SB 33: State buildings subject to state building code review - Montana

SB0033_X(9).pdf → SB0033_X(10).pdf · 2 edits

MINOR

The bill was amended to streamline its title by removing the specific reference to 'State Government Entities' and clarifying that it applies to state agencies. Additionally, a new provision was added to exempt new construction from meeting local energy conservation standards that are stricter than state standards, provided the building contractor chooses not to adopt those higher local requirements.

Scope change

The bill's scope was narrowed slightly by removing the explicit mention of 'State Government Entities' in the title, while the substantive scope of applicability was expanded regarding energy standards by creating an exemption for contractors who prefer state-level standards over stricter local ones.

SCOPE

Removed the specific phrase 'State Government Entities' from the bill title, changing the focus to 'State Agencies' and adding a reference to amending Section 50-60-106.

REQUIREMENT

Added a new requirement that new construction is not mandated to meet local energy conservation standards that exceed state standards, unless the building contractor voluntarily elects to do so.

SB0033_2(18).pdf → SB0033_X(7).pdf · 2 edits

MINOR

The bill was reformatted from a Senate Bill draft to an Enrolled Bill, finalizing its text for signature. The substantive policy content regarding the transfer of building code authority to the Department of Labor and Industry remains unchanged, though minor text cleanup was performed to remove redundant phrases.

Scope change

No change in scope; the bill applies to public buildings owned by state government entities.

TECHNICAL

The document title was updated from 'SB0033.2' to 'SB 33' and the status was changed from 'Authorized Print Version' to 'Enrolled Bill', indicating the bill has passed both legislative houses and is ready for the Governor's signature.

Minor text cleanup was performed to remove repetitive phrases like 'Except as provided in subsection (6)' that appeared multiple times in the original draft, resulting in a cleaner and more readable statute.

SB0033_X(6).pdf → SB0033_2(18).pdf · 3 edits

MINOR

This bill amends the Montana building code to clarify that counties, cities, and towns retain responsibility for reviewing plans, issuing permits, and enforcing building codes for public buildings owned or operated by state government entities. The changes primarily involve formatting and removing redundant text, while explicitly confirming that local jurisdictions are not relieved of their duties to inspect and enforce codes for state-owned public buildings.

Scope change

The bill clarifies that the transfer of authority mentioned in the title does not apply to public buildings owned or operated by state government entities, ensuring these remain under local jurisdiction.

REQUIREMENT

Added explicit language stating that plan review, permitting, inspection, and enforcement for state-owned public buildings remain the responsibility of local counties, cities, and towns.

TECHNICAL

Removed redundant phrases like 'Except as provided in subsection (6)' and fixed formatting inconsistencies in the statutory text.

Updated bill header information to reflect the new bill number SB0033.2 and corrected page numbering.

SB0033_2(17).pdf → SB0033_X(5).pdf · 3 edits

MINOR

This bill transfers authority for reviewing building plans, issuing permits, inspecting construction, and enforcing building codes for public buildings owned or operated by state government entities from local jurisdictions to the Department of Labor and Industry. The change ensures that state-owned facilities are held to the same rigorous safety and code standards as private buildings, preventing potential gaps in oversight.

Scope change

The bill's scope now explicitly includes public buildings owned or operated by state government agencies, which were previously excluded from this specific transfer of authority.

SCOPE

Added explicit authority for the Department of Labor and Industry to regulate public buildings owned or operated by state government entities.

ENFORCEMENT

Amended the state code to clarify that local jurisdictions retain responsibility for private buildings, while state agencies take over responsibility for public state buildings.

REQUIREMENT

Updated the statutory text to remove language that previously exempted state buildings from the standard plan review and permitting processes.

SB0033_2(16).pdf → SB0033_2(17).pdf · 3 edits

MINOR

This bill amends the Montana building code to clarify that counties, cities, and towns retain full responsibility for reviewing plans, issuing permits, and enforcing building codes for public buildings owned by state agencies. The changes primarily involve formatting updates and removing repetitive text fragments, while the core legal obligations for local jurisdictions remain substantively unchanged.

Scope change

The bill's scope regarding public building enforcement remains the same, but the text now explicitly clarifies that local jurisdictions are responsible for state-owned public buildings, removing previous ambiguity.

TECHNICAL

Removed repetitive and fragmented text fragments (e.g., 'Except as provided in') that appeared due to formatting errors in the previous version.

Standardized the bill header and section numbering to align with official legislative formatting standards.

SCOPE

Clarified that the responsibility for plan review and permitting for state-owned public buildings lies with local counties, cities, and towns, rather than the state Department of Labor and Industry.

SB0033_2(15).pdf → SB0033_2(16).pdf · 3 edits

MINOR

This bill transfers authority for public building plan review, permitting, inspection, and code enforcement from local governments to the state Department of Labor and Industry. It amends the Montana Code to clarify that these specific duties for state-owned buildings are now the responsibility of the state, while retaining local control over private construction.

