This bill proposes to amend the Arizona Revised Statutes by adding a new section, 23-491.17, which mandates that construction projects reaching a height of at least sixty feet above ground level or forty-eight feet below ground level must include an elevator for employee use. The elevator must be installed and operational when the structure reaches thirty-six feet in height, measured from the ground to the highest point of the structure, which includes specific components such as parapet walls, mechanical rooms, stair towers, and elevator penthouse structures.

The bill clarifies that certain elements are excluded from this height measurement, specifically antennas, smokestacks, flag poles, and similar attachments. Overall, this legislation aims to enhance safety and accessibility in construction projects by ensuring that elevators are available in taller structures, thereby improving working conditions for employees.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 23-491.17