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FL S1130
Bill
AI Summary
- Creates section 553.9065, Florida Statutes, establishing thermal efficiency standards for unvented attics and unvented enclosed rafter assemblies insulated and air sealed with a minimum of R-20 air-impermeable insulation
- Requires buildings to achieve a blower door test result of less than 3 ACH50 (air changes per hour at 50 pascals) and have a positive input, balanced, or hybrid whole-house mechanical ventilation system
- Specifies that exposed portions of roof rafters not covered by R-20 insulation must be insulated with a minimum of R-3 air-impermeable insulation, unless covered by a finished ceiling or continuous insulation is installed above the roof deck
- Requires all indoor heating, cooling, ventilation equipment, and ductwork to be located inside the building thermal envelope
- Directs the Florida Building Commission to adopt these provisions into the Florida Building Code by October 1, 2024, with the act taking effect July 1, 2024
Legislative Description
Florida Building Code
Last Action
Died in Community Affairs
3/8/2024
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