Building Code Board of Appeals Minutes 2007 04 19

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Building Code Board of Appeals Minutes April 19, 2007 Page 5 of 6 Some more discussion followed on how the commercial building requirements are more energy efficient now for residential. Mike Jones stated our concern is old town and it's future. Chad Kipfer said Markel is committed 100% to energy efficiency. Light discussion went around a bout recycling construction waste. Mike Jones thanked everyone for coming. He asked for LRCAB's next meeting date. Scott Robson said there is a work session at the Library where they want input from both boards. He said he is trying to get direction from City Council in May. He said LRCAB cannot move forward without council's questions, and there is no more formal action. ADOPTION 2006 ICC Codes Mike Jones stated financially we are not at the place to spend the money for adopting the 2006 Code. It cost substantially in books, documentation, software, and office implementation. We skipped the 2000 cycle because of the costs and contradictions in the code. He stated t2003 Code was streamlined and better Code to adopt. He suggested it is best to wait until 2009 to adopt that code. Some general discussion about the minor code changes in the past occurred. Matthew Berry stated there are not many cities at all who are adopting 2006 code Bob Van Pelt motioned to the Board they do not adopt the 2006 Code. All members accepted the motion. Board of Appeals Comments - No comments were made. Staff Comments Mike Jones said he is working on getting RLS off the alternate status and onto regular status with the Board. David Rounds should be in the alternate position. May 8th is the Council work session. We will have a rep from BOA or whole group will be determined byemail. Date for next meeting TBD The meeting adjourned at 9:15 PM.