South Dakota Egress Codes
CONTACTS
- Paul Merriman, Building Official/Fire Marshal
- (605) 773-3563
RESOURCES
- Website: http://sd.gov/government.aspx
- Code Adoption Information: http://www.iccsafe.org/about-icc/government-relations/map/south-dakota/
IRC EGRESS CODES - QUICK GLANCE
Window Well Requirements For Egress
-
Minimum
Width36" -
Minimum
Projection36" -
Maximum
Depth44"Without an Egress Ladder -
Maximum
Depth
∞With a Permanent Egress Ladder
Basement Window Requirements For Egress
-
Minimum
Opening5.7 ft²Above Grade -
Minimum
Opening5 ft²Below Grade -
Minimum
Width20" -
Minimum
Height
24"
South Dakota adopts the IBC and IPMC which become the prevailing code where jurisdictions have no adopted codes. The state also adopts the IFC and IMC, which are administered by the State Fire Marshal. The state authorizes counties and local governments to adopt model building codes, with the restriction that they adopt the IBC. Jurisdictions are permitted to amend the State Codes to conform to local needs.
Check local codes
- 2021 International Building Code
- 2015 International Fire Code
- 2015 International Mechanical Code
- 2021 International Property Maintenance Code
Last updated: Friday, Mar 14, 2023
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