An Act relative to problem properties, enhancing fire safety and addressing resident displacement
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill addresses safety and housing issues related to "problem properties" – buildings with significant fire hazards or other safety concerns. It aims to improve fire safety inspections and enforcement for these properties, while also providing resources to help residents avoid displacement. The bill also includes a study order to examine the issue further and explore potential solutions for addressing the root causes of these problems.
Key provisions
- Requires increased fire safety inspections for problem properties.
- Establishes a process for addressing fire code violations in these properties.
- Includes a study order to investigate the causes of problem properties and potential solutions.
- Addresses potential resident displacement associated with problem properties.
- Links this bill to a related study order (H5318).
Who is affected
- Property owners
- Residents of problem properties
- Fire safety officials
- Local municipalities
- Housing authorities
Notable changes
- The bill mandates enhanced fire safety measures for properties identified as ‘problem properties.’
- It incorporates a study order to investigate the underlying causes of these properties and potential interventions.
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Sponsors
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3 on record
Primary sponsor
David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf
Cosponsors
David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf
Patricia A. Duffy
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