. ALL NEW O Q CD MATERIALS ARE TO BE USED. 5 CO <p Q NOTE 4: ALL WORK IS TO BE PERFORMED IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER'S of) Lu Cl'_ INSTRUCTIONS, NYS BUILDING CODE, LOCAL BUILDING CODE AND GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Z W = > I-- NOTE 5: CONTRACTOR IS REQUIRED TO OBTAIN ALL PERMITS. O O Li._ NOTE6: THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE REQUIRED BEFORE FINAL PAYMENT; - AN ELECTRICAL INSPECTION NOTING ALL ITEMS SPECIFIED. - A CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY FROM MUNICIPAL CODES DEPT. - LEAD CLEARANCE EXAMINATION REPORT 1Y LEAD-BASED PAINT z W' O >- EL p Lead Hazard Evaluation 5 o < A lead risk assessment is not required for this project. However, lead-based paint is presumed to be W m present on all painted surfaces to be disturbed. Therefore,all work must be completed using lead w cn W W safe work practices. Any paint disturbed during the course of work must be stabilized as an inherent CD Z > co aspect of this scope of work. Stabilization requires substrate repair, surface preparation and new paint. O Cr� O I- Be sure to consider this requirement in your bids. z EL 111 = < CO Ca Contractor Certification This project will require the contractor to undertake improvement activities that require lead-safe work Q CD practices. The contractor must be trained and certified in accordance with regulations issued by the US ee z Environmental Protection Agency(EPA). The contractor must provide evidence of such certification prior 0 to execution of the contract for improvements. Z Clearance Examination A clearance examination of work sites involving disturbed paint is required upon completion of work. (A full unit clearance is NOT required.) The contractor is responsible for obtaining a lead-based paint clearance from a certified firm.A copy of the clearance is required before final payment to the contractor will be approved.The cost of such Clearance Examination is to be included as part of the contract total bid price. It is the contractors responsibility to obtain such clearance. Tremblay 307 Aviation Road 1 A. BATHROOM 1.ELECTRICAL Where specifications call for replacing two prong outlets with grounding receptacle(s)the contractor is required to provide grounding to the first floor if there is a basement area. GFI receptacles have to be grounded. • Remove existing receptacle behind vanity; disconnect at source or cover with blank plate • Provide tamper-resistant, GA protected receptacle at vanity, on dedicated 20A circuit • Move existing switch for vanity lights to best possible location outside of bathroom(hallway),remove box and repair wall to match existing surface. LIST A.1.ELECTRICAL PRICE HERE $ 2. PLUMBING • Remove existing cast iron tub&tub surround • Repair subfloor as necessary as required • Repair or modify wall framing as required • Install solid blocking for grab bars • Insulate exterior wall(s) • Install new 60'white shower unit(Sterling Accord or equal) • Provide new water conserving fixtures(Delta, Moen or equal); homeowner prefers 3 handle style faucets • Include hand-held shower head • Install new drain, trap,water line&shut offs as necessary • Repair wall surfaces around new shower&paint to match existing walls • Provide bench for shower if available for particular model • Install 2 ADA Approved grab bars • Provide new shower curtain and rod if needed LIST A.2.PLUMBING PRICE HERE$ 3. FLOORING • Install new non-skid sheet vinyl flooring (approx$20.00 sq yd uninstalled)over appropriate underlaymenb homeowner will have choice of stock color/pattern • Install quarter round or base shoe at perimeter, finished to match existing trim LIST A.3. FLOORING PRICE HERE$ 4. GRAB BARS • Install ADA approved grab bars in the following locations: —At left, inside door(near vanity) —Best possible location near toilet LIST A.4. GRAB BARS PRICE HERE$ Tremblay 307 Aviation Road 2 B. CARPENTRY - EXTERIOR Back Steps (enclosed porch to garage) • Remove existing damaged wood steps • Build new pressure treated steps of same dimensions • Risers shall be closed • Install new finished, graspable handrail • Front Steps • Remove existing badly deteriorated concrete steps&dispose of debris • • Build new 5'x 5'pressure treated Porch/deck level with door sill,with pressure treated steps& • railings • • Rails shall be designed and placed to prevent feet or crutch tips from catching • Risers shall be closed • Extend front roof over new porch&steps • Install matching shingles or rubber membrane roofing • Include new drip edge and all necessary flashing • Finish eaves and fascia to match existing house trim • Install finished, graspable handrail at house side of steps • Install length of vinyl or aluminum gutter over sidewalk to driveway. Include downspout • Contractor will be responsible for designing new porch to meet local building codes. LIST B.EXTERIOR CARPENTRY PRICE HERE$ C. FLOORING • Between Kitchen & Living Room, install wider, flat transition strip to cover damaged carpet& prevent tripping LIST C. FLOORING PRICE HERE$ EXTRAS 1. Identify additional separate cost to install or remove additional items not mentioned in specifications that may be necessary to comply with code and complete the job in a satisfactory manner and list separately here. LIST EXTRAS PRICE HERE$ Tremblay 307 