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Council introduces ordinance to create Building Code Appeals board; public hearing set for Feb. 4
Summary
Councilman Neal Poche introduced an ordinance to establish a Board of Building Code Appeals aligned with the International Building Code and set a public hearing for Feb. 4, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
Councilman Neal Poche introduced a proposed ordinance to establish a Board of Building Code Appeals for St. James Parish, defining its powers and duties consistent with the International Building Code and appointing members. The ordinance was accepted for filing and a public hearing was scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026, in the Council Chambers.
The motion to introduce the ordinance was seconded by Councilman Anthony Jasmin and recorded in the minutes; council members voted in favor of accepting the ordinance for public inspection and scheduling the hearing. No formal adoption occurred at the Jan. 21 meeting, and the council will consider public testimony at the Feb. 4 hearing before final action.
