Bill > HB1522

This bill, known as the Fuel Gas Detector Act, requires building owners to install and maintain fuel gas detectors in residential and commercial buildings that have appliances using propane, natural gas, or liquefied petroleum gas. The bill defines fuel gas detectors as devices that are battery-powered or electrical, have a sensor to detect gas elevations, and sound a warning alarm, meeting specific Underwriters Laboratories standards. For residential buildings, owners must install at least one fuel gas detector in rooms with gas-combusting appliances, particularly when a property is transferred or a new tenant moves in. Commercial building owners must similarly install detectors in rooms with gas appliances or areas susceptible to gas leaks. In rental dwellings, landlords are responsible for providing working detectors at the start of each occupancy and repairing them upon tenant notification, while tenants must maintain the detectors and keep them functional. Municipalities are tasked with enforcing the act, with the right to inspect buildings and levy penalties of up to $500 for violations. The bill also limits owner liability if they conduct proper inspections and address known detector issues. The act will take effect on January 1, 2027, giving building owners time to comply with the new requirements.

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