Hotel stairwell lights on a switch?

[horses]

We have a 4-story hotel where the inspector is requiring a switch at each level. Maybe it's something in the NFPA life safety code 101? I believe he maybe referring to 210.70 (2) (3), but there is a ceiling sensor in the ceiling on each leveI so wouldn't that fall under the exception listed to (1), (2), and (3) - Remote, central, or automatic control of lighting shall be permitted in hallways, stairways, and @ outdoor entrances.

When did we get away from the stairwell lights staying on 24/7 with backup battery's that stayed on for 90 minutes and no switch?

Thanks for the input!

 

[rc/retired]

Ask your inspector for a code reference.
Unless I'm missing something, 210.70(A) is for dwelling units. (B) is for guest rooms and guest suites. (C) doesn't cover stairways.
IMO, switches aren't required in hotel/motel common stairways.
Good luck!

Ron

 

[roger]

I second Ron's post, ask for a code reference.

 

[hillbilly1]

That would be a very bad idea, someone on a different level turning off the stairwell lights while someone on a different level is on them!

 

[electrofelon]

....and ill bet a milkshake, if there is an energy code in effect, it would specifically NOT allow them to be on a switch.

 

[horses]

GC said he didn't give a code reference and electrical inspector said we could use a key switch on 1st level and 4th level? Makes no sense.

 

[roger]

Inspectors a clown.