Chicago’s housing crisis is sparking a fiery debate over building safety and affordability: city council members and advocates want to allow five-story apartments to have just one stairwell, slashing costs and boosting density—aligning with cities like New York and Seattle. But the Chicago Fire Department and firefighter unions fiercely oppose it, warning of deadly risks in emergencies. Proponents counter with modern safety tech like sprinklers, arguing single-stair buildings can be just as safe. No vote has been taken yet, but compromise may be on the table—though fire officials remain adamant: two stairwells are non-negotiable for life-saving response.
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