Bill > HB1217

This bill exempts certain existing buildings from new energy performance standards and energy use intensity targets until their major components, such as lighting or heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, need replacement due to failure or reaching the end of their lifespan. A "covered building" is defined as a commercial or multifamily residential building, or one owned by the state, with a gross floor area of at least 35,000 square feet, but it excludes historic properties, schools, hospitals, manufacturing buildings, and agricultural buildings. The bill aims to provide flexibility for owners of buildings that received their use and occupancy permit before June 1, 2022, delaying mandatory upgrades until a natural point of replacement for essential building systems.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB1217?ys=2026RS