A floor plan showing the wall opening and room names is required. Seven feet minimum of height is required from the basement floor to the underside of the finished ceiling.
Ventilation is required.
The distance between the exterior opening for the fresh air intake and a vent for a furnace, hot water heater, etc is 10 feet. This duct is in addition to the required hot air and cold air grills that are required in every room. If foam plastic insulation is used, a 15 minute minimum thermobarrier is required. There is no sleeping allowed in a finished basement area unless proper egress, natural light, and ventilation requirements are met. Additional information on egress requirements can be obtained from the building inspector.