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Consider adopting Ordinance No. 3950, amending Chapter 22, Article VII of the Farmers Branch Code of Ordinances by adopting the 2024 edition of the International Plumbing Code with certain additions, deletions, and amendments; and take appropriate action.
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REQUESTOR:
Community Services
BACKGROUND:
The City has been enforcing the 2018 International Plumbing Code (IPC) since January 1, 2020. Staff’s proposed adoption of the 2024 IPC maintains alignment with current industry standards, best practices, and regional code consistency through the North Texas Council of Governments (NTCOG).
DISCUSSION:
The proposed ordinance presents the most current edition, the 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC). Some notable changes to the 2024 IPC are:
1. Changes protection against contact to allow for additional materials to be accepted.
2. Changed the minimum number of fixtures requirement to allow flexibility for designers to consider specific occupancy needs.
3. Adds an exception to allow floor sinks in kitchens and public restrooms to be compatible with the health code and protection of facilities.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No Financial Impact
DISTRICT:
Citywide
POSSIBLE COUNCIL ACTION:
1. I move to approve Ordinance No. 3950 as presented.
2. I move to approve Ordinance No. 3950, with modifications.
3. I move to table the issue for further study or take no action.
ATTACHMENT(S):
1. Ordinance No. 3950