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KS HB2739
Bill
Status
2/25/2026
Primary Sponsor
Commerce, Labor and Economic Development
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AI Summary
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Prohibits mandatory fire sprinkler systems in townhouses of four or fewer attached units for construction projects approved after July 1, 2026, though voluntary installation remains permitted
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Requires townhouses without sprinklers to have two-hour fire-resistance-rated wall separation between units; alternatively, one-hour rated walls may be used if sprinklers are installed
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Limits townhouses covered under this exemption to three stories above grade unless further restricted to two stories by local authorities
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Bars municipalities from requiring fire sprinkler installation in residential structures (single-family homes, townhouses of four or fewer units, manufactured homes) as a condition for building permits or plat approval
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Exempts projects under the Kansas moderate income housing program and Kansas housing investor tax credit act from certain state design and accessibility specifications
Legislative Description
Providing that fire sprinkler systems shall not be required in this state for multi-family dwellings of four attached units or fewer, prohibiting municipal fire sprinkler requirements for multi-family dwellings of four or fewer attached living units and defining apartment buildings for purposes of the fire code.
Last Action
Senate Hearing: Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 1:30 PM Room 159-S
3/4/2026