· RI legislature · 2026

AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- STATE BUILDING CODE

Allows for building inspectors to conduct “virtual inspections” or utilize photographic evidence, at the building official’s discretion, from time to time during and upon completion of the work for which the building official has issued a permit.

Sponsor

Bob Phillips (D-RI)

Introduced

2026-02-27

Policy area

Housing and Community Development

Latest action

03/17/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study