WAC 51-50-481103
Section 1103 -- Fire safety.
1103.7 One-hour fire-resistant assemblies. Where one-hour
fire-resistance-rated construction is required by these
provisions, it need not be provided, regardless of
construction or occupancy, where the existing wall and ceiling
finish is wood lath or metal lath and plaster.
1103.9 Stairway railings. Historically significant stairways
shall be accepted without complying with the handrail and
guard requirements. Existing handrails and guards at all
stairs shall be permitted to remain, provided they are not
structurally dangerous.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.074, 19.27.020, and chapters 70.92, 19.27, and 34.05 RCW. 07-01-091, § 51-50-481103, filed
12/19/06, effective 7/1/07.]