AGENDA CAPTION:
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Consider approval of Ordinance 2023-09, on the first of two readings, amending Chapter 14, Buildings and Building Regulations and Chapter 38, Fire Prevention and Protection of the City of San Marcos Code of Ordinances to adopt the 2021 International Code Council (ICC) Family of Codes and the 2020 National Electric Code with amendments; repealing certain provisions adopting and amending previous versions of the International Codes; and providing for penalties and an effective date.
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Meeting date: January 17, 2023
Department: Planning and Development Services & San Marcos Fire Department
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Fiscal Note:
Prior Council Action: City Council heard staff's presentation on the January 3rd, 2023 Work session and directed staff to move forward with Code adoption including Chapter 14 and Chapter 38 amendments. Additional information was requested for the following Fire Amendments: Implementation of the Compliance Engine, Retroactive Sprinkler Systems in A-2 Occupancies, Installation of Infrared Gate Opener System for new and existing and Retroactive Sprinkler Systems for Spray Booths/Rooms.
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