Law L26-0152, Effective from Jul 18, 2026 Published in DC Register Vol 73 and Page 011060
Summary
The One Front Door Act tells the Construction Codes Coordinating Board to change the building code so that multifamily residential buildings up to six stories can have only one entrance/egress stairway, as long as safety standards are met. It mainly impacts developers and future residents by potentially lowering construction costs and enabling larger apartment units. The change is meant to improve housing affordability and bring DC in line with other cities that have adopted similar rules.
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