The B.C. government has announced changes to the province's building code that will allow buildings up to six storeys to have one exit stairwell instead of two.

Housing Minister Ravi Kahlon said in a statement Thursday that updating the building code to remove the requirement for a second egress or exit stairwell per floor will facilitate more options for residents who need larger layouts.

A provincial statement said the change will make it possible to build housing projects on smaller lots and a…