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Building Code Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes March 21, 2013 Page 2 of 3 have reviewed and adopted the codes. He discussed the process used by Ft. Collins and stated he was impressed with how they had handled it. Their process started in 2007 with consultants. It also included public meetings and an adoption process. Ft. Collins views the 1gCC as more of a maintenance code for the community instead of life safety. Swanson also stated training and the education of all involved is a major part of the discussion. Johnson added this is a good time to start to take small steps toward discussing the codes and what everyone would like to see come out of adopting them. Swanson feels the codes might be able to work more like a checklist. Van Pelt stressed these codes effect more than just the Building Division, therefore other Divisions need to be involved in the process. Russ feels Staff and the Board need to make sure there is public involvement to ensure how these codes fit in with Louisville. REGULAR BUSINESS Open Government Training Staff informed the Board of the Spring Open Government Training date of Thursday, April 25th at 6:30 pm in City Council Chambers. Geise, Van Pelt and Tew are to be in attendance. Comprehensive Plan Update — Energy Chapter Russ led the discussion on the Comp Plan Update. The Comp Plan has been reviewed by the Planning Commission and is scheduled for the April 2nd City Council meetingwith possible adoption on April 16th. The Comp Plan will not be a regulator g toot of codes, but will serve as a guide. The Plan is different than previous Comp Plans. The Comp Plan's Energy Chapter focuses on what the City should strive to accomplish with new and updated codes. It calls for the City to stay current with the codes as they are adopted by the ICC. This Plan will set a framework for other Boards to follow. Johnson added he was impressed with Staff and the City with the work that has been done on the Plan and stressed to the Board they should review the Plan. Berry and Van Pelt both added this has been a great process to watch. DISCUSSION Projects for 2013 Building Code Board of Appeals I. 2012 Building Codes • Swanson stated he is reviewing the Significant Changes to the 2012 codes and will bring comments to the next meeting. Van Pelt asked if there was an urgency to adopt the 2012 codes. Russ replied the Board shouldn't wait too long to adopt the 2012 codes because if not adopted it will affect the Cities Insurance 150 rating which will be raised if the City chooses to not adopt the codes. Russ feels adopting the IgCC may be premature, but the rest of the 2012 codes should be brought up for further discussion. Other Discussion Items I. Updating Inspection Cards, Permit Cards & Handouts • Staff mentioned the changes which have been made to the applications and handouts and have given copies to the Board members. Staff also mentioned finding in the Louisville