IA SF595

Proposed state building code rules must consider housing affordability and include a public report to the administrative rules review committee estimating the increase or decrease in construction costs for single-family or multi-family homes

Local governments cannot prohibit state-licensed contractors, plumbers, HVAC-refrigeration, sheet metal, or hydronic professionals from performing services within their license scope, and cannot enforce local licensing provisions against state-licensed individuals

Counties and cities cannot impose fees or charges on individuals or businesses licensed by the plumbing and mechanical systems board for the right to perform work within their license scope, though permit and inspection fees remain allowed

Counties and cities cannot require licenses or impose license fees on general contractors or subcontractors as defined in state law unless required by state or federal law

Local governments cannot adopt or enforce stormwater management requirements at construction sites that are more restrictive than those approved during initial subdivision plat review, unless required by other state or federal law