Basement Egress Windows - Rules and Regulations
homedit.com - February 28, 2023
A clear, homeowner-friendly walkthrough of basement bedroom code: why “egress” matters, how the IRC underpins local rules, and which local conditions (drainage, encroachment, community standards) can change what you need. It spells out egress window minimums (clear opening area, width/height, sill height from the floor, easy-open without tools) and window-well specs (clearance, minimum floor area, ladder requirements). The piece also summarizes complementary bedroom requirements—minimum room size and ceiling height, glazing/ventilation percentages, heat, electrical, and alarms—so readers can plan upgrades that are safe and saleable.