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1009.2 Headroom
Code Excerpt:

1009.2 Headroom
Stairways shall have a minimum headroom clearance of 80 inches (2032 mm) measured vertically from a line connecting the edge of the nosings. Such headroom shall be continuous above the stairway to point where the line intersects the landing below, one tread depth beyond the bottom riser. The minimum clearance shall be maintained the full width of the stairway and landing.

Exceptions: Spiral stairways complying with Section 1009.9 are permitted a 78-inch (1981 mm) headroom clearance.
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