Speaking of windows...a neighbor of mine got about a bazillion permits in order to re-roof, re-side, and generally refurbish his home.
So the town inspector comes by and hits him with a fine for having the “wrong” windows. Seems the guy wanted to replace the divided-light windows that were original to the house with — you guessed it — NEW divided-light windows. The inspector said he had to have those ugly plain windows because they were “safer” in the event of a fire.
Stupid me, I thought that’s why all those firemen carried axes.
Regards,
At least one window per bedroom is required to open large enough to get out of (egress) in a fire. That’s a pretty common requirement. You are supposed to be able to get out without a fireman’s help...