Fairfax County has relaxed it’s requirement for egress windows in finished basements. Previously, all basement finishes required an egress window to be installed. Now, the new code waives this requirement for all properties constructed prior to October 1st, 2003. If you have any questions regarding the change, or would like any further information, please don’t hesitate toreach out to me. The code revision can be seen in detail at the link below.
http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dpwes/publications/lti/eero-basements.htm
Expand Your Home: Types of Home Additions Explained
Adding square footage to your home is a major decision that can dramatically increase livability and property value. When space is scarce, building up, out, or even down are all viable strategies. Here is an overview of the most common types of home additions.
