This bill mandates that certain buildings cannot be demolished without first undergoing a pest inspection to prevent infestations from spreading to adjacent properties. Specifically, a health officer or a certified commercial pesticide applicator must inspect the building for pests such as rats, mice, and roaches, and issue a certification confirming that there is no severe pest presence that could risk nearby buildings. If pests are found, extermination must occur before the certification is granted. The inspection must take place 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. If no closely-situated building exists within 10 feet, the 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 will be the responsibility of 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 on the first day of the eighth month following its enactment.