Building Regulations

Building regulations explained

The building regulations in regards to domestic and commercial staircases are laid out within “section K” of the the building regulations.

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Section K can be downloaded by clicking here

The Rise , Going and Pitch

The most important regulations regarding private stairs are:
1. The maximum rise for any step is 220mm (min. 150mm)
2. The minimum going of any step is 220mm (max. 300mm)
3. The maximum pitch is 42°

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