Carpentry and Woodworking - Stair railings

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bnymbill
10-09-07, 11:48 AM
I've rebuilt the stairs in a narrow row home. I'd like to start the railing on the second step - in order to make the passage way between the 1st step and the wall feel wider. Is this a violation of any building codes? Will this create any other problems attaching the railings/banisters?

Thanks!

Jack the Contractor
10-09-07, 04:25 PM
Yes, this is a violation of all building codes for stairs that I am aware of. You have to start the top of your stair rail on top of the floor above the first step. Tough luck.
Just Bill
10-09-07, 04:25 PM
Probably, but check local code. The rail is supposed to aid people all the way down the stairs, so terminating it early could be a safety problem.