Washington SB6279 implements the International Wildland Urban Interface Code to enhance wildfire safety in urban areas.

Washington SB6279 mandates the adoption of the International Wildland Urban Interface Code to improve wildfire safety in urban areas. The bill requires the state building code council to develop and administer a grant program for local governments to create wildfire hazard maps. It also allows local governments to adopt the International Wildland Urban Interface Code, aligning with statewide wildfire hazard maps. The bill emphasizes coordination with various state agencies and local fire marshals to ensure effective implementation and compliance with wildfire safety standards.

Washington SB6279 implements the International Wildland Urban Interface Code to enhance wildfire safety in urban areas.

Washington SB6279 mandates the adoption of the International Wildland Urban Interface Code to improve wildfire safety in urban areas. The bill requires the state building code council to develop and administer a grant program for local governments to create wildfire hazard maps. It also allows local governments to adopt the International Wildland Urban Interface Code, aligning with statewide wildfire hazard maps. The bill emphasizes coordination with various state agencies and local fire marshals to ensure effective implementation and compliance with wildfire safety standards.