Can I add a second attic access scuttle in my garage ceiling? Present scuttle is in the MBR closet for mechanical access.
1758 sq ft, single story home.Attic with plumbing for NG furnace, electrical, etc.
Two ridge vents, plus soffit vents.
Split garages, single and double - attached.
I would like to add an attic scuttle in the two car garage. This garage has the breaker panel, gas water heater, softener, tools, etc....
Thanks.
The County Web site gets me this far*
- R807.1 Attic Access Section R807.1 is amended to read:
R807.1 Attic Access. In buildings with combustible ceiling or roof construction which have electrical, plumbing or mechanical fixtures or equipment installed within the attic space, an attic access opening shall be provided to attic areas that exceed 30 square feet (2.8 m2) and have a vertical height of 30 inches (762 mm) or greater 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 Uniform Mechanical Code for access requirements where mechanical equipment is located in attics.
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