Rhode Island S2694 prohibits fees for home modifications required to accommodate a veteran’s disability.

Rhode Island S2694 amends the State Building Code to prohibit the imposition of fees associated with home modifications specifically required to accommodate a veteran’s disability. This includes permit fees, plan review fees, inspection fees, and other related fees. The bill takes effect upon passage and ensures that veterans or their caregivers are not charged any building fees for these necessary modifications. The bill also mandates the development of a standard statewide process for electronic plan review, permit management, and inspection.

Rhode Island S2694 prohibits fees for home modifications required to accommodate a veteran’s disability.

Rhode Island S2694 amends the State Building Code to prohibit the imposition of fees associated with home modifications specifically required to accommodate a veteran’s disability. This includes permit fees, plan review fees, inspection fees, and other related fees. The bill takes effect upon passage and ensures that veterans or their caregivers are not charged any building fees for these necessary modifications. The bill also mandates the development of a standard statewide process for electronic plan review, permit management, and inspection.