CVR 13-140-031 § 1
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• Act No. 181 • This code is adopted under the authority of 20 V.S.A., Chapter 172 • Vermont Fire and Safety Building Code-2015
CVR 13-140-031 establishes the legal foundation for Vermont's fire and safety building code, tracing its authority to Act No. 181 and 20 V.S.A., Chapter 172. This provision does not impose specific requirements on individuals but instead identifies the statutory basis that gives the code its legal force. The 2015 Vermont Fire and Safety Building Code derives its enforceability from this grant of legislative authority.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under CVR 13-140-031, the Vermont Fire and Safety Building Code-2015 is grounded in state law through 20 V.S.A., Chapter 172, meaning its requirements carry the full weight of statutory authority. Property owners and managers operating in Vermont should recognize that compliance obligations throughout the code stem from this legislatively granted foundation. Understanding the authority provision helps operators appreciate why inspections, permits, and code enforcement actions carry legal standing.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
CVR 13-140-031 identifies the legal authority—Act No. 181 and 20 V.S.A., Chapter 172—that underpins the Vermont Fire and Safety Building Code-2015, which governs fire and safety conditions in residential buildings. Because the code has a clear statutory basis, tenants can reference this authority when raising concerns about fire safety conditions with landlords or relevant state agencies. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand how this foundational provision connects to enforceable safety standards in their housing.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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