Electrical panels in rated stairwell
The use of required exterior exit doors, exit stairways, exit passageways and horizontal exits for any purpose other than exiting is prohibited, because it might interfere with use as an exit.
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This is due to safety hazards, electrical hazards, and accessibility concerns. moreA common violation seen in both older homes and some renovations is the installation of electrical panels in stairwells. Let's break down why this is a serious issue and what you should do if you encounter it. Is it NEC- compliant to place a load center in the wall of a stairway? It seems like the working space in front of this equipment would be compromised by the stairs. So, a receptacle would not be prohibited, but it is possible that someone could miss read this and use it to prohibit the receptacle. Penetrations into and openings through an exit enclosure are prohibited except for required exit doors, equipment and ductwork necessary for independent ventilation or pressurization, sprinkler piping, standpipes, electrical raceway for fire department communication systems and electrical raceway.
Is it prohibited to install electrical distribution boxes in stairwells
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