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Introduced
01/09/2026
01/09/2026
In Committee
01/09/2026
01/09/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Regular Session
Bill Summary
Board of Housing and Community Development; Uniform Statewide Building Code; homeowners who live off grid. Directs the Board of Housing and Community Development to amend the Uniform Statewide Building Code to exempt any homeowner who lives off the electrical grid from complying with provisions of the Building Code regarding electrical systems, so long as his home is otherwise habitable pursuant to Building Code regulations.
AI Summary
This bill directs the Board of Housing and Community Development to update the Uniform Statewide Building Code, which sets minimum standards for construction and safety across the state. Specifically, it mandates an exemption for homeowners who live "off the electrical grid" – meaning they do not receive electricity from a utility company – from having to follow the code's rules concerning electrical systems. This exemption applies as long as their homes are otherwise safe and livable according to the rest of the Building Code's requirements.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Continued to next session in General Laws (Voice Vote) (on 02/10/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB314 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB314) | https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1095075.PDF |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB314/text/HB314 |
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