fire protection systems, inspections

HB 2263 standardizes inspections of smoke and fire dampers in building fire protection systems, requiring local inspections to follow nationally recognized standards. It authorizes the state fire marshal to provide certified inspectors and resources to local authorities upon request. The bill also clarifies county code adoption rules, prohibiting counties from banning fire sprinklers in single-family homes or small residential buildings (up to two units) and preventing fines for not installing them. Additionally, it prevents counties from requiring fire sprinklers as part of fire apparatus access road requirements for single-family properties.