From the Forum: Will Adding Stories Mean Installing an Elevator?

A homeowner is thinking about putting some additional stories on the top of their townhouse and is wondering how high they can go before an elevator would be required. The two-family house has three stories above a basement. If they stay below five stories will they avoid having to install an elevator? What else should they consider?

Please chime in with your advice.

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