Are dead end corridors allowed?

The International Building Code (IBC) section 1020.4 tackles the requirements for the dead-end corridors. It states that when there is more than one exit required from a building, no dead ends in corridors can exceed 20′.

How long is a dead end corridor?

50 feet
1.1, the length of the dead-end corridors shall not exceed 50 feet (15 240 mm). A dead-end corridor shall not be limited in length where the length of the dead-end corridor is less than 2.5 times the least width of the dead-end corridor.

How is a dead end corridor measured?

The length of a dead end corridor is measured from the end point of the corridor to the location where occupants have a choice of two directions leading to separate exits.

What is the maximum dead end corridor dimension?

IBC 2006 permitted the maximum length of dead-end corridors to be 50 feet (the standard maximum is 20 feet) in sprinklered buildings in Group B and F occupancies.

How big should a dead end corridor be?

Section 1020.4 Dead Ends – Where more than one exit or exit access doorway is required, the exit access shall be arranged such that dead-ends corridors do not exceed 20’ (6096mm) in length In occupancies in Group I-3, Condition 2, 3, or 4 occupancies, the dead-end in a corridor shall not exceed 50 feet (15,240mm)

What is the IBC for dead end corridors?

It literally could be a life or death situation for some, which is why careful thought went into comprising codes that outline requirements to reduce these risks. The International Building Code (IBC) section 1020.4 tackles the requirements for the dead-end corridors.

Can a corridor have more than one exit?

Where more than one exit or exit access doorway is required, the exit access shall be arranged such that there are no dead ends in corridors more than 20 feet (6096 mm) in length. Exceptions:

Is there a fire code requirement for dead end corridors?

This held open cross corridor door does nothing to prevent the dead end condition in non-fire emergencies. Yes not a fire Code mandate to design for non-fire emergencies but as life safety professionals, is it prudent design to think about this topic especially in assembly occupancies where these other emergencies have occurred?

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