Means of Egress · IBC 2021 §1003.3.3

Horizontal Projections Into the Circulation Path

Elevation and plan to scale: objects with leading edges from 27" to 80" above the floor project 4" maximum into the path; handrails may protrude 4 1/2".. Referenced to IBC 2021 §1003.3.3.

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