Rules Committee
A 11674 status: Referred — REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS (updated Sep 2, 2026).
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Bill summary
The bill mandates the adoption of the International Building Code (IBC) standards for mass timber (Types IV-A, IV-B, and IV-C) within the New York Executive Law and the NYC Administrative Code.
Property developers, construction firms, structural engineers, municipal building departments, and timber industry suppliers.
The NYC Commissioner must submit proposed amendments incorporating these mass timber standards to the city council by January 1, 2028, following advisory committee review.
Short-term compliance costs for design and architectural transitions; potential for long-term construction cost savings due to modularity.
Takes effect on the ninetieth day after enactment, with a specific deadline of January 1, 2028, for NYC code update proposals.
Promotion of sustainable, low-carbon construction methods and alignment with modern, globally recognized building safety and structural standards.
Need for specialized training for building inspectors and fire safety personnel; initial supply chain constraints for qualified mass timber products.
The exact timeline for wider statewide adoption beyond the specific amendments mentioned and the potential impact on local real estate market pricing.
Modeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
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No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
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Fire and safety effectiveness relies heavily on rigorous enforcement of the newly adopted IBC standards.
Analysis scope
Does not provide specific details on state-level implementation beyond the NYC mandate
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