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    Egress window in "loft"...is my apartment up to code?

    Okay so first off I am in an apartment so I wasn't sure if this would be considered residential or commercial (I found conflicting information when I googled). Either way, the building is less than 6 years old and I am renting out a "2 bedroom" loft apartment. Now my roommate's lease is...
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    Attic Bedroom Egress Window

    Hi Everyone. What is the maximum distance from grade to an egress window sill? And where does this come up in the code? I have asked a number of people but they can't tell me where in the code it is specified. Is it even addressed in the residential code? thank you and happy holidays.
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