Wheat Ridge moves to 2024 building code; council agrees to require sprinklers in new townhomes with delayed implementation
Wheat Ridge will update its building code to the 2024 model codes and require automatic sprinklers in new townhomes, with a delayed effective date to allow coordination with water districts and developers.
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Wheat Ridge City staff told council Monday they will update local building regulations to the 2024 model codes and seek direction on a set of local amendments; councilors gave direction to require automatic fire sprinklers in new townhome construction but not to impose a blanket new‑construction sprinkler requirement for detached single‑family homes at this time.
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