This bill mandates that a pest inspection be conducted prior to the demolition of certain buildings to prevent pest infestations from affecting adjacent properties. Specifically, it requires a certification from either a health officer or a certified commercial pesticide applicator, confirming that the building does not have a severe pest presence. The inspection must occur no earlier than two months before the issuance of a construction permit for demolition, and the certification must be filed with the construction official prior to permit issuance. If a severe pest presence is found, the responsible party must take necessary extermination steps before certification can be granted. Notably, no certification is required if there are no closely-situated buildings within 10 feet of the demolition site.

Additionally, the bill outlines that the construction permit applicant is responsible for the costs associated with pest inspections and extermination. It also allows the health officer to disapprove a pesticide applicator's certification at any time before the construction permit is issued, necessitating a new inspection and extermination if needed. The bill will take effect immediately, but the specific provisions regarding inspections and certifications will not be operational until six months after enactment.