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ID H0639
Bill
Status
2/23/2024
Primary Sponsor
Ways and Means Committee
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AI Summary
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Single family homes and multiple family dwellings up to two units issued building permits for new construction on or after July 1, 2024, must have a heat detection device with suitable temperature rating installed in any attached garage.
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Heat detection devices must be interconnected with the smoke alarm system for the home or dwelling unit to which the garage is attached.
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Multiple family dwellings exceeding two units qualify for the fire sprinkler exemption if no more than two units are on the same side of a two-hour fire wall between dwelling units, and the fire wall extends from the lowest portion to the roof without penetrations.
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The exemption from automatic fire sprinkler system requirements applies to single family homes and multiple family dwellings up to two units, provided heat detection devices are installed as specified.
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Act becomes effective July 1, 2024, and is declared an emergency measure.
Legislative Description
Amends existing law to require certain heat detection devices in certain attached garages and to provide an exemption from a requirement of fire sprinklers for certain multiple family dwellings with fire walls.
BUILDING CODES
Last Action
Reported Printed and Referred to Business
2/26/2024