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Staff previews 2024 International Building Code updates for Coppell; focus on emergency responder radio coverage and EV charging amendments
Summary
Building and fire officials briefed council on changes required to adopt the 2024 International Building/Fire Code cycle, including emergency responder communications systems and a model amendment for electric vehicle charging stations that includes a fire department disconnect and location requirements.
Coppell — City building and fire officials reviewed the proposed adoption of the 2024 International Code series during the April 8 work session, telling the City Council the update brings safety and interoperability improvements but also requires local amendments in several areas.
Chief building official Steve Shewert and Fire Chief Oates summarized changes that will affect new construction and inspections if Coppell adopts the 2024 editions. Two issues the staff highlighted as most relevant to Coppell are: emergency responder communications (radio enhancement) systems for structures with interior radio coverage issues, and proposed amendments to address electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.
Emergency responder radio systems: Fire staff said the updated codes discuss in‑building radio amplification (often antenna systems or distributed antenna systems) that improve first‑responder radio…
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