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City of Jefferson Code Review Steering Committee
April 27, 2017
COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT:
Kyle Kittrell, Chair
Randy Allen, Vice Chair
Dan Klindt
Jim Crabtree
Jim Wisch
larry Brandhorst
Paulette Kreter
EX-OFFICIO MEMEBERS PRESENT:
Jason Turner, City of Jefferson
Matt Schofield, City of Jefferson
larry Burkhardt, City of Jefferson
1. Call to Order
COMMITTEE MEMBERS ABSENT:
Jim Dove
larry Kolb
Public Present:
Please see attached sign in sheet
Chair Kittrell called the meeting to order at 10:02 a.m.
2. Approval of previous meeting minutes from February 23,2017.
The meeting minutes were approved.
3. Public Comments
The Apartment Association stated that their view on fire sprinkler systems should remain as is in
current code, which is above 10 units for R-2 use classifications. Discussion ensued with the
Steering Committee members to clarify the view point on this topic. Primary concern was the
additional cost factor. The Steering Committee listened and offered some cost facts based on
the average 900 sf apartment rent seeing a minimal increase. Discussion also that the fire
barrier requirements are reduced to 1 hour from a 2 hour fire rating since it anticipated that the
residential unit would be sprinkled. It was discussed about spot fire suppression devices,
especially about ranges and that charcoal grills cannot be on combustible decks.
4. Fire Sprinkler discussion -IBC and IFC-commercial residential building requirements
The IBC and IFC subcommittees had a difference earlier, but by meeting time, both were in
agreement to accept the code versions without modifications to the fire sprinkler requirements.
There was considerable discussion on this topic, especially the difference between current code
and the new requirement.
5. Code review progress updates from the subcommittee chairs and vice chairs
All subcommittees have finished their review and recommended bills to adopt the new codes.
6. Old Business-review timeline of proposed bills for code adoption
The schedule was reviewed and revised. It is attached to the minutes. Part of the discussion
focused on Public Comment meetings. The committee decided on two (2) meetings. One would
be from 3-5 pm and the other from 6-8 pm. City staff would recommend the dates for
committee approval.
7. Review proposed bills for adoption of the 2015 IBC.
After some discussion, the bill was sent back to the subcommittee to discuss Storm Shelters and
Special Inspection requirements.
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8. New Business
The committee is scheduled to discuss the IFC, IPMC and the IBC next time. Also brought up was
a new subcommittee to review Building Regulations process and building permit fees. Randy
Allen volunteered to chair the new subcommittee.
9. Next Meeting Date? -May 11th?
The next meeting date will be from lOam to 12pm on May 11, 2017.
10. Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 11:45 am.
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Possible amendments to Chapter One of the 2015 Building Code:
1. Section 105-revisit exempt work from permit.
2. Section 106-posting of structural design live load-delete section.
3. Section 113-delete
4. Section 114-amend violation to meet current city standard
5. Section 116-compare against Dangerous building city code sections
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New Building Code Proposed Timeline
As a planning guide, below is a proposed timeline for the approval process of the adoption of the
new building codes.
Overview:
In general, the technical sub-committees will make recommendations to the Steering Committee.
Upon code adoption approval by the Steering Committee, a public comment period will be held that
includes 2 public forums. After any adjustments, the proposed ordinances will then be submitted to
the City Council by city staff for their consideration and possible approval. Since this is an Ad Hoc
Committee made by Council Resolution, all meetings are public and will have time allocated for
public comments within their agendas.
Codes under consideration for adoption:
A. 2014 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70 or the National Electric Code (NEG)*
recommended
B. 2015 International Code Council (ICC) versions:
1. International Fire Code (IFC)
2. International Residential Code (IRC)-recommended
3. International Building Code (IBC)
4. International Existing Building Code (IEBC)-recommended
5. International Mechanical Code (IMC)-recommended
6. International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC)-recommended
7. International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC)
8. International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) -recommended
9. International Wildland-Urban Interface Code (IWUIC) -not recommended
10. International Plumbing Code (/PC) -*recommended
11. International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) -not recommended
12. International Green Construction Code (IGCC) -not recommended
13. ICC Performance Code (ICCPC) -not recommended
* Recommendation from Electrical and Plumbing Licensing Boards
The adoption of the new codes will need to be in at least three (3) bills -one for modifications to
City Code Chapter 8 (Buildings and Building Regulations), one bill for new building codes and the
other for Chapter 13 (Fire Prevention and Protection). The IFC is administered by the Fire
Department and the remaining codes by Planning and Protective Services Department.
Process and Tentative Timeline:
February 23, 2017-Review draft bills for adoption of the IMC and IFGC (DONE, bills approved)
March 20, 2017 -Special guest plus review draft bills for adoption for the IRC, ISPSC and IEBC
(DONE, bills approved)
April 27, 2017 -Review draft bill for adoption of the IBC (sent back for further review)
May 11, 2017-Review draft bill for adoption of the IFC, IPMC and IBC and any other revisions to
other codes plus finalize plans for public comment period
May-June -Hold public comment meetings -June 1st (3-5pm) and June 15th (6-Bpm)
June 22, 2017 -Review and revise bills based on public comments
July 17, 2017 -Introduce adoption bills into City Council agenda (first reading).
August 7, 2017-Approval of pending adoption bills
New Codes Effective date -60 days after approval of City Council
Rev March 28, 2017