Allows single-exit stairways in certain multifamily residential buildings in North Carolina.

The bill amends the North Carolina State Building Code to allow multifamily residential buildings with specific characteristics to be served by a single-exit stairway instead of multiple exits. Qualifying buildings must be Group R-2 occupancy, have between five and 32 dwelling units, be 75 feet or less above grade plane, and be located on an individual lot. The bill outlines requirements for mid-rise and low-rise buildings, including maximum stories, number of dwelling units per floor, and fire-resistance ratings.

Allows single-exit stairways in certain multifamily residential buildings in North Carolina.

The bill amends the North Carolina State Building Code to allow multifamily residential buildings with specific characteristics to be served by a single-exit stairway instead of multiple exits. Qualifying buildings must be Group R-2 occupancy, have between five and 32 dwelling units, be 75 feet or less above grade plane, and be located on an individual lot. The bill outlines requirements for mid-rise and low-rise buildings, including maximum stories, number of dwelling units per floor, and fire-resistance ratings.