Summary of Colorado House Bill 25-1030
House Bill 25-1030 mandates that local governments adopt building codes that meet or exceed the accessibility standards set by the International Building Code (IBC). This includes:
- Forcing local governments to adopt IBC standards whenever they amend or update building codes.
- Requiring new and renovated buildings, including public schools, healthcare facilities, hotels, and multi-family housing, to comply with international accessibility rules.
- Imposing uniform standards statewide, overriding local control over building regulations.
If passed, the bill takes effect January 1, 2026, unless a referendum petition is filed to put it before voters in November 2026.
My Thoughts on the Bill
HB 25-1030 is yet another big-government overreach that strips local communities of their ability to govern themselves. The bill forces every city and town in Colorado to adopt international accessibility mandates—whether they are necessary, practical, or even financially feasible.
Let’s be clear: this bill is NOT about accessibility. It’s about government control, unnecessary costs, and another layer of red tape that will burden small businesses, homebuilders, and local governments.
Why HB 25-1030 is Bad for Colorado
🔴 It Destroys Local Control – Local governments should determine what building codes work for their communities—not be forced to comply with one-size-fits-all, international mandates that don’t reflect local needs.
🔴 It Drives Up Housing Costs – Colorado already faces an affordability crisis. This bill adds more regulations, making construction more expensive and pricing working-class Coloradans out of the housing market.
🔴 It Burdens Small Businesses – Business owners, landlords, and developers will be forced to comply with costly new rules—or face penalties. Bureaucrats shouldn’t decide how private businesses operate.
🔴 It’s Another Unfunded Mandate – Local governments don’t get funding to implement these mandates, meaning higher local taxes or fees to cover the costs.
Enough is Enough: Local Control Matters
Colorado communities don’t need the state government dictating how they build homes, businesses, and public spaces. Local leaders, not unelected international organizations, should make these decisions.
Tell your legislators to vote NO on HB 25-1030! This bill is a bureaucratic nightmare that hurts businesses, homeowners, and local governments.
Track the progress of HB25-1030 HERE.
