LA City Council moves toward allowing single-staircase apartment buildings
Supporters say the move could lead to more affordable, family-sized units, while fire safety officials urge cautious approach ...
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Stairs collapse at Medical District apartment complex
Several families had to be evacuated Tuesday after stairs collapsed at a Medical District apartment, the Memphis Fire ...
Single-stair standard for multifamily advances in City Council
Proponents say eliminating requirements for two staircases will foster bigger apartment units and lower construction costs.
Motion to remove double staircase requirement in L.A. building code adopted
The Los Angeles City Council adopted a motion Wednesday that would remove a requirement for apartment buildings to have ...
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Fewer staircases in new LA buildings? Why experts say it could unlock more housing
A new Los Angeles City Council proposal envisions a future in which renters live in buildings with less room for stairs and more room for apartments. The motion introduced Wednesday could lead to ...