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Consider adopting Ordinance No. 3947 amending Chapter 22, Article VII.7 of the Farmers Branch Code of Ordinances by adopting the 2024 edition of the International Energy Conservation Code with certain additions, deletions, and amendments; and take appropriate action.
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REQUESTOR:
Community Services Department
BACKGROUND:
The City has been enforcing the 2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) since January 1, 2020. Staff’s proposed adoption of the 2024 IECC maintains alignment with current industry standards, best practices, and regional code consistency through the North Texas Council of Governments (NTCOG).
DISCUSSION:
The department is proposing to update the codes to the most current edition, the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). Some notable changes to the 2024 IECC are:
1. Added and amended non-transient dwelling unit ventilation systems requirements.
2. Solar Ready System deleted in its entirety.
FISCAL IMPACT:
1. No Financial Impact
DISTRICT:
Citywide
POSSIBLE COUNCIL ACTION:
1. I move to approve Ordinance No. 3947 as presented.
2. I move to approve Ordinance No. 3947 with modifications.
3. I move to table the issue for further study or take no action.
ATTACHMENT(S):
1. Ordinance No. 3947