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Bonney Lake CDC backs reverting local sprinkler rules to state minimums; residents press for simpler critical‑area procedures
Summary
Committee reviewed an ordinance to repeal local automatic fire‑extinguisher/sprinkler amendments (chapter 15.16) to align with state minimums; residents raised objections to notice signs, title easements and long permit timelines, and staff said code updates are planned for later this year.
The City Development Committee on April 7 reviewed an ordinance that would repeal Bonney Lake Municipal Code chapter 15.16 and revert local sprinkler and procedural rules to the state minimum fire‑code.
"The request was to really just revert back to what the minimum state law is regarding the fire code," Lauren said, explaining that the ordinance removes local amendments so the state minimum applies across the board.
Staff and East Pierce Fire clarified inspection responsibilities: construction‑stage plan review and inspections are handled through plan reviewers and contractors, while East Pierce…
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