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Senate committee advances bill to let some commercial HVAC standards substitute for openable windows in conversions
Summary
The committee reported S8078 to the floor after debate about indoor‑air standards. Supporters said the change would ease conversion of commercial buildings to residential units; opponents urged retaining residential ventilation standards (ASHRAE 62.2) to protect indoor air quality.
The Senate Standing Committee on Housing, Construction and Community Development voted to report S8078 — legislation to amend multiple dwelling law related to standards for openable windows in residential units — to the floor after a policy discussion about ventilation standards.
Sponsors and some committee members said the bill is intended to facilitate conversion of commercial…
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