HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 09 - CodesMEMO TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BRUNO RUMBELOW, CITY MANAGER
MEETING DATE: NOVEMBER 7, 2023
SUBJECT: PRESENTATION FOR UPCOMING CHANGES TO THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 7
RECOMMENDATION: Chief Building Official to present proposed amendments to the 2021
International Building Code, the 2021 International Residential Code, the
2021 International Mechanical Code, the 2021 International Plumbing
Code, the 2021 International Fuel Gas Code, the 2020 National Electrical
Code, the 2018 Swimming Pool and Spa Code adopted by the State of
Texas, and the City of Grapevine Regional amendments.
FUNDING SOURCE:
BACKGROUND: The City of Grapevine is currently operating under the 2006 International
Codes (building, residential, mechanical, plumbing and fuel gas) and the
2005 National Electric Code, with amendments to each of these codes.
There have been five versions released since that time. Technology as it
relates to construction has changed dramatically since 2006 and has
improved construction practices to make for a safer environment and in
some cases also save money. Adoption of a more modern code will allow
us to meet the current expectations of builders and users.
The Building Board of Appeals met on November 14, 2022, and
unanimously recommended approval of the amendments for the adoption
of the aforementioned codes.
On August 14, 2023, the Building Board of Appeals reconvened to hear
recommendations to include changes to the amendments for the adoption
of the 2021 International Building Code and the 2020 National Electric
Code (NFPA 70) regarding Electric Vehicle Charging Stations that were
unanimously recommended for approval. The State of Texas has adopted
the 2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code; therefore, the
proposed ordinance adopts this code by reference.
Staff will make a presentation on the proposed changes to the code and
bring the Code back for Council action on November 21.