Coppell Building Commission sets July 3 deadline for residential project completion

The Board of Adjustment and Building Standards Commission of Coppell, Texas, convened on April 3, 2025, to discuss ongoing construction projects and compliance timelines. The meeting focused on a specific property under renovation, with discussions centered around the progress of repairs and the need for a follow-up hearing.

The session began with a presentation from city staff, who outlined the current status of the project and proposed a progress report to be submitted in June. This report aims to document advancements and ensure continued movement towards project completion. The staff recommended scheduling another hearing to address remaining items by July 3, 2025.

During the meeting, the property owner, Higgins McCarty, expressed gratitude for the board's time and requested additional time to complete the renovations, citing weather-related delays and his commitments in other states. He confirmed that the project was progressing, with plumbing and electrical inspections scheduled soon.

Board members raised concerns about the feasibility of the July 3 deadline, considering the upcoming Fourth of July holiday. They discussed the possibility of adjusting the date for the next hearing while maintaining the completion deadline. Ultimately, the board agreed to keep July 3 as the completion date, with the next hearing to be scheduled later.

Public comments were also heard, with residents inquiring about utility inspections and expressing support for the ongoing work. The chief building official clarified that utilities would be activated only after all necessary inspections were completed.

The meeting concluded with a motion to accept the staff's recommendations, including the July 3 completion date and the June progress report. The motion passed unanimously, and the board will prepare the necessary order for signature. The next steps involve monitoring the project's progress and ensuring compliance with the established timeline.