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State Land Use Enacted Legislation
| Bill # | State | Year | Party | Topic |
|---|---|---|---|---|
HB 2071 |
WA | 2024 | D | Building code reform |
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Summary
- Provides that the building code council shall convene two technical advisory groups to recommend changes to the International Residential Code (IRC) so that more types of middle and multiplex housing can be built, and to the International Building Code (IBC) so that dwelling units with less than 190 square feet can be built.
- Provides that the advisory group shall provide its recommendations to the council for implementation in the 2024 international building code.
- Cities and counties must modify setback, height limit, and gross floor area requirements for retrofits of existing buildings to be used for residential housing and for new residential construction meeting passive house requirements.
- Prohibits cities and counties from requiring off-street parking for residential projects meeting passive house requirements or for other residential projects if compliance with tree retention or protection requirements otherwise make a proposed residential development infeasible
- Passive house is a voluntary standard for energy efficiency in buildings, which typically requires little energy for heating or cooling. Certified passive house projects currently meet the requirements of the State Energy Code.
Provided by lawmakers
Bill Title
Concerning residential housing regulations - building code and unit size
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