Basement Staircase - REHAB - Section 8 Guidance
Hello BP - I am looking for some guidance on staircase railings, especially for Section 8 rental approval. Can I have an OPEN side to the staircase into the basement area....? Or, is there a requirement to have railing on BOTH sides going into the basement.
I ask because to put railing on BOTH sides would NOT allow certain (ie; couch, bed, etc) furnishings to be easily placed in the basement.... I dont want HOLES in my walls, or railing removed/replaced just to get furniture into this room. This home is in Cook County Illinois. HELLLLLLP - in rehab mode, but NEED NEXT steps - no waste for money.....ijs....
Please see the attached photo of - current state..... Is this "ok"....?