HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes Building Code Board Of Appeals - 06/04/2015 REGULAR MEETING
Building Code Board of Appeals
Thursday,June 4,2015
MINUTES
I. Call to Order
L-30p.m.
11. Roll Call
Present: Robert Knowles, Ray Jones, Chuck Anastos, Ram Munoz, Steven McClure
Absent: Randy Farrar-out of town (excused)
Staff:Building Official-Gene Delauro, Michelle McCollum and Bill Green
111. Approval of Absences: March 19, 2015 Regular Meeting
Absences: Debbi Schibi (resigned), Steven McClure-excused, Ram Munoz-excused
Chuck A called for a motion to approve the absences. Ram Munoz second that motion. The
motion carried 5-0.
IV. Approval of Minutes: March 19,2015 Regular Meeting
Correction: R Knowles mentioned striking out the verbiage referencing "Ray Jones Approved
this was an error in the minutes of 3119115.
Chuck Anastos called for a motion to approve the minutes with the correction for the minutes and
Robert Knowles second the motion. Motion carried 5-0.
V. Public Comments:None
R. Knowles mentioned to board secretary to move the verbiage regarding "Open Meetings Act"
to coincide with public comments and not at the bottom of agenda.
VI. Discussion and possible action regarding Fire Sprinkler Requirements for Multifamily
Townhome Projects.
Gene-IRC Sec R, 313 was passed out to give information regarding sprinkler systems in
dwellings. Townhomes are different and can be reviewed and inspected under the IRC. Come to
a consensus as a board regarding sprinkler systems in townhomes. In the interest of public
safety,ANY unit that contains units of 3 or more that allow transient use should be required to
have a sprinkler system. IRC vs IBC interpretation.
Chuck called for a motion for the city's definition of three or more units turns into multi family
dwelling should require a sprinkler and to have clear-cut language referencing gnE building size
of 3 units or larger will be required to have sprinklers.
Ram Second the motion. Motion carried 5-0.
VII. Discussion and possible action regarding City Registration of Building Contractors and Roofing
Contractors.
Gene gave examples regarding citizen complaints of contractors doing work and conducting
business that are not licensed and fail to complete the work, taking their money in the process.
Gene mentions that you should have to register as a contractor to receive a building permit. Most
citizens do not realize their contractors must be registered. The department will be conducting
public service announcements regarding permits to educate the citizens regarding the understanding
of the process.
Chuck suggests that the campaign should site generic examples of what happens when citizens are
cheated by bad contractors.
Gene-other city's register the contractors, such as Kingsville and Alice. First step is registration for
our building and roofing contractors and minimal insurance requirement.
Page 1 of 2
Robert Knowles made a motion staff proceed on the framework to register building, roofing and
other contractors that the purpose is to identify who they are.
Ram second the motion. Motion carried 5-0
VIII. Building Official's Report
A. Department Updates:
Infor and Bentley is being moved back 30 days from I August 2015 to I September 2015 due to
anticipated technical issues being worked 80 new homes were permitted. 22 million in commercial
construction last month-May. Starting to see slight reduction in permitting. Plan CCisafuture
guide far the development of the City of Corpus Christi. Jalal Saleh is our new Senior Engineer far
Development Services. Miguel Saldana retired as our Senior City Planner.
Gene mentioned the average residential home value is 158K,- information is advertised regarding
these values on our city website on a monthly basis.
Questions asked from last meeting: Fees to cover costs-Fees vs General Funds. Last year 4%of
Department fees from General Fund Taking a revised fee ordinance to Council this fall. Study will
be done far public outreach before recommendations are taken to Council.
IX. Identify any items to be placed on the next agenda: None
X. Adjourn-J-45p/m.
Presiding Officer f
Page 2 of 2