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AL SB288

AL SB288
Building codes; Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board; Alabama Residential Building Code, authorized to be established


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Introduced
04/04/2024
In Committee
04/10/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/07/2024

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
Regular Session 2024

Bill Summary

Building codes; Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board; Alabama Residential Building Code, authorized to be established

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Alabama Residential Building Code, which the Home Builders Licensure Board has the sole authority to adopt and amend. The code will be enforced by local jurisdictions, but cannot supersede local residential building codes in effect as of October 1, 2024. The bill also creates the Alabama Residential Building Code Division and Advisory Council to assist in the administration and implementation of the code. Additionally, the bill prohibits state and local governments from restricting consumer choice regarding the installation of residential fire sprinkler systems, with some exceptions. The bill also amends provisions related to the Alabama Commercial Energy Code Board.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Currently Indefinitely Postponed (on 05/07/2024)

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