CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Joseph Bowie (Vela); Robert Thornton-V Chair (Alter, R); VACANT (Kelly), Kyle Smith (Pool), Bobbi Joe Foster (Ellis) Bill Harris(Alter), Robert Butler(Watson), Stephen Cox (Madison) REGULAR CALLED MEETING MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING BOARD Tuesday July 23 @ 9:30 AM- IN PERSON PERMITTING DEVELOPMENT CENTER/ 1st FLOOR, CONF RM 1401-1402 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR AUSTIN, TEXAS Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register, contact rick.arzola@austintexas.gov Joseph Cooper(Fuentes), Ramon Perez(Velasquez), VACANT(Qadri) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES- 1. Approve the Minutes from Regular Called Meeting from June 25, 2024 DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Austin Energy- Presentation of International Energy Conservation Code- IECC FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Rick Arzola at Development Services Department, Building Inspections, at (512) 974-2417, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information of the Mechanical and Plumbing Board, please contact Rick Arzola at 512-974-2417
Highlights of Published Energy Code Changes Mapping the 2021 IECC to the 2024 IECC, Commercial Requirements Only Summary This guide, relevant to the City of Austin (COA), covers what are considered, at this time, to be the major changes to the published commercial energy code (IECC). Used with the Summary of Local Amendments, it is a roadmap for the development community to better understand what to expect when the new energy codes become effective. Many more changes than are represented here have been made. Some of those not listed have been requirements in Austin for some time and are now part of the national code. Others are considered relatively insignificant or are not applicable to Austin’s climate zone. Each change, whether summarized below or not, will have differing impacts on each project so it is encouraged that practitioners become familiar with the published code. Significant Changes in the 2024 IECC The ICC Board changed the development framework of the 2024 IECC and versions going forward from a governmental consensus process to a standards development process that changed the timeline and removed governmental consensus voting from the process. The code was developed through committees and subcommittees consisting of different stakeholder categories including the public, government, manufacturers, and utilities, among others. The version of the 2024 IECC voted upon by the consensus committee was appealed by various stakeholders and went through a process that ended with final decisions by the ICC board to move certain parts of the code to optional appendices that could be adopted by local jurisdictions. The 2024 IECC includes many new components that provide pathways for local jurisdictions to meet climate goals. The Department of Energy’s analysis of the ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2022 (a compliance pathway allowed in the IECC) estimates that the average savings within our climate zone from the new code will be 8.4% by energy cost and 8.8% by carbon emissions. When savings from renewable energy systems are included, the average savings within our climate zone are 14% by energy cost and 13.8% by carbon emissions. Highlights of major changes: • Mandatory renewable energy systems • Electric vehicle charging infrastructure appendix (proposed for local adoption) • Electric-ready commercial building provisions appendix (proposed for local adoption) • Demand responsive controls appendix (proposed for local adoption) • Electrical energy storage system appendix (proposed for local adoption) Section 402: Building Thermal Envelope Requirements Additional Configuration Options for Insulation Requirements …
COA Commercial Energy Code – CURRENT AMENDMENTS June, 2024 The following is a brief summary of current amendments to the commercial energy code, recommendation for moving forward, and rationale for that recommendation. Amendments applicable to 90.1 would be adjusted to align. C201.3 Terms defined in other codes. Refers to local codes rather than model codes. C402.2.8 Insulation encapsulation requirement. Provides for more thorough insulation installation. Retain as worded Retain as worded C402.4 Roof solar reflectance and thermal emittance. Local amendment addresses repairs and high sloped, commercial roofs. Slight modifications to match model code language and renumbered to accommodate model code. Modify slightly C402.5.3 Maximum U-factor and SHGC. Local amendment considers COA design and compatibility standards. Renumbered to accommodate model code. Modify slightly C402.8 Commercial Solar Ready (Mandatory). Provides for space and infrastructure to install solar PV systems in the future. Renumbered to accommodate model code. Modify slightly C403.7.10 Ventilation filtration and filtration of return air. Provides for