Last year, six states eliminated a fire-safety code requiring apartment buildings taller than three stories to have at least ...

For decades, it has been an axiom of construction: To reduce the danger from fire, a multifamily apartment building needs two stairwells. But a growing body of evidence is sparking a hot debate over ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — More people are moving to Nashville, but the cost of living can come with sticker shock. According to Rent.com, the average monthly payment for an apartment in the Music City ...

Next City reports on Seattle's single-stair housing reform, promoting affordable living while addressing safety concerns amid urban density challenges.