Bill
H 4699
Overview: H 4699, An Act to study single-stair residential buildings, Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means, Introduced: Novemb
Overview: H 4699, An Act to study single-stair residential buildings, Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means, Introduced: November 06, 2025
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to address potential safety concerns related to residential buildings with only a single staircase. The legislation calls for a comprehensive study to examine the prevalence, design, and safety implications of these types of buildings, with the goal of informing future policy decisions.
Key Provisions:
- Directs the Department of Public Safety to conduct a statewide study on single-stair residential buildings
- Requires the study to gather data on the number, location, and characteristics of these buildings
- Calls for the study to assess the fire safety, accessibility, and other potential risks associated with single-stair designs
- Instructs the Department to provide policy recommendations based on the study's findings, including potential code changes or other interventions
Affected Parties and Impacts: The primary affected parties would be residents of single-stair residential buildings, who may face heightened safety risks. Building owners, developers, and local officials responsible for code enforcement and public safety would also be impacted by any policy changes stemming from the study's recommendations. The general public may benefit from improved safety standards for residential buildings.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: This bill has been reported favorably by a committee and referred to the House Ways and Means Committee for further consideration. This indicates the legislation is progressing through the legislative process and may soon be scheduled for a floor vote, potentially with additional amendments or changes made by the committee.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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