bluedarling yes i think there are glass panels, the spce in between panels are spaced so near. I dont believe the architect is that irresponsible :)

Summit Stairs & Millwork There are many ways to have this in your home. You could put up anything temporarily attached to get by the inspection and after approved remove it. Once you get your CO, how often do you have inspectors in your home? Not often. I have seen people who want a particular look and style that is not code compliant but will put up plexiglass panels or you could even roll our chicken wire to get it inspected. Even though the inspector will know it is coming down after the final, he can do nothing about it as long as it passes while he is there. I would never do this for a customer but what the customer does after we leave is nothing I have can control either. People want what they want.

bepsf Any local glass company can supply the appropriate thickness of glass.

bloomers Thank you!