aviation Road 3 04125121113 15:57 Community Development (FAQ)5187454437 P.0011001 4 1\--....'t II VI n. jet P,n 11` 1 ' IT PLOT PLAN I HAVE PERSONALLY MEASURED THE DISTANCE F'^M THE PROPERTY LINES TO THE • roPoSED " RUCTURE(S)0 t(S) � BUILDING PLANNING 1k' ':e 2. The use of a volute, turnout,starting easing or R311.6 Ramps. starting newel shall be allowed over the low- .N R311.6.1 Maximum slope.Ramps shall have a maximum ~. est tread. slope of one unit vertical in twelve units horizontal (8.3- '- R3113.63 Handrail grip size.All required handrails percent slope). Y shall be of one of the following types or provide equiv- t Exception:Where it is technically infeasible to comply alent graspability. because of site constraints, ramps may have a maxi- y 1. Type I. Handrails with a circular cross section mum slope of one unit vertical in eight horizontal ,s shall have an outside diameter of at least 1'/4 (12.5-percent slope). inches(32 mm)and not greater than 2 inches(51 R311.6.2 Landings required. A minimum 3-foot-by-3- mm).If the handrail is not circular it shall have a foot(914 mm by 914 mm)landing shall be provided: ;_-:< perimeter dimension of at least 4 inches (102 mm) and not greater than 61/4 inches (160 mm) 1. At the top and bottom of ramps. with a maximum cross section of''dtmension of 2. Where doors open onto ramps. 21/4 inches(57 mm). 3. Where ramps change direction. - 2. Type II. Handrails with a perimeter greater than R311.6.3 Handrails required. Handrails shall be pro- 6/4 inches (160 mm) shall provide a graspable vided on at least one side of all ramps exceeding a slope of • finger recess area on both sides of the profile. one unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (8.33-percent - The finger recess shall begin within a distance of slope). ; 3/4 inch (19 nun) measured vertically from the tallest portion of the profile and achieve a depth R311.63.1 Height. Handrail height, measured above j of at least 5/16 inch (8 mm) within 7/8 inch (22 the finished surface of the ramp slope,shall be not less mm)below the widest portion of the profile.This than 34 inches (864 mm) and not more than 38 inches required depth shall continue for at least 3/8 inch (965 mm). r' (10 mm)to a level that is not less than 1314 inches R311.63.2 Handrail grip size. Handrails on ramps nun)m)below the tallest portion of the profile. shall comply with Section R311.5.6.3. The minimum width of the handrail above the R311.633 Continuity. Handrails where required on recess shall be 1'/4 inches(32 mm)to a maximum ramps shall be continuous for the full length of the of 23/4 inches(70 mm).Edges shall have a mini- ramp.Handrail ends shall be returned or shall terminate :` mum radius of 0.01 inch(0.25 mm). in newel posts or safety terminals. Handrails adjacent R311.5.7 Illumination. All stairs shall be provided with to a wall shall have a space of not less than 1.5 inches illumination in accordance with Section R303.6. (38 mm)between the wall and the handrails. R311.5.8 Special stairways. Spiral stairways and bulk- head enclosure stairways shall comply with all require- ments of Section R311.5 except as specified below. SECTION 8312 GUARDS ,; R311.5.8.1 Spiral stairways.Spiral stairways are per- R312.1 Guards. Porches, balconies, ramps or raised floor • mined for interior use as a component of the means of surfaces located more than 30 inches (762 mm) above the egress from a habitable room, a basement or an attic, floor or grade below shall have guards not less than 36 inches provided the minimum width shall be 26 inches (660 (914 mm)in height. Open sides of stairs with a total rise of mm) with each tread having a 71/2-inches (190 mm) more than 30 inches(762 mm)above the floor or grade below minimum tread depth at 12 inches from the narrower shall have guards not less than 34 inches(864 mm)in height edge.All treads shall be identical,and the rise shall be measured vertically from the nosing of the treads. no more than 91/2 inches(241 mm).A minimum head- room of 6 feet 6 inches(1982 mm)shall be provided.A Porches and decks which are enclosed with insect screen- spiral stair is not permitted to be the only means of ing shall be equipped with guards where the walking surface egress from a story of a building. is located more than 30 inches (762 mm) above the floor or grade below. R311.5.8.2 Bulkhead enclosure stairways. Stairways R312.2 Guard opening limitations. Required guards on serving bulkhead enclosures, not part of the required building egress, providing access from the outside open sides of stairways, raised floor areas, balconies and t grade level to the basement shall be exempt from the porches shall have intermediate rails or ornamental closures t requirements of Sections R311.4.3 and R311.5 where which do not allow passage of a sphere 4 inches(102mm)or the maximum height from the basement finished floor more in diameter. level to grade adjacent to the stairway does not exceed Exceptions: 8 feet (2438 mm), and the grade level opening to the 1. The triangular openings formed by the riser, tread stairway is covered by a bulkhead enclosure with and bottom rail of a guard at the open side of a stair- hinged doors or other approved means. way are permitted to be of such a size that a sphere 6 inches(152 mm)cannot pass through. 40 2010 RESIDENTIAL CODE OF NEW YORK STATE