Bedroom Definition

Bedroom Definition

The BLC Rules define a “Bedroom” as follows: 

 

Bedroom Definition 
a. Must have a closet within the bedroom or master bedroom suite. 
b. Must not be used as a “walk through” to another room. 
c. Must have two means of egress (door and window). 


i.  The International Residential Code (IRC) 2015 pertains to all single and two-family homes and is intended to keep occupants safe in case of emergency to: 

• Allow occupants an exit, and 
• Provide access to emergency responders. 


ii. Specifications for an egress window: 

• Bottom cannot exceed 44” from the finished floor. 
• Open height and width of 24” x 20”. 
• Minimum opening area is 5.7 square feet. 


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