This bill modifies existing housing code requirements in Kansas, specifically addressing design and construction standards, as well as accessibility requirements for doorways and other interior spaces. It exempts certain state specifications from applying to projects under the moderate income housing program and the Kansas investor tax credit housing act. Additionally, the bill removes the definition of "apartment houses" from the Kansas Statutes and establishes requirements for adopting the 2024 edition of the international fire code. It amends several sections of the Kansas Statutes Annotated, including K.S.A. 31-133, 31-134, and 58-1401, while repealing K.S.A. 31-132a and the existing sections of the aforementioned statutes.

Key changes include the removal of references to "apartment houses" in the context of fire safety regulations, which will now not apply to buildings used solely as dwelling houses with no more than two families. The bill also streamlines the process for the state fire marshal to adopt rules and regulations, allowing for the incorporation of the new international fire code without the need for an economic impact statement. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance fire safety and prevention while providing flexibility for housing projects that cater to moderate-income families.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 12-16, 31-132a
As Amended by House Committee: 12-16, 31-132a, 58-1401
As Amended by Senate Committee: 12-16, 31-132a, 31-133, 58-1401
{As Amended by Senate Committee of the Whole}: 12-16, 31-132a, 31-133, 31-134, 58-1401
Enrolled: 31-133, 31-134, 58-1401, 31-132a