New Jersey Administrative Code
Title 5 - COMMUNITY AFFAIRS
Chapter 10 - MAINTENANCE OF HOTELS AND MULTIPLE DWELLINGS
Subchapter 8 - MAINTENANCE OF INTERIOR
Section 5:10-8.3 - Stairways and common areas
Universal Citation: NJ Admin Code 5:10-8.3
Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 6, March 18, 2024
(a) Stairways shall be maintained to support a live load of 100 pounds per square foot and walking surfaces shall be maintained free of hazards, such as loose steps, loose or uneven treads, torn carpeting, raised strips and nonuniform risers.
(b) Hallways, fire escapes, stairs, landings and passages and other common areas shall be kept open for unrestricted passage.
(c) There shall be a railing to provide support and protect persons from falling off the stairways or landings. Such railings shall meet the requirement of 5:10-7.7.
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