Bill Summary for H 706 (2015-2016)
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AN ACT TO REQUIRE THE BUILDING CODE COUNCIL TO AMEND THE NORTH CAROLINA BUILDING CODE TO EXEMPT OPEN AIR CAMP CABINS FROM CERTAIN REQUIREMENTS OF THE CODE.Intro. by McGrady, Whitmire, Jordan, Harrison.
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Directs the Building Code Council to amend the 2012 NC Building Code (Code) to prohibit any requirement from being enforced on open air camp cabins, meaning a single-story structure as described in the act, that is more stringent than the following: (1) requiring more than two unimpeded exits, provided lighted exit signs are not required; (2) any requirement that the structure have plumbing or electrical systems; and (3) requiring that, in addition to smoke detectors and handheld fire extinguishers, a sprinkler system also be installed.
Provides that the above provisions are to be followed by the Building Code Council and local governments enforcing the Code until the amendment to the Code is adopted. Requires the amendment to be substantively identical to the above provisions.