This bill amends the "State Uniform Construction Code Act" to enhance the inspection process for construction projects by allowing owners, agents, or responsible persons to contract with private on-site inspection agencies for inspections under the construction code. The bill introduces provisions for charging separate inspection fees and permits these individuals to independently elect to use a private inspection agency for any reason, rather than being limited to situations where a local enforcing agency fails to conduct an inspection within three business days.

Additionally, the bill removes a previous requirement that allowed contracting with a private inspection agency only if the enforcing agency had repeatedly failed to perform timely inspections. The amendments also specify that inspections must occur during business hours or at mutually agreed times, and they establish a framework for fee reconciliation when private agencies are used. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the inspection process and provide more flexibility for construction project stakeholders.

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Introduced: 52:27D-132