Commissioners keep 2024 International Fire Code; dissenting commissioner seeks workshop
Ellis County's fire marshal urged the court to keep the recently adopted 2024 International Fire Code, citing public‑safety and enforcement concerns. Commissioner Ponder pushed to revoke the adoption and hold a workshop, arguing fee and fire‑lane changes could burden small businesses; the court voted 4–1 to retain the code and agreed to schedule further review.
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Tim Birdwell, the county's fire marshal, told the court the 2024 International Fire Code sets minimum safety standards that protect residents, businesses and first responders and said revoking the county's adoption would create uncertainty for inspectors, builders and property owners.
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