Apartment buildings with only one stairwell: The answer to B.C. housing woes?

North American building codes have long mandated two staircases in apartment buildings for fire safety. Now, the B.C. government is considering relaxing this requirement, especially for buildings between two and six stories, aligning with European practices. Over the next year, potential changes to the B.C. Building Code will be explored to encourage more cost-effective construction.

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