Egress Code

Egress codes are established as a means of emergency exit from a home or bedroom. These codes vary by state and local policy. Massachusetts law says that every house and every bedroom must have 2 means of egress. 

An egress must:

• Have a minimum sill height of 44"
• One the ground level, have a net clear of 5 square ft
• On the upper levels have a net clear of 5.7 square ft

For a House:

• Front or main egress must be at least 36" wide
• Back or secondary egress must be at least 32" wide

For a Bedroom

• Must be at least 20" x 24" or 24" x 20"