Please Note: Stairbuilders and Manufacturers Association Visual Interpretations of IRC Stair Codes (SMA) pertains to 2000, 2003, 2006, 2009 & 2012 International Residential Code (IRC). The IRC building codes relate only to states, countries, municipalities, villages and cities which have adopted the codes.

• It is imperative that our customers check which stair related codes are being enforced in their area.
• StairParts Connect cannot be held accountable or responsible for customer’s code requirements.
• It is the sole responsibility of the homeowner, builder, and/or architect to check and comply with the local building codes where the home or commercial building is being constructed.
• The SMA visual interpretation of the IRC building codes only relate to the stairway/balustrade portion of the IRC codes.

Visit the Stairbuilders and Manufacturers Association (SMA) Website and download the appropriate version of the International Residential Code (IRC) for your region.

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