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SB1077: Carbon monoxide detector; Board of Housing

SENATE BILL NO. 1077
Offered January 10, 2007
Prefiled January 9, 2007
A BILL to amend the Code of Virginia by adding a section numbered 36-99.3:01, relating to the Board of Housing and Community Development; carbon monoxide detectors in certain rental dwelling units; report.
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Patrons-- Ruff and Bell
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Referred to Committee on General Laws and Technology
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Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia:

1. That the Code of Virginia is amended by adding a section numbered 36-99.3:01 as follows:

§ 36-99.3:01. Carbon monoxide detectors in certain multifamily dwelling units.

The Board of Housing and Community Development shall promulgate regulations pursuant to the Administrative Process Act (§ 2.2-4000 et seq.) establishing standards for the installation of carbon monoxide detectors in multifamily rental units that (i) have an attached garage or carport, (ii) are adjacent to a parking space, or (iii) contain or are serviced by an appliance or device that uses carbon-based fuels.  

2. That the Board of Housing and Community Development and the Department of Fire Programs shall establish a working group consisting of (i) the State Fire Marshal, (ii) representatives of local fire departments and rescue squads, and (iii) representatives of landlord and tenant interests to develop an educational program focusing on the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning and preventive measures that may be taken by owners of multifamily rental units. The Board shall report the educational program to the Governor and the 2008 Session of the General Assembly.

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