04-26-07 Building Codes Appeals Board minutes

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Code Comments Amendment Explanations 2006 Codes Page 3 of6 Delete Amendment: Code S. R102.5 states appendices shall not apply unless specifically referenced in adoption ordinance. Appendix F Radon Control Methods. Appendix F (Sections AF 101 thru AFI03) is deleted in its entirety. INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE (lDC). (2006 Edition) No Change: Section 101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Building Code of the City of La Porte, hereinafter referred to as "this code". New Amendment: Identify NEC as city electrical code. Section 101.4.1 Electrical. The provisions of the National Electrical Code along with local electrical amendments shall apply to the installation of electrical systems, including alterations, repairs, replacement, equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and appurtenances thereto. New Amendment: Deleting reference to International Property Maintenance Code. Section 101.4.5 Property Maintenance. Delete. (Housing Division would be needed to enforce this code) No Change: Section 103.1 Creation of Eriforcement Agency. The Inspection Services Division, of the City's Planning Department, shall enforce the building and construction codes of the city. The Chief Building Official shall be known as the code official. New Amendment: Method not compatible with Permit Program or permit fee schedule. Section 105.1.1 Annual Permit. Delete. New Amendment: Method not compatible with Permit Program or permit fee schedule. Section 105.1.2 Annual Permit Records. Delete. Change Existing Amendment: To include a permit requirement on water tanks. Section 105.2 Work Exempt from Permit. Deletion of Building Permit Exemptions # 1 (accessory structures), #2 (fences), #4 (retaining walls), #5 (water tanks) and #6 (sidewalks/driveways). (permits to ensure compliance with fire code, zoning regulations [placement, height] and confirm re-enforcement in concrete.) No Change: Section 112 Board of Appeals. Deletion of entire section (Sections 112.1 thru 112.3). (City has separate ordinance creating a Building Codes Appeal Board)