Balcony, exterior definition
Balcony, exterior means a parapet or railing-enclosed platform projecting outward from the exterior wall of a building.
Balcony, exterior means a parapet or railing-enclosed platform projecting outward from the exterior wall of a building. "Balcony, interior," as applied to a place of assembly, means an open seating level located above the main assembly floor level but does not include a continuation of a rise of the main floor or other integrated seating area in connection therewith. "Building" means any structure used for shelter, occupancy, enclosure, or support of persons, animals, or property or intended for supporting or sheltering any use or occupancy, having a roof supported by columns or walls and requiring a building permit. For application of this Code, each portion of a building completely separated from other portions by fire walls complying with OBBC 1407.0 the Ohio Building Code (OBC) shall be considered as a separate building. Whenever possible herein, the term "building" shall include the term "structure."
Balcony, exterior means a landing or porch projecting from the wall of a building. Where serving as a required means of egress the long side shall be at least fifty per cent open and the open area above the guard rail shall be so distributed as to prevent the accumulation of smoke or toxic gases;