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I live in Los Angeles and we are constructing a new patio and upper deck. My
framer tells me the railing has to be 42" tall and that seems high. Do you know
the building code for our area regarding the height of a wood railing?
Thank you!
Hi Ann, 42" is a standard almost anywhere in the country. The railing should have pickets every 4" apart unless you are using glass or some other solid substance.. I hope this information helps feel free to write again regarding this or other matters, sincerely bruce e johnson..bejohnsonconsulting.com
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Answers by Expert:
Bruce E. Johnson
Expertise
I can answer any construction related question in regards to carpentry, concrete, drywall, masonry, structural elements of any type of building, residential or commercial. Interior or exterior.
Experience
Custom Commercial and residential buildings. Churches, theaters, schools and auditoriums. Most recently I am working with the Catholic Church on several design build committees. I have a website related to scheduling and project supervision. Although my expertise is more related to multimillion dollar commercial, educational and theatrical projects my generous credentials in residential and remodelling construction make me a viable source of information regarding all forms of building questions.
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