§ 6-129. Emergency exits.  


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  • (a)

    Every sleeping room shall have at least one operable window or door for emergency escape that is able to be easily opened from the inside to a clear opening without the use of special knowledge, effort, or separate tools.

    (b)

    Exit doors and other exits shall be free of obstructions that block access to the exit.

    (c)

    All doors, windows and any devices used in connection with the means of escape shall be maintained in good working order and repair.

    (d)

    In addition to any other exit requirement in hotels and apartment houses:

    (1)

    All fire escapes shall be kept in good order and repair.

    (2)

    Every fire escape or stairway, stair platform, corridor or passageway which may be one of the regular means of emergency exit from the building shall be kept free of obstructions of any kind.

    (3)

    Windows leading to fire escapes shall be secured against unwanted entry with approved devices which permit opening from the inside without the use of a key or any special knowledge, effort or tool.

(Ord. No. 1533, § 1(Exh. A), 8-12-2014)