Ordinance 2nd Reading - Building Safety: Consider Ordinance No. 2024-O0027, amending Article 28.11 of the City of Lubbock Code of Ordinances with adoption of the 2021 International Mechanical Code.
Item Summary
On March 5, 2024, the City Council approved the first reading of the ordinance.
The International Mechanical Code is the City's adopted "model" mechanical code, and governs the installation, maintenance and repair of mechanical systems (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) within all buildings throughout the jurisdiction. The Code is promulgated by the International Code Council, updated triennially through a legislative process involving input and voting by member jurisdictions nationwide, and further amended by the City to suit unique local conditions. The proposed ordinance updates the document from the 2015 edition to the 2021 edition.
Fiscal Impact
None
Staff/Board Recommending
Erik Rejino, Assistant City Manager Robert Wallace, Director of Development Services Model Codes and Construction Advisory Board