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Consider an ordinance amending the Killeen Code of Ordinances Chapter 11, “Fire Prevention and Protection” by adopting the 2018 International Fire Code, as amended, and Appendix D, pertaining to Fire Apparatus Access Roads.
SUMMARY
DATE: November 13, 2018
TO: Ronald L. Olson, City Manager
FROM: Brian Brank, Fire Chief
SUBJECT: Adoption of New Fire Code
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
The 2018 International Fire Code is the most current version of fire and life safety standards/methods available.
By keeping current with new fire codes the community is afforded the safest buildings in which to live and work.
Currently, Killeen is enforcing the 2009 and portions of the 2015 International Fire Code. Adoption of the 2018 International Fire Code including Appendix D will update to the most current version.
THE ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED:
1. Maintain current adopted code. This will not provide for the most up to date standards.
2. Delay adoption until the 2021 year codes are available. Delay will prevent the requirement of designers and builders to comply with newest fire safety standards.
3. Approve the recommended amendments as presented with an effective date of January 1, 2019.
Which alternative is recommended? Why?
Recommended alternative is (3) to appove amendments as presented with an effective date of January 1, 2019.
Affords the citizens the safest buildings in which to live and work. Designers/builders will have access to the most current fire safety standards/methods. Assists in maintaning the lowest insurance rates for citizens.
CONFORMITY TO CITY POLICY:
The FY 2017/2018 Business Plan for the Fire Department Fire Prevention Division identified the mission statement to prevent and reduce the incidence of fire and increase safety and knowledge to citizens. This ordinance, if approved by City Council, is in line with this mission.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
What is the amount of the expenditure in the current fiscal year? For future years?
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