Historic Zoning Commission

Old North Knoxville H-1: Level II

3-H-13-HZ

Applicant Request

Level II. Replacement/repair

Remove existing noncompliant front step handrails and front porch balustrade. Replace with code compliant handrail and balustrade as per submitted sketch. Balustrade is to have 2x2 square balusters. Handrail is to be molded canted/beveled to meet Building Code for handgrip. Balusters to die into the top and bottom rails and not overlap. Bottom rail to be 4" above the porch floor.
Note -- existing balustrade and handrail are in violation and must be removed.