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Building Code

To authorize the Town of Windham to adopt and enforce the NH Building Code, as adopted by the State of NH, in accordance with RSA 155-A, subject to the following revisions:

• International Residential Code Sections R101.1, R105.2, R108.5, R301.2(1) and R302.5.1;

• International Building Code Sections 101.1, 1612.3, and 3412.2;

• International Plumbing Code Sections 101.1, 106.6.2, 106.6.3, 108.4, and 108.5;

• International Mechanical Code Sections 101.1, 106.5.2, 108.4, and 108.5; and

• International Energy Conservation Code Sections 101.1, 107.5, and 108.4

In addition, adopt language about validity, affect on ongoing legal proceedings, and effective date; to repeal the 2003 edition of the International Residential Building Code adopted at 2005 Town Meeting; to authorize the Building Inspector, as designated by the Selectmen, to enforce the State Building Code as authorized under RSA 155-A:1(III), with the enforcement powers as provided in RSA 676 for enforcement of local land use ordinances; and have the Zoning Board of Adjustment act as the Building Code Board of Appeals as authorized under NH RSA 673:1(V).

Vice-Chair Crisler read the notice into the minutes.

Ms. Scott explained that the language changes have already been approved and moved to Warrant. There have been three previous Public Hearings regarding 3 separate items in question, and the purpose of tonight’s meeting is to combine them into one question for the Warrant.

Chairwoman Post opened discussion to the Public. Hearing none, she closed discussion to the Public.

Vice-Chair Crisler motioned to move the amendments to the Warrant as was previously read. Seconded by Ms. Skinner. Motion passed: 7-0.