Assembly Bill 209 (Chapter 251, Statutes of 2022), Section 31 (AB 209) requires the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) to submit policy recommendation(s) to ensure that residential dwelling units can maintain the recommended maximum safe indoor air temperature. The policy recommendations are due to the Legislature on or before January 1, 2025.
The policy recommendation(s) will consider the state’s climate goals, the extreme heat plan, regional temperature differences, and various methods for reducing indoor air temperatures, including, but not limited to, technical feasibility, building and site electrical system limitations, cost barriers, electric utility capacity limitations, state and federal statutory requirements, and other relevant factors. AB 209 requires HCD to consult with specific state agency and non-governmental stakeholders to develop the policy recommendation(s).
Questions or comments regarding the AB 209 project can be submitted to HCD at AB209@hcd.ca.gov.
- AB 209 Policy Recommendations (PDF)
- AB 209 Project Charter (PDF) — As specified in AB 209, HCD shall consult with stakeholders to support the development of the maximum safe indoor air temperature policy recommendation(s). The goal is to garner participation from stakeholders in the development of policy recommendation(s), and to collaborate on research relevant to the scope of AB 209. The AB 209 charter provides information on stakeholder objectives and expectations.
- AB 209 Project Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (PDF)