better air filtration as well as plenum sealing. Renumbered to accommodate model code. Modify slightly C403.15 Demand response. Now included in locally adopted appendix to model code. C404.10 Electric water heater timers. Now included in locally adopted appendix to model code. C405.2 Lighting controls Now included in locally adopted appendix to model code. Table 405.13.2 Local amendment adds EV charging loads to list of required monitored loads. C405.15.1 On-site renewable energy systems. Local amendment adds exceptions to projects not required to install renewable energy systems. Appendix CG – Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Local adoption of model code appendix. Delete Delete Delete New New New Table CG101.2.1 Local amendment modifies the EV space percentages per occupancy type listed in the table to support local market conditions. New CG101.2.1 Quantity. Local amendment modifies the EV space percentages to accommodate long term parking garages. The percentage was adjusted to accommodate the mismatch in duration of parking in long term parking with the need and duration of EV charging in these facilities. New CG101.2.5 System and circuit capacity. Local amendment adds separate requirements for long term parking garages. CG101.2.5.4 Long term parking garages system and circuit capacity. Local amendment allows Lvl 1 charging infrastructure for long term parking garages. Appendix CH – Electric-Ready Commercial Building Provisions Local adoption of model code appendix. Appendix CI – Demand Responsive Controls Local adoption of model code appendix. CI101.1 Demand responsive controls. Local amendment adds an exception for special occupancies and …
TITLE 25. - LAND DEVELOPMENT. CHAPTER 25-12. - TECHNICAL CODES. ARTICLE 12. ENERGY CODE. ARTICLE 12. ENERGY CODE. C402.3 C201.3 C402.4 C402.5.3 CG101.2.2 (C) 5.5.3.1.1 2.2 5.5.4.1 4.2.1.1 5.5.3.1.4 5.5.4.1 6.5.10 § 25-12-261 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE. (A) The International Energy Conservation Code, 2021 2024 Edition, published by the International Code Council ("2021 2024 International Energy Conservation Code"), and Appendices CG, CH, CI, and CJ is are adopted and incorporated by reference into this section with the deletions and amendments in Subsections (B), (C), and (D) and Section 25-12-263 (Local Amendments to the International Energy Conservation Code). (B) The following commercial provisions of the 2021 2024 International Energy Conservation Code are deleted. A subsection contained within a deleted section or subsection is not deleted, unless specifically listed below: C402.4.3 Table C405.13.2 C405.15.1 CG101.2.1 CG101.2.5 C405.2 CI101.1 CI102.1 Table CG101.2.1 For purposes of commercial energy efficiency compliance with ASHRAE standards, as allowed under the 2021 2024 International Energy Conservation Code, the following provisions of the 2019 2022 edition of ASHRAE standard 90.1 (ASHRAE 90.1-2019 2022), published by the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air-Conditioning Engineers, are deleted. A subsection contained within a deleted section or subsection is not deleted, unless specifically listed below: 6.5.10 6.7.3.2 9.4.1 7.7.3.2 7.9.1 8.4.3.1 8.7.3.1 G2.4.2 9.4.1 10.5.1.1 10.7.3.1 G2.4.2 (D) The following residential provisions of the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code are deleted. A subsection contained within a deleted section or subsection is not deleted, unless specifically listed below: R202 definition of "Residential Building" R402.1.2 R402.1.3 Table R402.1.2 Table R402.1.3 R402.4.1.2 R402.4.4 R402.5 R403.3.5 R403.3.6 R403.9 R405.2 Table R405.4.2(1) R406.2 R406.3.2 Table 406.5 § 25-12-262 CITATIONS TO THE ENERGY CODE. In the City Code, "Energy Code" means the 2021 2024 International Energy Conservation Code adopted by Section 25-12-261 (International Energy Conservation Code) and as amended by Section 25-12-263 (Local Amendments to the International Energy Conservation Code). In this article, "this code" means the Energy Code. Page 1 of 24 § 25-12-263 LOCAL AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE. (A) The following provisions are local amendments to the commercial provisions of the 2021 International Conservation Code. Each provision in this subsection is a substitute for an identically numbered provision deleted by Section 25-12-261(B) or an addition to the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code. C201.3 Terms defined in other codes. Terms not defined in this code that are defined in the Building Code, Electrical Code, …
