TITLE
An Ordinance of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Maricopa, Arizona, adopting the document filed with the City Clerk and entitled "Amendments to Chapter 15.05: Adoption of 2024 Building Codes" by references to repeal Chapter 15.05 of the previously adopted Maricopa City Code and replace that Chapter with sections 15.05.010 through 15.05.230 and providing for severability and the effective date thereof. Discussion and Action.
AGENDA ITEM DESCRIPTION
The purpose of the Building Code is to establish predictable, consistent, and enforceable standards for new construction that safeguard life, property, and the environment. These minimum requirements are based on a practical balance between reasonable safety and cost, ensuring that structures within the City are safe, resilient, and sustainable.
The International Building Code (IBC) is part of a comprehensive family of model codes developed by the International Code Council (ICC) for adoption by state, county, and municipal governments across the United States. Together, these codes form a coordinated system that supports uniform construction practices nationwide.
This ordinance proposes to update the City of Maricopa’s building regulations from the amended 2018 International Building Code and International Fire Code to the amended 2024 editions. The 2024 codes incorporate the latest best practices in building safety, fire protection, accessibility, and energy efficiency. Adoption of these updates will strengthen the City’s ability to protect public health and safety, enhance customer service through improved consistency with related codes, and ensure uniform interpretation and enforcement among owners, designers, architects, developers, contractors, engineers, code officials, and the community.
PRESENTER
This item will be presented by Development Services Director, Rodolfo Lopez
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Mayor and Council approve this ordinance repealing Chapter 15....
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