HB 1095 Summary

• Requires a permit from the division of fire and building safety or an approved county, city, or town to install and use outdoor stage equipment for outdoor performances, effective July 1, 2012.

• Authorizes the fire prevention and building safety commission to adopt rules establishing equipment standards and safety requirements for outdoor stage equipment to protect performers and audiences.

• Allows counties, cities, and towns to regulate outdoor stage equipment under commission-approved programs, with inspectors meeting state qualifications and local ordinances subject to state rule approval.

• Defines "outdoor stage equipment" as stages and auxiliary structures used for outdoor performances, excluding items already regulated as building structures, amusement devices, or lifting devices under existing law.

• Creates a Class C infraction for installing, using, or allowing use of outdoor stage equipment without a valid permit or in configurations not approved by the permit.