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ID H0643
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Business Committee
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AI Summary
- Single-family homes and multi-family dwellings up to 2 units with building permits issued on or after July 1, 2026 must have heat detection devices installed in attached garages, interconnected with the home's smoke alarm system
- Automatic fire sprinkler exemption expanded to include multi-family dwellings exceeding 2 units if no more than 2 units are on the same side of a 2-hour fire wall that extends from the lowest portion to the roof without penetrations
- Requirement applies only to new construction with permits issued on or after July 1, 2026
- Voluntary installation of automatic fire sprinkler systems remains permitted in any residential dwelling
- Declared an emergency measure with an effective date of July 1, 2026
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
2/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Business2/13/2026
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