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Council examines stormwater ordinance, engineering staffing and 2021 IBC adoption process
Summary
City engineering consultants proposed clearer stormwater ordinance language and staff discussed whether to hire an in‑house engineer; staff also reported the city has begun the process to adopt the 2021 International Building Code, which will include public hearings and a 90‑day review period.
At the Jan. 27 special session, city consultants and staff briefed the Nevada City Council on planned changes to the stormwater ordinance, the need for clearer project standards and the timeline to adopt the 2021 International Building Code.
Dr. Charles Patterson and Sarah Simon of Allgeier, Martin & Associates said they are reviewing the city's stormwater ordinance and recommended wording changes intended to set clearer expectations for developers; they also discussed fire hydrant requirements as part of stormwater and site‑planning considerations. Building Inspector Don Hastings said establishing engineering standards for planned projects is important and raised questions about the cost implications of hiring an in‑house engineer versus continuing to use specialty consultants.
Hastings and staff reported the city began the IBC update process in November after a Planning and Zoning risk‑management audit indicated adopting the 2021 IBC would help keep the city’s ISO rating lower, which can affect insurance rates. Staff said the adoption process will include two public hearings and a 90‑day public review period for the code books and public comment before the council considers final action.
No ordinance was adopted at the session; staff were directed to continue review and gather public input during the required viewing period.