TITLE 25. - LAND DEVELOPMENT. CHAPTER 25-12. - TECHNICAL CODES. ARTICLE 12. ENERGY CODE. ARTICLE 12. ENERGY CODE. § 25-12-261 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE. (A) The International Energy Conservation Code, 2021 2024 Edition, published by the International Code Council ("2021 2024 International Energy Conservation Code") and Appendices RE, RF, RJ, and RK, is are adopted and incorporated by reference into this section with the deletions and amendments in Subsections (B), (C), and (D) and Section 25-12-263 (Local Amendments to the International Energy Conservation Code). (B) The following commercial provisions of the 2021 2024 International Energy Conservation Code are deleted. A subsection contained within a deleted section or subsection is not deleted, unless specifically listed below: Commented [A1]: Updated code reference from 2021 to 2024. Commented [A2]: Local amendments recommend inclusion of Appendix RE, RF, and RK. RF is referenced by section R405.4.2 and includes U-factors for alternative wall assemblies that may be easier to use by users. C402.3 C402.4.3 C405.2 (D) The following residential provisions of the 2021 2024 International Energy Conservation Code are deleted. A subsection contained within a deleted section or subsection is not deleted, unless specifically listed below: R402.5 R405.2 Commented [A3]: Updated numbering in table due to model code changes. Deleted amendments no longer needed. R202 definition of "Residential Building" R402.1.2 Table R402.1.2 R402.1.3 Table R402.1.3 R402.3 R402.4.4 R402.4.1.2 R402.5.1.2 R402.5.1.2.1 R402.5.1.3 R402.6 R403.3.5 R403.3.7 R403.3.6 R403.3.8 Table R403.3.8 R403.3.9 R403.6.3 R403.9 § 25-12-262 CITATIONS TO THE ENERGY CODE. Table R405.2 Table R405.4.2(1) Table R406.2 Table R406.5 R503.1.1.1 RJ101.1 RK101.1 In the City Code, "Energy Code" means the 2021 2024 International Energy Conservation Code adopted by Section 25-12-261 (International Energy Conservation Code) and as amended by Section 25-12-263 (Local Amendments to the International Energy Conservation Code). In this article, "this code" means the Energy Code. Commented [A4]: Updated code reference from 2021 to 2024. Page 1 of 25 § 25-12-263 LOCAL AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE. (C) The following provisions are local amendments to the residential provisions to the 2021 2024 International Energy Conservation Code. Each provision in this subsection is a substitute for an identically numbered provision deleted by Section 25-12-261(D) or an addition to the Energy Code. Commented [A5]: Updated code reference from 2021 to 2024. Commented [A6]: Updated to align number of stories with R202 General Definitions. Residential Buildings. R101.2 Scope. This code applies to the design and construction of detached …
CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Joseph Bowie (Vela); Robert Thornton-V Chair (Alter, R); VACANT (Kelly), Kyle Smith (Pool), Bobbi Joe Foster (Ellis) Bill Harris(Alter), Robert Butler(Watson), Stephen Cox (Madison) REGULAR CALLED MEETING MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING BOARD Tuesday June 25 @ 9:30 AM- IN PERSON PERMITTING DEVELOPMENT CENTER/ 1st FLOOR, CONF RM 1401-1402 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR AUSTIN, TEXAS Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register, contact rick.arzola@austintexas.gov Joseph Cooper(Fuentes), Ramon Perez(Velasquez), VACANT(Qadri) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES- 1. Approve the Minutes from Regular Called Meeting from March 27, 2024 DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Austin Water- Laundry to Landscape. Local amendments to the 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code DISCUSSION and ACTION 3. Approve a recommendation for the Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC) 4. Approve a recommendation for the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) 5. Conduct officer elections for the Chair and Vice Chair. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS for July 23rd 2024 ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Rick Arzola at Development Services Department, Building Inspections, at (512) 974-2417, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information of the Mechanical and Plumbing Board, please contact Rick Arzola at 512-974-2417
Laundry to Landscape: Local Amendments to the 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code Kevin Kluge, Water Conservation Manager May 28, 2024 Timeline for UPC-related Landscape Transformation Activities 2 Laundry to Landscape Installation Require laundry to landscape-ready plumbing • Mandatory for all new homes with laundry connections adjacent to an exterior wall • DSD plumbing inspection • Edwards Aquifer exclusions External system – voluntary for homeowner, permit required, education and incentive available Impact on affordable housing – neutral Plumbing Specifications for Laundry to Landscape Requirement New image displays roofing vent rather than an auto-vent No significant updates beyond venting Figure F 301.1(7) of the 2026 WEStand Homeowner education Information placard Update the 2015 Residential Gray Water Design Manual • Update permitting process, subsurface installation, and ordinances Propose expanded incentives • 100% of materials, up to $300 • Up to $300 for installation costs by a licensed irrigator 5 Questions?
