International Building Code Section 1008.2.3 is hereby amended to read as follows:

1008.2.3 Exit discharge. Illumination shall be provided along the path of travel for the exit discharge from each exit to the public way.

Exception: Illumination shall not be required where the path of the exit discharge meets both of the following requirements:

1. The path of exit discharge is illuminated from the exit to a safe dispersal area complying with Section 1028.5.

2. A dispersal area shall be illuminated to a level not less than 1 footcandle (11 lux) at the walking surface.