Bill > HB1180

This bill updates the definition of the New Hampshire state building code by replacing the reference to the International Energy Conservation Code 2018 with the International Energy Conservation Code 2024 or a similar code that achieves equivalent or greater energy savings. The update is part of a broader set of building code standards that includes various international codes published by the International Code Council and the National Electrical Code. These codes establish minimum standards for building construction, safety, and energy efficiency. The change will be effective July 1, 2026, and has been reviewed by the state building code review board. The fiscal note indicates that implementing this update will have a minimal financial impact, estimated at less than $10,000 per fiscal year from 2026 to 2029. The bill aims to ensure that New Hampshire's building codes remain current with the latest energy conservation standards and technologies.

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