This bill introduces new provisions to chapters 64.38, 64.34, and 64.90 of the Revised Code of Washington, aimed at preventing unreasonable restrictions on the installation and maintenance of fire-hardened building materials in common interest communities. The governing documents of these communities cannot prohibit the use of such materials, provided they meet applicable health and safety standards set by state and local authorities. While reasonable rules regarding the design and appearance of these materials can be established, they must not render the use of fire-hardened materials infeasible or significantly increase their costs. Additionally, property owners are not granted rights to install these materials on properties owned by others, leased properties without permission, or common areas of the association.

The bill also includes a retroactive application clause, stating that any existing provisions in governing documents that conflict with these new regulations will be considered void and unenforceable. The definitions of "fire-hardened building materials" are specified, referencing standards from the International Wildland Urban Interface Code and the National Fire Protection Association. The new sections will expire on January 1, 2028, ensuring a temporary but significant change in how wildfire safety measures can be implemented in community settings.