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What this is
Residents may comment on proposed regional and local amendments to the 2021 International Building Code and the 2021 International Residential Code. These codes set construction standards for commercial buildings and homes.
Why it matters
Updated building codes affect construction quality and costs for anyone building, remodeling, or buying a home or commercial property in Richardson.
Council action
Motion to approve the 2021 International Building Code and 2021 International Residential Code
Moved by Ken Hutchenrider. Seconded by Arefin Shamsul.
7 yes · 0 no
The approved minutes report the tally without a name-by-name roll call.
Timeline
- July 10, 2026 Agenda posted — April 24, 2023 meeting
- April 24, 2023 Vote taken — April 24, 2023 meeting · Approved 7-0
Appearances on agendas
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City Council — April 24, 2023
Hold public hearing
Official agenda language
PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED REGIONAL AND LOCAL AMENDMENTS TO THE 2021 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE AND 2021 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE.
Documents
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