SB 5770-S.E - DIGEST

 

                              (DIGEST AS ENACTED)

 

      Declares that the minimum state energy code for new nonresidential buildings shall be the Washington state energy code, 1986 edition, as amended.

      Authorizes the state building code council to amend the code in accordance with specified criteria.

      Requires the commission to consider the expenses of research and development in setting appropriate rates of return.