This bill amends the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act by introducing new regulations regarding automatic fire sprinkler systems in one-family and two-family dwellings. Specifically, it mandates that the Department of Labor and Industry shall promulgate regulations to adopt standards for these systems as outlined in section R313.2 of the International Residential Code (2009 edition) and any future revisions. This addition aims to enhance safety measures in residential construction by ensuring that automatic fire sprinkler systems are included in the building standards.

Additionally, the bill repeals existing provisions that exempt automatic fire sprinkler systems from the act, which previously allowed builders to offer buyers the option to install such systems without it being a requirement. The repealed section included stipulations for builders to inform buyers about the costs and benefits of installing these systems. By removing these exemptions, the bill seeks to ensure that automatic fire sprinkler systems are a standard requirement in new residential constructions, thereby improving fire safety in homes. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes/Laws affected:
Printer's No. 2564 (Nov 06, 2025): P.L.491, No.45