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, indicating that the building does not have a severe pest presence. If such a presence is found, the responsible party must mitigate it before certification can be issued. The inspection must occur no earlier than two months before the demolition permit is issued, and the certification must be filed with the construction official prior to permit issuance. Notably, if there are no closely-situated buildings within 10 feet of the structure to be demolished, certification is not required.

Additionally, the bill allows the construction official to waive the certification requirement if there is an immediate danger posed by a structurally unsafe building. The costs associated with pest inspections and extermination fall on the construction permit applicant. The bill outlines that the Commissioner of Environmental Protection, in consultation with other relevant authorities, will establish necessary rules and regulations for implementation, including standards for pest designation and extermination methods. The provisions of this bill will take effect six months after its enactment.