Maryland HB988 repeals building energy performance standards for commercial and multifamily residential buildings.

Maryland HB988 repeals the building energy performance standards established for commercial and multifamily residential buildings. The bill removes the requirements for energy use intensity targets, direct greenhouse gas emissions reductions, and energy reporting for these buildings. It also eliminates the need for the Department of the Environment to develop and implement a statewide building energy performance standards program. The repeal takes effect on October 1, 2026.

Maryland HB988 repeals building energy performance standards for commercial and multifamily residential buildings.

Maryland HB988 repeals the building energy performance standards established for commercial and multifamily residential buildings. The bill removes the requirements for energy use intensity targets, direct greenhouse gas emissions reductions, and energy reporting for these buildings. It also eliminates the need for the Department of the Environment to develop and implement a statewide building energy performance standards program. The repeal takes effect on October 1, 2026.