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Commission backs building-code rewrite, raises permit fees and modernizes processes
Summary
A text study to reorganize and update Chapter 18 (building regulations), Chapter 102 (vegetation) and Appendix B was recommended to the City Council; the rewrite raises inspection fees, aligns local code with model building codes and clarifies administrative and enforcement processes.
The Covington Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend a text study that streamlines and updates building standards, permit processes and related administrative rules.
Alex Carter of Desire Alliance presented the second phase of the land development code update packet, which focuses on reorganizing Chapter 18 (Buildings and Building Regulations), Chapter 102 (Vegetation) and Appendix B (Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance) to reflect industry standards and current city practices. Carter said much of the added language reflects model language from the International Building Code and International Residential Code; other changes include reorganizing definitions, clarifying adjudication…
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