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SB 5416

Compelling the state building code council to expand residential building code classifications.

2023-2024 Regular Session Introduced by John Braun and 7 co-sponsors

Overview: SB 5416, Compelling the state building code council to expand residential building code classifications.Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to direct the state building co

By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
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Bill Summary · SB 5416

Overview: SB 5416, Compelling the state building code council to expand residential building code classifications.
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to direct the state building code council to expand the existing residential building code classifications to better accommodate a wider range of housing types and living arrangements.

Key Provisions:
- Requires the state building code council to create new residential building code classifications for alternative housing models, such as tiny homes, accessory dwelling units, and co-living spaces.
- Mandates the council to develop specific building code requirements and standards for these alternative housing types, ensuring they meet safety and livability standards.
- Directs the council to consult with relevant stakeholders, including housing advocates, developers, and local government representatives, in the process of developing the new code classifications.
- Establishes a timeline for the council to complete the expansion of residential building code classifications.

Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would primarily impact individuals and organizations involved in the development, construction, and regulation of alternative housing models. The expanded building code classifications would provide clearer guidelines and facilitate the construction of a broader range of residential options to meet the diverse housing needs of the state's population.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill is currently in the process of being reintroduced and retained in its present status. The next steps would involve further legislative consideration and potential passage, followed by the state building code council's implementation of the new residential building code classifications.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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