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Independence council adopts 2024 building, plumbing, electrical and related codes
Summary
On unanimous votes the council approved a package of ordinances adopting 2024 editions of the International Property Maintenance Code, plumbing, building, mechanical, electrical, existing building, residential, fuel gas, energy conservation and fire codes, with staff describing most changes as incremental and tailored for local conditions.
The Independence City Council on Dec. 16 approved a set of ordinances adopting the 2024 code cycle updates recommended by the International Code Council and related national standards.
Tom Scannell, the city’s community development director, told the council staff reviewed the 2024 I‑series codes and coordinated with building inspectors, the fire department and area jurisdictions. "Adopting the 2024 building codes ensures that construction aligns with the latest standards, technology, [and] sustainability,"…
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