SB48

SB48 updates Hawaii's building codes and standards, requiring the State Building Code Council to assess financial impacts on housing costs.

SB48 mandates the Hawaii State Building Code Council to update building codes and standards on a staggered basis, ensuring adoption within two years of publication. If not adopted, these codes automatically become part of Hawaii's state codes. The council must assess the financial impact on housing construction costs and utility costs for single-family and multi-family homes. The council is also required to consult with building industry trade associations to gather cost data and consider the impact on construction costs and utility costs.