BUILDING CODES: Provides relative to standards when constructing a residential roof in a parish in the coastal zone boundary

HB 467 requires all new residential roofs built in Louisiana parishes within the coastal zone boundary (as defined by law) to meet the latest fortified roof standards set by the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety, starting January 1, 2027. This applies directly to homeowners and builders constructing new single-family homes in coastal areas. The bill mandates that these roofs undergo inspection to earn a certified fortified roof designation from the Institute. It aims to enhance structural resilience against storm damage in vulnerable coastal communities. The requirement is limited to new construction, not existing homes.