LD659

An Act to Reduce Housing Costs by Not Requiring Fire Sprinkler Systems for Single-family Homes and Duplexes

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Maine LD659 would exempt single-family homes and duplexes from fire sprinkler system requirements.

Maine LD659 amends the Maine Revised Statutes to prevent municipalities from enforcing fire sprinkler system requirements in single-family homes and duplexes. This change applies to all building codes, including the Maine Uniform Building Code, the Maine Uniform Energy Code, and the Maine Uniform Building and Energy Code. The bill aims to reduce housing costs by eliminating the need for fire sprinkler systems in certain residential properties.

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Calendar

Apr 17, 2025

2:30 PM

Hearing

Mar 6, 2025

10:15 AM

Hearing

History

May 6, 2025

Senate

Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)

May 1, 2025

Joint

Reported Out: ONTP

Apr 17, 2025

Joint

Work Session Held