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Pima County adopts updated building-code package; homebuilders warn on added costs
Summary
Pima County adopted a package of building-code updates (Ordinance 2025‑15) to align county rules with the city of Tucson after a 3–1 vote, despite objections from the Southern Arizona Home Builders Association over receptacle-placement provisions.
The Pima County Board of Supervisors adopted a building-code text amendment, Ordinance 2025‑15, after public and stakeholder comment and debate.
Staff recommended the county adopt the uniform code package to align county rules with the City of Tucson. Supervisor Cano moved to close the public hearing and adopt the ordinance; the motion passed 3–1, with Supervisor Christie recording the lone dissent.
Industry pushback: The Southern Arizona Home Builders Association (SAHBA) urged the board not to adopt two…
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