The bill seeks to enhance the efficiency of the State Building Code Council in Washington by establishing a structured framework for statewide amendments to the state building code. It introduces a three-year adoption cycle for the state building code, requiring the council to review and act on the latest editions of model codes, such as the International Building Code and the International Residential Code, within 30 months of their publication. The council is also empowered to initiate interim code adoption cycles to rectify errors or remove unnecessary regulations and can consider emergency amendments as needed.

Additionally, the bill revises the council's composition and operational guidelines, expanding its membership to 15 individuals, including representatives from local governments, the disability community, and various private sectors. It mandates public meetings, majority voting for code amendments, and ethics training for council members. The bill also establishes technical advisory groups to assist in reviewing amendment petitions and clarifies definitions related to the state building code. It ensures public involvement in the amendment process by requiring proposed rule texts to be available for review prior to voting and includes provisions for the enforceability of remaining provisions if any part of the act is invalidated.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 19.27.031, 19.27.070, 19.27.074, 19.27A.025, 19.27A.045, 34.05.340
Substitute Bill: 19.27.031, 19.27.070, 19.27.074, 19.27A.025, 34.05.340