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Timnath council OKs first reading to adopt 2024 International Fire Code; public hearing set for July 22
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Timnath Town Council approved first reading on an ordinance to adopt the 2024 International Fire Code and set a public hearing for 6 p.m. July 22 at Town Center.
Timnath Town Council approved first reading on an ordinance to adopt the 2024 International Fire Code and set a public hearing for 6 p.m. July 22 at Town Center.
The proposed ordinance, presented July 15 by town staff, would bring the town’s fire code into alignment with the model 2024 International Fire Code and incorporate Poudre Fire Authority–recommended amendments. Town staff said Timnath is currently operating under the 2021 edition and that neighboring jurisdictions including Fort Collins and Larimer County have coordinated on the update.
The update adds provisions covering temporary housing, lithium-ion battery storage and hazards, e-bikes and scooters, emergency responder communications enhancements, hybrid fire extinguishing systems, expanded carbon monoxide alarm requirements, refrigeration and distilled spirits rules, and inflatable amusement-device regulations. The ordinance includes an exhibit listing the specific amendments proposed for Timnath and establishes an appeals board process tied to the Poudre Fire Authority.
Sean McGaffin, division chief and fire marshal with Poudre Fire Authority, was in the audience for questions; staff said a fuller presentation and the full list of proposed local amendments will be available at the July 22 public hearing.
Council approved first reading 3–0 and scheduled the public hearing for the second reading. Council members who supported the first reading described the update as timely because of rapid changes in technology, particularly lithium-ion device risks.
Staff told the council that construction professionals and licensed contractors will be notified via the town’s Brycer system when the code is adopted and that a public education campaign will follow adoption to alert residents and businesses to the changes.
The council will receive the full staff presentation and take public comment at the July 22 public hearing before a final vote on second reading.
