NC H421

Allows use of ungraded lumber in one- and two-family dwelling construction if milled by a registered and certified sawmill operator, with specific requirements and code enforcement review.

Requires sawmill operators to complete an approved training program and register with the Department of Insurance, with a valid certificate lasting seven years.

Permits ungraded lumber only when milled from source logs owned by the future dwelling owner and sold directly to that owner for their own residence.

Mandates code enforcement officials review the local mill certification and framing to ensure compliance with North Carolina Residential Code standards, with liability protection for code officials.

Restricts sale or lease of homes built with ungraded lumber for one year after Certificate of Occupancy issuance, requiring disclosure of ungraded lumber use if property title changes for other reasons.