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This bill requires the Washington state department (likely the Department of Labor and Industries) to establish new elevator standards by March 31, 2026, specifically targeting smaller apartment buildings. The standards will give cities and counties two options for compliance: first, they can require elevators to meet the most recent global safety standards, or alternatively, they can use current North American safety standards. Additionally, the bill mandates that for apartment buildings with six stories or fewer and a total of 24 units or less, passenger elevators must be sized to accommodate a wheelchair. This legislation aims to improve accessibility and safety in smaller multi-unit residential buildings by providing clear, updated guidelines for elevator design and implementation, potentially making these buildings more usable for people with mobility challenges.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5156&Year=2025&Initiative=false