Originally Posted by
j.Peter Buss
I am wondering if this is a code issue requirement. At this point i have not found any written info about attic hatch installation requirements other than a furnace in attic requirements, Does any one have any info about this that i can share with this wonderful builder.
If you are under the IRC, here is this: (if you are under some other code, I'm sure it's requirements are similar)
- SECTION R807
- - ATTIC ACCESS
- - - R807.1 Attic access.
Buildings with combustible ceiling or roof construction shall have an attic access opening to attic areas that exceed 30 square feet (2.8 m2) and have a vertical height of 30 inches (762 mm) or more.
- - - The rough-framed opening shall not be less than 22 inches by 30 inches (559 mm by 762 mm) and shall be located in a hallway or other readily accessible location. A 30-inch (762 mm) minimum unobstructed headroom in the attic space shall be provided at some point above the access opening. See Section M1305.1.3 for access requirements where mechanical equipment is located in attics.
P S. I also am looking for gfci requirements at the kitchen island - No outlet installed any info would be appreciated
From the 2005 NEC.
- 210.52 Dwelling Unit Receptacle Outlets.
- - (C) Countertops.
- - - (2) Island Counter Spaces. At least one receptacle outlet shall be installed at each island counter space with a long dimension of 600 mm (24 in.) or greater and a short dimension of 300 mm (12 in.) or greater. Where a rangetop or sink is installed in an island counter and the width of the counter behind the rangetop or sink is less than 300 mm (12 in.) the rangetop or sink is considered to divide the island into two separate countertop spaces as defined in 210.52(C)(4).
Here is 210.52(C)(4): (4) Separate Spaces. Countertop spaces separated by range tops, refrigerators, or sinks shall be considered as separate countertop spaces in applying the requirements of 210.52(C)(1), (2), and (3).