Arlington commercial and multifamily buildings must follow International Building Code egress hardware rules so doors release in a single motion during emergencies. Special hardware is allowed for schools and daycares only when specific code conditions are met.
The International Building Code as adopted by Arlington in Chapter 10 requires egress doors to unlatch with a single operation and prohibits double-cylinder deadbolts, padlocks, and chains on required exits during occupancy. Schools, daycares, and certain assembly occupancies may use lockdown hardware only when listed under IBC 1010 and approved by the Arlington Fire Marshal. Apartment dwelling unit doors must include a single-action latch on the inside. Texas Property Code Chapter 92 also requires landlords to provide compliant security devices like keyless deadbolts, door viewers, and pin locks on sliding doors at the owners expense.
Egress violations are fire and building code citations carrying fines up to 2,000 dollars per day and immediate removal orders for blocked or chained exits during occupancy.
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