11B-307.3 Post-mounted objects

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11B-307.3 Post-mounted objects.

Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons shall overhang circulation paths 12 inches (305 mm) maximum when located 27 inches (686 mm) minimum and 80 inches (2032 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground. Where a sign or other obstruction is mounted between posts or pylons and the clear distance between the posts or pylons is greater than 12 inches (305 mm), the lowest edge of such sign or obstruction shall be 27 inches (686 mm) maximum or 80 inches (2032 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.

Exception: The sloping portions of handrails serving stairs and ramps shall not be required to comply with Section 11B-307.3.

11B-307.3.1 Edges and corners.

Where signs or other objects are mounted on posts or pylons, and their bottom edges are less than 80 inches (2032 mm) above the floor or ground surface, the edges of such signs and objects shall be rounded or eased and the corners shall have a minimum radius of ¹/₈ inch (3.2 mm).

Elevation drawing (a) shows an object mounted more than 27 inches high on a post. The object protrudes 12 inches maximum from the post on both sides. Elevation (b) shows signs or other obstructions mounted between posts or pylons. One object has its lowest edge mounted 27 inches high maximum between posts that are more than 12 inches apart. Another object is mounted with its lowest edge 80 inches high minimum between posts that are more than 12 inches apart.

FIGURE 11B-307.3
POST-MOUNTED PROTRUDING OBJECTS

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