Residential Fire Sprinkler Requirements

Summary

The ordinance establishes requirements for home builders to install fire sprinklers in new townhomes and single-unit detached homes, with exemptions for certain properties. The requirements were adopted in May 2023, with an effective date of November 2023. The ordinance is being reconsidered due to implementation problems and requests from the Home Builders Association.

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Subject

Residential Fire Sprinkler Requirements

Summary

The ordinance establishes requirements for home builders to install fire sprinklers in new townhomes and single-unit detached homes, with exemptions for certain properties. The requirements were adopted in May 2023, with an effective date of November 2023. The ordinance is being reconsidered due to implementation problems and requests from the Home Builders Association.

Action Type

amend

Adoption Date

2023-05

Enacting Body

Council

Effective Date

2023-11

Ordinance Number

2480