Order for a hearing to examine potential reforms to the Massachusetts State Building Code to allow for mid-rise single stair buildings. On motion of Councilors Durkan and Breadon, Rule 12 was invoked to include Councilor Santana as an original co-sponsor.

Committee

Committee on Housing and Community Development

Introduced

February 27, 2026

On agenda

March 4, 2026

Where it was heard

City Council Mar 4, 2026 Referred to

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