# Where are escape and rescue openings required, and what are the basic requirements?

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**Created:** [February 7, 2026, 6:55pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/where-are-escape-and-rescue-openings-required-and-what-are-the-basic-requirements/264853 "2026-02-07T18:55:02Z")\
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**Author:** ![lcoxiii2](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/lcoxiii2/32/254556_2.png) [@lcoxiii2](https://forum.nachi.org/u/lcoxiii2)\
**Post date:** [February 7, 2026, 6:55pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/where-are-escape-and-rescue-openings-required-and-what-are-the-basic-requirements/264853/1 "2026-02-07T18:55:02Z")

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Escape and rescue openings are required in all sleeping rooms and in basements containing habitable space to provide occupants with a means of emergency egress. These openings must meet minimum size requirements for clear opening area, width, and height, have a maximum sill height above the floor, and must be operable from the inside without the use of keys, tools, or special knowledge.

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**Author:** ![ryoung7](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/ryoung7/32/188798_2.png) [@ryoung7](https://forum.nachi.org/u/ryoung7)\
**Post date:** [February 7, 2026, 9:30pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/where-are-escape-and-rescue-openings-required-and-what-are-the-basic-requirements/264853/2 "2026-02-07T21:30:51Z")

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EERO’s are required, in every bedroom/sleeping room, habitable spaces in attics, and basements with habitable space/s.  
Escape Route: Must open directly to a public way, or to a yard or court that opens to a public way.