Bill
HB 6646
Overview: HB 6646, AN ACT CONCERNING THE STATE BUILDING CODE AND REQUIRED ELEVATOR SIZE, has been referred to the Joint Committee on Public Safety and Security. The bill was introd
Overview: HB 6646, AN ACT CONCERNING THE STATE BUILDING CODE AND REQUIRED ELEVATOR SIZE, has been referred to the Joint Committee on Public Safety and Security. The bill was introduced on January 24, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The main goal of this bill is to address the requirements for elevator size in buildings that are subject to the State Building Code. The legislation aims to ensure that elevators are large enough to accommodate individuals with disabilities or mobility challenges.
Key Provisions:
- Requires all new buildings subject to the State Building Code to have elevators with a minimum cab size of 5 feet by 7 feet
- Mandates that existing buildings undergoing major renovations or elevator replacements also meet the new minimum elevator size requirement
- Provides exemptions for certain building types, such as single-family homes or small commercial structures, from the elevator size mandate
Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would primarily impact builders, developers, and building owners who are subject to the State Building Code. It could also affect individuals with disabilities or mobility challenges who rely on elevators to access buildings.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the Joint Committee on Public Safety and Security for further consideration. The next step would be for the committee to hold a public hearing and potentially amend or vote on the legislation before it can proceed to the full state legislature.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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