This bill amends RCW 19.27A.210 to allow K-12 schools and school districts to request extensions for compliance with state energy performance standards for their buildings. Specifically, it introduces provisions that enable these educational institutions to submit a request for an extension beyond the scheduled compliance date, provided they include a noncompliance mitigation plan demonstrating their efforts to achieve compliance. The extension granted can last for up to 10 years and cannot be renewed. Additionally, the bill ensures that no administrative penalties will be imposed on schools or school districts that submit such requests.

The bill also includes various amendments to the existing energy performance standards, such as establishing energy use intensity targets, compliance reporting requirements, and penalties for noncompliance. It emphasizes the importance of energy efficiency measures and provides a framework for the department to support building owners in meeting these standards. Furthermore, it mandates the department to adopt rules necessary for implementing these changes, including those that facilitate the extension process for schools and school districts.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 19.27A.210
Substitute Bill: 19.27A.210