This bill amends the New Hampshire Building Code to allow residential buildings that are up to four stories above grade to have only one stairway, provided that specific conditions set by the state building code review board are met. The new legal language inserted into RSA 155-A:2 establishes this exception, overriding any conflicting provisions in the International Building Code or other laws.

The bill does not delete any existing legal language but introduces a new paragraph (XII) to clarify the conditions under which the single stairway requirement applies. The act is set to take effect immediately upon its passage, which is scheduled for July 15, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 155-A:2
As Amended by the Senate: 155-A:2
As Amended by the House: 155-A:2
Version adopted by both bodies: 155-A:2
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 155-A:2