SB 222: Residential heat pump water heater or heat pump HVAC systems.

The bill aims to promote the adoption of residential heat pump water heater and heat pump HVAC systems by providing incentives and streamlined permitting processes. Cities, counties, and city-counties will be required to adopt and offer asynchronous inspections for installations of these systems, starting July 1, 2027. These systems will not require a licensed contractor and building inspector to be simultaneously present during inspections. Cities, counties, and city-counties will be authorized to issue up to one nondiscretionary permit per installation, starting July 1, 2028, and can apply additional planning or zoning standards to encourage the adoption of zero-emission equipment or improved building efficiency. Plug-in ready window air-conditioner or window heat pump HVAC systems will be exempt from permit and inspection requirements, provided certain requirements are met. A local e…