902.1 It shall be the duty of the operator of each housing business to keep fire escapes, stairways, and other egress facilities in a good state of repair and free from obstruction.

902.2 The operator of each housing business shall keep exterior stairways and fire escapes painted.

902.3 The operator of each housing business shall maintain all fire doors for vertical and horizontal communications in an openable condition in accordance with their required function.

902.4 The operator of each housing business shall keep all public and exit corridors free of obstructions.

SOURCE: The Housing Regulations of the District of Columbia, 5G DCRR § 3208, Commissioners' Order 55-1503 (August 11, 1955).