HB5570

Construction: code; single exit stairway in multiple-family dwellings; allow under certain conditions. Amends 1972 PA 230 (MCL 125.1501 - 125.1531) by adding sec. 4j.

Complete·7/22/26

Allows single interior exit stairway in certain multiple-family dwellings under specific conditions.

This bill amends the Michigan building code to allow a single interior exit stairway in multiple-family dwellings with up to four levels above grade plane or three levels with an occupiable roof. The dwelling must have no more than four units per level, a net floor area per level of no more than 4,000 square feet, and an exit access travel distance of no more than 125 feet. The stairway must comply with fire alarm, smoke detection, and sprinkler system requirements.

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Roll Call Votes

102 Yea

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Calendar

Jun 23

12:00 PM

Senate Housing and Human Services

May 14

9:00 AM

House Government Operations

History

Jul 29

House

Approved By The Governor 07/21/2026 01:54 Pm

Jul 29

House

Filed With Secretary Of State 07/21/2026 02:34 Pm

Jul 29

House

Assigned Pa 28'26 With Immediate Effect