B26-0768

Net Zero Continuity Temporary Amendment Act of 2026

Introduced·7/13/26
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Amends building codes to temporarily suspend certain net-zero energy requirements for specific projects.

The Net Zero Continuity Temporary Amendment Act of 2026 modifies building codes to temporarily exempt certain projects from net-zero energy requirements. Specifically, it excludes temporary buildings, additions under 10,000 square feet, police, fire, emergency response, and Office of Unified Communications facilities, natatoriums, and projects with submitted permits before October 1, 2024. It also prohibits on-site fuel combustion for thermal energy except for backup power generation.

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History

Jul 14

Council

Retained by the Council

Jul 13

Council

Introduced in Office of the Secretary