HB 1509 VA
Uniform Statewide Building Code; regulations superseded, exceptions, interpretations, report.
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Summary
This bill would modify provisions of Virginia's Uniform Statewide Building Code regarding regulations, exceptions, and interpretations. The Uniform Statewide Building Code establishes minimum standards for building design, construction, and safety throughout Virginia. The bill would amend provisions governing how code regulations are superseded, what exceptions may apply, and how the code is interpreted by local officials. The bill would also require reporting on code interpretations and exceptions.
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Official abstract
A BILL to amend and reenact §§ 36-98 and 36-118 of the Code of Virginia and to amend the Code of Virginia by adding a section numbered 36-114.2, relating to Uniform Statewide Building Code; regulations superseded; exceptions; interpretations; report.
Sponsor (1)
- Eric Phillips Republican · primary
Action history (7)
- Jan 23, 2026 Presented and ordered printed 26105662D · lower
- Jan 23, 2026 Referred to Committee on General Laws · lower
- Feb 2, 2026 Assigned HGL sub: Housing/Consumer Protection · lower
- Feb 4, 2026 Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB1509) · lower
- Feb 5, 2026 Subcommittee recommends continuing to (Voice Vote) · lower
- Feb 10, 2026 Continued to next session in General Laws (Voice Vote) · lower
- Jul 21, 2026 Continued from last session · lower
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