We have a huge loft upstairs that I want to make my room and I want my privacy, someone that came by said he couldn't put a door because it is a fire hazard, is this true? Some attics that are rooms have doors at the bottom, why is this any different? If it is true, how can I go around it to add a door or something for some privacy?
2006-09-28 16:12:51 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
I don't think so, there are stairs at the bottom of attics that are made into rooms, of course that's on TV it may be different in real life, but I don't think so, whats wrong with wanting privacy?
2006-09-28 16:25:37 · answer #1 · answered by delphina0723 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Didn't you ask this before?
Again, I do not see how this could be against any sort of code. Moreover, I think would be dangerous and possibly against code to NOT have a door. If there is any doubt, why not put the door at the top of the stairs?
2006-10-02 14:53:44 · answer #2 · answered by todvango 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That seem kinda stupid. My basement is finished and has a door at the top of the stairs, how is that any different.
I'd get the local building inspectors or whoever to give you the right answer.
2006-09-28 23:21:22 · answer #3 · answered by shogun_316 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
the fire codes differ from city to city so check with your local housing inspector, where I live you can...legally have a door at the bottom of the stairs...but I think it only applies to homes that have walkout basements.
2006-09-29 06:35:03 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh yes.. it is a fire hazard to do so. If you want to find out alternatives(because I cannot visualize your house) ask the local fire department in your area
2006-09-28 23:14:47 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Only if the door opens inward!!
2006-09-28 23:15:34 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