RELATING TO THE STATE BUILDING CODE.

SB 632 requires the State Building Code Council to create and adopt a new green building standards code. This bill directly affects builders, developers, and architects working on new construction and major renovations across the state. The key provision mandates the Council to establish specific environmental standards for energy efficiency, water conservation, and sustainable materials in building projects. Once adopted, these standards would become part of the state building code, guiding construction practices to reduce environmental impact. The bill focuses on creating measurable sustainability requirements, not on specific project outcomes.