Establishes a self-certification program for qualified design professionals to ensure compliance with building codes.

The Design Professional Self-Certification Act establishes a program allowing qualified design professionals to self-certify compliance with building codes for certain projects. Professionals must meet specific criteria, including licensure, insurance coverage, and experience. The program includes oversight, random audits, and sanctions for non-compliance. Municipalities can opt-in, and certain project types are excluded unless authorized by the Capital Development Board. The Act also mandates recordkeeping and reporting requirements. Effective January 1, 2026.

Establishes a self-certification program for qualified design professionals to ensure compliance with building codes.

The Design Professional Self-Certification Act establishes a program allowing qualified design professionals to self-certify compliance with building codes for certain projects. Professionals must meet specific criteria, including licensure, insurance coverage, and experience. The program includes oversight, random audits, and sanctions for non-compliance. Municipalities can opt-in, and certain project types are excluded unless authorized by the Capital Development Board. The Act also mandates recordkeeping and reporting requirements. Effective January 1, 2026.