PORTLAND, Ore. — Portland city officials have approved building codes that allow for the construction of single-staircase multifamily buildings up to four stories, but a requirement inserted at the ...

Compliance with building codes is crucial when homeowners are installing a spiral staircase, especially when it serves as the primary access point to a basement. If the price range for a traditional ...

An update to Metro Nashville’s building code is looking to address the city’s housing crisis. The Metro Council last week unanimously passed what’s known as Smart Stair reform, which allows for ...

Why codes matter: Ignoring staircase regulations can lead to safety hazards, failed inspections, and expensive tear-outs.

Requiring two stairs, as on lift, limits layout options for multi0-family buildings as compared to single stair, as shown at right. Pew Charitable Trust illustration. Sign up for the Concord Monitor’s ...