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CA AB42
Bill
Status
Passed
10/10/2023
Primary Sponsor
James Ramos
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AI Summary
- Prohibits local agencies from requiring fire sprinklers in temporary sleeping cabins on sites with 50 or fewer cabins through January 1, 2027
- Defines "temporary sleeping cabin" as a nonpermanent structure under 250 square feet with no plumbing, intended for people experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness
- Requires alternative fire and life safety standards including smoke/carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers, rapid egress, emergency signage, 24-hour fire watch, and noncombustible construction with 6-foot separation
- Cabins must comply with California Building Code Appendix P or California Residential Code Appendix AZ design standards, except for fire sprinkler requirements
- Applies statewide to all cities including charter cities, with violations enforced under State Housing Law provisions
Legislative Description
Tiny homes: temporary sleeping cabins: fire sprinkler requirements.
Last Action
Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 725, Statutes of 2023.
10/10/2023
Committee Referrals
Appropriations7/13/2023
Governance and Finance6/21/2023
Housing6/7/2023
Rules5/26/2023
Appropriations4/27/2023
Local Government4/12/2023
Housing and Community Development1/26/2023
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