Handrail in stairs with knee wall. Do I need the open side closed?

[Edgar]

I would like to know if installing a handrail on the closed side of the stairs and 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

[Clare Snyder]

Put the railing on the knee-wall side with required spindles.

[Oren]

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