Alternative examinations authorized; validity of license limited; codes; standards; inspections and fees; reciprocal agreements

Within their respective jurisdictions and subject to the provisions of K.S.A. 12-1542, any city or county may: (a) Utilize examinations other than those designated by K.S.A. 12-1541 for the examination of mechanical heating, ventilation and air conditioning contractors and master and journeyman heating, ventilation and air conditioning mechanics for licensure to practice only within the jurisdiction of such city or county; (b) adopt and enforce such heating, ventilation and air conditioning codes, standards and regulations as the board of county commissioners or governing body of the city deem appropriate; and (c) conduct such inspections and fix such reasonable fees therefor as the board of county commissioners or governing body of the city may prescribe. Except when authorized by reciprocal agreement between the political subdivisions involved, licenses granted upon the basis of examinations other than those designated by K.S.A. 12-1541 shall not authorize mechanical heating, ventilation and air conditioning contractors and master and journeyman heating, ventilation and air conditioning mechanics to practice outside of the jurisdiction of the city or county granting such license.