Hi
I am trying to find out if you add or have a deck on to the second story of a house is it a (Qld) requirement to have a stairwell leading off of the deck to the ground as a fire exit?
What I was told by one builder was if you had a deck on the second story that you needed to have a stairwell to ground access in case of a fire.
Another builder told me that it wasnt needed
I've had a look online but cant seem to find a written requirement to have stairs - but at the same time the info does show what the standards are if you do.
Would anyone have any insight?
I am trying to find out if you add or have a deck on to the second story of a house is it a (Qld) requirement to have a stairwell leading off of the deck to the ground as a fire exit?
What I was told by one builder was if you had a deck on the second story that you needed to have a stairwell to ground access in case of a fire.
Another builder told me that it wasnt needed
I've had a look online but cant seem to find a written requirement to have stairs - but at the same time the info does show what the standards are if you do.
Would anyone have any insight?