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34 Pa. Code § 7.98. Specifications of sidewalk doors.

§ 7.98. Specifications of sidewalk doors.

 (a)  In new installations, sidewalk doors shall, when closed, be capable of sustaining a live load of at least 300 pounds per square foot. The dimensions of any sidewalk openings shall not exceed 5 by 7 feet except by special permission of the Board.

 (b)  In existing installations, sidewalk doors shall, when closed, be of sufficient strength to carry the loads to which they are subjected, without dangerous deflection.



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