HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-22-11 Regular Meeting of the Building Codes Appeals Board Building Codes Appeals Board
Minutes of March 22, 2011
Members Present: Tom Campbell, Ron Holt, Ken Schlather, Paul Larson, Mark Follis, J. P.
Jackson and Terry Bunch
Members Absent: None
City Staff Present: Traci Leach, Assistant City Manager, Tim Tietjens, Director of Planning,
Debbie S. Wilmore, Chief Building Official, Mark Huber, Deputy
Building Official and Sherry Jennings, Inspection Services Coordinator
Others Present: John Kling, Phillip Hoot
1. CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order at 6:05 P.M. by Chairman Tom Campbell.
2. ADMINISTER OATHS OF OFFICE TO RE- APPOINTED BOARD MEMBER
TERRY BUNCH (POSITION 2)
Terry Bunch was administered his oaths of office by Sherry Jennings.
3. CONSIDER APPROVING MINUTES FROM THE NOVEMBER 09, 2010 MEETING
Motion to approve the November 09, 2010 minutes, as written was made by Ken Schlather.
Second by Ron Holt. Motion passed unanimously.
4. RECEIVE REPORT FROM JOHN KLING REGARDING CITY INSPECTION OF
RESIDENCE AT 11025 PINEWOOD CT. IN YEAR 2000, AND CONSIDER IF
GROUNDS EXIST FOR PLACING ITEM ON FUTURE AGENDA TO CONSIDER
APPEAL OF CODE OFFICER'S DECISION OR RECOMMENDATION TO CITY
COUNCIL OF AMENDMENTS TO BUILDING CODES
Mr. Kling reported his concerns along with photos. Felt that the Inspection Division needs a
shakeup plus it is not easy to access city staff or the city website.
Ms. Wilmore responded to the issues raised in Mr. Kling's February 24, 2011 letter and
answered questions by the Board.
Motion by Mr. Schlather that no evidence was provided to support wrongdoing by staff and
there are no grounds for further action. Second by Mr. Bunch. Motion passed unanimously.
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5. DISCUSS DRINKING FOUNTAIN REQUIREMENTS UNDER THE UNIFORM
PLUMBING CODE
Code requirements were discussed. Motion by Paul Larson to leave requirement as written in
the code book. Second by J. P. Jackson. Motion passed unanimously.
6. CONSIDER SELECTION OF CHAIRPERSON TO PRESIDE OVER BUILDING
CODE APPEALS BOARD MEETINGS
Following discussion, a motion to have Tom Campbell remain chairperson was made by Mr.
Bunch. Second by Mr. Larson. Motion passed unanimously.
7. RECEIVE COMMENTS FROM PUBLIC
Phillip Hoot advised the Board that the roof policy requiring an engineer approval for
structures on the west end of town is unfair. He understands the requirement for east of New
Highway 146 but feels it is an unnecessary cost to residents on the west end of town.
8. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
None
9. BOARD COMMENTS
Mr. Follis stated that the Rules of Procedure do not reference a "public comments" agenda
item or the possibility of an annual selection of the Board chairperson. Clark Askins was
asked to research if changes are needed.
Mr. Follis also told staff that if issues arise during the implementation of the new plumbing
and mechanical codes, staff should forward them to the Board for review.
8. ESTABLISH NEXT MEETING DATE, TIME AND TOPICS
No date set at this time. Review and possible change to the Rules of Procedure should be on
the next agenda.
9. ADJOURN
A motion to adjourn was made by Mr. Schlather with a second by Ron Holt. Motion passed
unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Mark Huber
Deputy Building Official