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B.C. fire chiefs worry building code change to allow 1 stairwell will jeopardize safety

Buildings up to 6 storeys allowed to have 1 exit stairwell instead of 2 in effort to boost housing supply

CBC NewsRob Easton

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…

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B.C. fire chiefs worry building code change to allow 1 stairwell will jeopardize safety

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CBC NewsRob Easton, Posted: Aug 31, 2024 10:00 AM EDT | Last Updated: 1 hour ago
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