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MN HF3221

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/20/2014

Primary Sponsor

Carlos Mariani

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Origin

House of Representatives

88th Legislature 2013-2014

AI Summary

  • Requires residential building contractors and remodelers to provide prospective buyers with information about International Residential Code requirements for residential fire sprinkler systems
  • Mandates contractors show prospective buyers a video comparing differences between legacy and modern home construction as part of sales presentations
  • Requires contractors to provide cost bids for homes with and without residential fire sprinkler installation, including 30-year amortization costs
  • Directs contractors to advise prospective buyers to obtain insurance information regarding potential premium discounts from installing residential fire sprinklers
  • Requires buyers to certify they received required information and a written notice stating the residence will not meet minimum International Residential Code fire protection standards without residential fire sprinklers
  • Effective for new residential construction or remodeling contracts entered into after December 31, 2015

Legislative Description

Residential fire sprinklers safety protection notice required.

Last Action

Introduction and first reading, referred to Jobs and Economic Development Finance and Policy

3/20/2014

Committee Referrals

Jobs and Economic Development Finance and Policy3/20/2014

Full Bill Text

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