Scope change

The bill narrows the scope of local government authority by explicitly excluding state-owned and operated public buildings from local building code enforcement and permitting requirements.

SCOPE

Transfers responsibility for plan review, permitting, inspection, and building code enforcement for public buildings owned or operated by state government entities from local jurisdictions to the Department of Labor and Industry.

REQUIREMENT

Amends the statutory language regarding the powers and duties of counties, cities, and towns to include an exception for state-owned buildings, preventing localities from enforcing building codes on these specific properties.

TECHNICAL

Updates the bill header and title formatting to reflect the new bill number (SB 33) and correct the official title of the act.

SB0033_X(3).pdf → SB0033_2(10).pdf · 3 edits

MINOR

The bill was renumbered from SB 33 to SB 33.2 and includes a new sponsor. The core legislative text regarding building code enforcement remains substantively unchanged, though the formatting was corrected to remove repetitive and conflicting phrases that appeared in the previous version.

Scope change

The scope of the bill's authority and the specific duties of local governments remain identical; no new powers or restrictions were added to the law itself.

TECHNICAL

The bill number was updated from SB 33 to SB 33.2, and a new sponsor (G. Hertz) and requestor (Department of Administration) were added to the header.

Text formatting errors were corrected, specifically removing redundant and contradictory phrases like 'Except as provided in' that appeared multiple times within single sentences in the previous draft.

Page headers and footers were standardized to reflect the new bill number and correct page numbering.

SB0033_2(9).pdf → SB0033_X.pdf · 3 edits

MINOR

This bill transfers authority for reviewing building plans, issuing permits, and enforcing building codes for public buildings owned by state government entities from local jurisdictions to the Department of Labor and Industry. It also amends the relevant state statute to clarify these responsibilities.

Scope change

The bill's scope is modified to include public buildings owned or operated by state government entities, which were previously under local jurisdiction.

SCOPE

Transfers authority for plan review, permitting, inspection, and code enforcement for state-owned public buildings from counties, cities, and towns to the Department of Labor and Industry.

REQUIREMENT

Amends Section 50-60-106 of the Montana Code Annotated to update the legal text reflecting the new division of responsibilities between local governments and the state department.

TECHNICAL

Updates the bill header and formatting to reflect the enrolled version of the legislation.

SB0033_3.pdf → SB0033_2(9).pdf · 3 edits

MINOR

This bill amends the Montana building code to clarify that counties, cities, and towns retain full responsibility for reviewing plans, issuing permits, and enforcing building codes within their jurisdictions. The changes remove confusing text and formatting errors from previous versions, ensuring that local governments maintain their authority over public buildings without ambiguity.

Scope change

The scope of the bill remains focused on local government authority over building codes, but the text now explicitly clarifies that local jurisdictions are responsible for enforcement in their areas, removing previous confusing phrasing that suggested exceptions.

REQUIREMENT

Removed repetitive and contradictory text regarding the transfer of authority, clarifying that local governments (counties, cities, and towns) are responsible for plan review, permitting, and enforcement within their jurisdictions.

TECHNICAL

Corrected formatting errors and removed redundant phrases like 'Except as provided in subsection (6)' which appeared multiple times in the original text, improving readability and legal clarity.

DEFINITION

Standardized the language defining the responsibilities of certified local building officials, ensuring consistent application of state building code provisions.

SB0033_2(8).pdf → SB0033_3.pdf · 3 edits

MINOR

This bill streamlines the legislative text by removing redundant phrases and correcting formatting errors in the statute. The substantive policy regarding the transfer of building code authority remains unchanged, but the legal language is now cleaner and easier to read.

TECHNICAL

Removed repetitive and contradictory phrases like 'Except as provided in subsection (6)' that appeared multiple times in the original draft, likely due to a drafting error.

Corrected the header and title to remove unnecessary repetition and standardize the bill number format.

Fixed inconsistent spacing and alignment in the text to ensure the final legal version is professionally formatted.

SB0033_1(7).pdf → SB0033_2.pdf · 2 edits

MINOR

The bill's title was revised to clarify that the new building code rules apply to buildings owned or operated by state government agencies, rather than just 'state government entities.' This change likely broadens the scope to ensure all relevant state facilities are covered under the new regulations. Additionally, the bill number was updated to reflect the current legislative session version.

Scope change

The scope of applicability was expanded from 'state government entities' to 'state government agencies,' potentially including a wider range of state-owned facilities.

SCOPE

The title was changed to explicitly include 'agencies' alongside 'state government entities' to clarify which buildings are subject to the new code.

TECHNICAL

The bill number was updated from 'SB 33.1' to 'SB0033.2' to reflect the current version of the legislation.

LC0270.pdf → SB0033_1.pdf · 2 edits

MINOR

The bill was renumbered from LC0270 to SB 33 and the sponsor was updated to G. Hertz. These are administrative changes that update the bill's official identification and sponsor information, with no substantive impact on the bill's policy, requirements, or applicability.

TECHNICAL

Bill number changed from LC0270 to SB 33

Sponsor name updated to G. Hertz

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