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Default Handrail in stairs with knee wall. Do I need the open sideclosed?

On 2/7/19 7:14 PM, Edgar wrote:
I would like to know if installing a handrail on the closed side of the stairs
andÂ*Â* nothing on the knee wall is enough to pass a home inspection. Or do I
need to close the open side. Leave all safety aspects aside. I understand is
better to cover it, but because of running out of time will just having a
handrail pass inspection?? Thank you


Stairs need at least a 36" tall barrier on each side plus a handrail on one side.
Or you could give the inspector a few Benjamins to take off their glasses during the inspection.