City Council Study Session Summary 2015 07 21

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City Council Study Session Summary July 21, 2015 Page 2 of 3 appointment someone? Mayor said it would be good to appoint someone from the list from last year. There were two cases where Board over -ruled staff. Scott explained that staff error on the side of caution, following rules exactly and the board, as property owners considered public comment which can create a different case. Discussion — Building Code Board of Appeals Board member Peter Geise and Chief Building Official Ken Swanson reported that no appeals were submitted this year. The Board adopted the 2012 International Building Code (IBC); considered the 2015 code but it contained no life safety issue updates— so the adoption of 2015 was tabled. Swanson discussed the differences between the 2012 and 2015 IBC. Not adopting the new IBC every 3 years causes a loss of points in the ISO report. Council member Dalton said it would be useful to know what difference in rates non - adoption makes. Swanson said it is one factor but can't determine the actual percentage. The BCBOA held classes for contractors, and noted there is some cost associated with adoption of new IBC. Council member Lipton said we may want to learn from experiences of others. Not adopting right away may be advantageous. Swanson stated goals: Amend Louisville Municipal Code regarding expired permits. Swanson would like to go back to original code. Currently, if a permit expires the applicant must pay either 1/2 or full price to reinstate. The original code allows the building official to extend the permit for 180 days. Swanson believes we should be more compassionate. The BCBOA proposes to remove the amended section of 15.04.070. Council member Stolzmann said we want to encourage people to get permits so endorses allowing flexibility. Council member Dalton wants to be assured that things will be granted evenly and Swanson gave that assurance. Provide Consistency — give inspectors a direct target to ensure consistency. Implementation of Energov softward. Swanson reviewed some of what Energov will enable Building Safety to do and how it will enhance customer service. Mr. Geise said the Tuesday over the counter plan review is working great.