Summary
The city is hiring the International Code Council for $105,100 to overhaul building and housing codes that have barely been updated in decades. Residents have long complained about slow housing enforcement, and council wants public input built into the process.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
$105,100, offset by already-budgeted funds, with an optional tech add-on possible later.
Residents dealing with problem properties and anyone navigating the city's permitting process.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council - Jul 6, 2026
The city is hiring the International Code Council for $105,100 to overhaul building and housing codes that have barely been updated in decades. Residents have long complained about slow housing enforcement, and council wants public input built into the process.
Council Committee of the Whole - May 11, 2026
The city is hiring a consultant for a nine-month study to untangle its hodgepodge building and housing codes, with a focus on problem properties, absentee landlords, and clearer rules for owners. The RFP goes out this week.
Housing and Building Committee of Council - Apr 13, 2026
The city is hiring an outside consultant (~$50,000 budgeted) to untangle a patchwork of building and housing codes, streamline permits, and modernize enforcement. Residents have long complained permits are too hard to get and enforcement too slow on problem properties.
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