Using prebuilt stairs will usually not meet code. First, learn the parts: A landing pad is a flat surface made of concrete, pavers, or gravel at the bottom of the steps. If a stairway will not be used often and the lawn is flat, a landing pad can sometimes be omitted.
General Information. 1  A Louisiana marriage license is valid in any parish in Louisiana for a period of 30 days from issuance. There is a 72-hour waiting period between the time of issuance of the license and the ceremony. The waiting period can be waived by a district judge or justice of the peace.
How to Get a Marriage License. Couples marrying in Rhode Island must apply for a license at a city or town clerk's office. The license is valid for three months after the issuance date. The ceremony must take place in the presence of the officiant (the person performing the marriage) and two witnesses age 18 or older.