OH HB304

Amends the state fire code to require replacement of existing non-hardwired smoke alarms with sealed battery smoke alarms in residential occupancies under four specific conditions: when 10 years pass after manufacture, when ownership changes, when a new tenant takes possession, or when alterations/repairs are made.

Allows exceptions to the sealed battery requirement for smoke alarms powered by building electrical systems, fire alarm systems with electronic connections, devices using low-power radio frequency wireless signals, or devices using wi-fi/wireless networking with internet notifications.

Defines "sealed battery smoke alarm" as a device with tamper-resistant housing powered by a nonreplaceable, nonremovable energy source capable of powering the device for a minimum of 10 years from the manufacture date.

Establishes identical smoke alarm requirements in the nonresidential and residential building codes through the Board of Building Standards.

Voids Section 314.1.2 of rule 4101:8-3-01 of the Administrative Code effective June 30, 2022.