Minutes Building Code AppealsMINUTES OF MEETING
BUILDING CODE BOARD OF APPEALS
DATE: June 19, 2007
TIME: 4:00 PM
PLACE: Conference Room A, City Hall
CHAIR: Jim Kolf
MEMBERS PRESENT: Ron Jahns, Chuck Carr, Jim Kolf and Rich Luchsinger
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
STAFF: Rich Russell
MEDIA: None
OTHERS: None
1. The meeting was called to order by Chair Kolf. It was announced that the
meeting was being held in conformance with the Iowa Open Meetings law.
2. Luchsinger motioned to approve the minutes of the January 6, 2005 meeting.
Kolf seconded. The motion carried 4-0.
3. The Board discussed the adoption of the 2006 International Building Code
and International Residential Code. Russell pointed out changes to sections
of the International Residential Code and International Building Code.
Carr asked about Section 1405.12.2. This section will require that windows
that are over six feet above grade must be at least 24" above the floor of the
room.
Table 1102.1 is a proscriptive table on energy efficiency. There was some
concerns expressed about requiring 2" by 6" walls. Jamb extensions for
windows and the added insulation were other expenses cited. The long-term
energy savings and potential rebates out-weighed the concerns with the
additional expense.
Also cited was the continued requirement for R-10 insulation for basement
walls.
Section 903.2.1.2 (sprinklers) of the IBC does not apply to churches as they
are A-3 occupancies and this section applies to A-2 occupancies.
Does Section 1008.1.1.(minimum door width of 32") apply to single family
residences? Russell stated it did not.
Luchsinger motioned to recommend adoption of the International Building
Code. Kolf seconded. Motion carried 4-0.
Jahns motioned to recommend approval of the International Residential Code.
Carr seconded. Motion carried 4-0.
4. Carr motioned to adjourn. Kolf seconded. Motion carried 4-0.
Rich Russell, Secretary
Approved this day of , 2007.
Chair