Posted: 6/22/2017 4:21:59 PM EDT
| I was discussing continuous rails with the construction manager on the in-laws new home. The basement stairs go down a few steps, turns 45deg, a few more steps, another 45 deg, then the last couple steps to the basement. I am under the impression it needs one rail that goes all the way down. He says it can stop at each "landing". Am I right? |
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Here's the Florida building code section on it:
R311.7.7.2 Continuity. Handrails for stairways shall be continuous for the full length of the flight, from a point directly above the top riser of the flight to a point directly above the lowest riser of the flight. Handrail ends shall be returned or shall terminate in newel posts or safety terminals. Handrails adjacent to a wall shall have a space of not less than 11/2 inch (38 mm) between the wall and the handrails. Exceptions: 1. Handrails shall be permitted to be interrupted by a newel post at the turn. 2. The use of a volute, turnout, starting easing or starting newel shall be allowed over the lowest tread. |
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This. In California you probably can't change the paint on your walls without an environmental impact study, white privilege awareness classes, and permits (taxes).  Quoted:
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I imagine codes might vary by state and locality. |
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You can stop a handrail at a 3' x 3' landing but not a 45 degree winder. |