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Originally Posted By: chorne
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Hi,


Here is a question for you code experts:

In a finished basement is it code that the underside of stairs
should have drywall?

Thanks,
Carla

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Originally Posted By: lkage
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I’m not a code expert but I can’t imagine why it would be needed code-wise.

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Originally Posted By: ecrofutt
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Yes, according to the IRC, depending upon the exact set up under the stairs and your local AHJ.


2000 IRC R314.8: Under stair Protection. Enclosed accessible space under stairs shall have walls, under stair surface and any soffits protected on the enclosed side with 1/2? type X gypsum board.

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Erby Crofutt
B4U Close Home Inspections
Georgetown, Kentucky
www.b4uclose.com

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Originally Posted By: lkage
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Thanks Erby, now I can imagine it. icon_smile.gif

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Originally Posted By: chorne
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Thanks Erby!