Residential · IRC 2021 §R408.4

Crawl Space Access Opening

Crawl space access: 18 by 24 in minimum through the floor, 16 by 24 in through a wall, a 16 by 24 in areaway below grade, and no wall opening under a door to the residence.. Referenced to IRC 2021 §R408.4.

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