Building Code Amendments

HB 415 modifies Utah's State Construction Code to allow property owners to alter, add to, or repair existing structures without bringing them up to current new-construction safety standards - unless the work would make the structure less safe than before. This primarily affects homeowners, contractors, and property managers renovating older buildings, reducing compliance burdens for minor updates. Key provisions include new exceptions for bedroom window egress (allowing existing smaller windows to remain) and clarifying that renovations don’t require full code upgrades unless safety is compromised. The bill also adds definitions for terms like "Accessory Dwelling Unit" and "Energy Storage System" but contains no funding or major new requirements.