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RI S2911

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/4/2026

Primary Sponsor

Matthew LaMountain

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires municipal building officials to complete required inspections within 20 calendar days after receiving notification from the property owner or contractor

  • Allows property owners or contractors to hire an independent building inspector (qualified under state building code) if the 20-day deadline is not met

  • Mandates that municipal building officials must accept the findings of independent building inspectors used under this provision

  • Amends Rhode Island General Laws Section 23-27.3-108.1.4 governing building code inspections

  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Permits property owners or contractors to utilize an independent building inspector if the municipality’s building inspector does not inspect the property within twenty days of notification.

Health And Safety

Last Action

Introduced, referred to Senate Housing and Municipal Government

3/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Housing and Municipal Government3/4/2026

Full Bill Text

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