Title 15 building code rewrite
Summary
The city is replacing its entire building and construction code, adding new contractor license categories, continuing education requirements, and fire-system inspections. Contractors are split, with some supporting professional standards and others worried about costs and rushed process.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 9
- Last 30 days
- 9
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
Staff estimate a permit for an average new single-family home would rise about $731.50; the fee schedule itself was reserved for later action.
Homebuyers and renters who gain licensed, insured, code-current contractors, plus fire-safety system contractors seeking a level playing field.
Small contractors and commercial building owners who say added licensing, education, and fees raise project costs and could deter downtown reinvestment.
Mentions & discussions (1)
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