City of Austin 2024 Technical Code Changes UMC & UPC Background The City of Austin updates the technical codes in accordance with the International Code Council (ICC), International Association of Plumbing & mechanical Officials (IAPMO) code cycle schedules. The International Codes are the most trusted source of model codes and standards. 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code Reducing Amendments GOAL: To minimize the number of amendments and return to model code. Reasons for amendments: 1. Council mandated 2. Business needs (chapter 1) 3. Clarification purposes 4. ISO rating Strikethrough means deleted from amendments – underline is a new amendment Amendment 1 104.1.1 Commercial Mechanical Change-Out Program. For buildings not covered under the Residential Code, the building official may establish, by rule, an inspection program for commercial mechanical components identified in this section or a change-out program authorized in other technical or building codes. The buildings must be located within the zoning jurisdiction of the City, outside of the zoning jurisdiction under agreement with a municipal utility district, or where the City provides electrical service. The program applies to replacing roof top equipment; refrigeration equipment; and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment. Amendment 2 CHAPTER 2: DEFINITIONS 202.1.1 Supplemental Definitions. The definitions in this subsection apply throughout this code and amend or supplement the definitions in Chapter 2 Alternate Water Source. Non-potable source of water that includes but is not limited to recycled manufacturing process water, air conditioner condensate, rainwater, storm water, gray water, black water, cooling tower blow down, and foundation drain water. Treatment System. A method, device or process for the treatment of the water quality of cooling tower blowdown, air conditioning condensate, or other onsite alternative water necessary for the authorized end uses provided under city and state permitting requirements contained in Chapters 15 and 16 of the City’s Adopted Plumbing Code & 30 TAC Chapter 210 Subchapter F. Note: These definitions were deleted at AW request. Amendment 3 305.3.1 Gas and Oil-Fired Furnaces. A float-operated automatic control valve shall be installed in the fuel supply line for a heating system that uses a gas or oil-fired furnace. The automatic control valve shall shut off fuel supply when floodwaters reach an elevation equal to the floor level of the spaces where the furnace equipment is installed. A manually operated gas valve that can be operated from a location above the regulatory flood datum (RFD) shall be provided in the …
Mechanical and Plumbing Board RECOMMENDATION 20240625-3 June 25, 2024 Date: Subject: Recommendation of 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code Motioned By: William Harris Seconded By: Joseph Cooper Recommendation A unanimous decision in a recommendation to adopt the 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code with City of Austin local ordinance. Description of Recommendation to Council 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code as amended by ordinance. Language approved by the Mechanical and Plumbing Board and City staff. Rationale: The board understands the importance of this recommendation to council as it is necessary to keep up with the changes in construction and modifications of codes through ordinances, education, contractor/builder licensing requirements and public awareness programs with participation in code development and administrative policies and procedures. In this recommendation, it continues to keep the Citizens of Austin healthy and safe and to ensure codes are updated to adopted give them a long-lasting mechanical system in homes and business with minimal maintenance requirements and to continue making Austin the most livable City of America. Vote: 7-0 For: Robert Thornton, William Harris, Joseph Cooper, Stephen Cox, Bobbi Jo Foster, Kyle Smith and Roman Perez Against: None Abstain: None Absent: Robert Butler and Joe Bowie Attest: Robert C. Thornton, Chair 1 of 1
Mechanical and Plumbing Board RECOMMENDATION 20240625-4 June 25, 2024 Date: Subject: Recommendation of 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code Motioned By: Joseph Cooper Seconded By: William Harris Recommendation A unanimous decision in a recommendation to adopt the 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code with City of Austin local ordinance. Description of Recommendation to Council 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code as amended by ordinance. Language approved by Mechanical and Plumbing Board and City Staff. Rationale: The board understands the importance of this recommendation to council as it is necessary to keep up with the changes in construction and modifications of codes through ordinances, education, contractor/builder licensing requirements and public awareness programs with participation in code development and administrative policies and procedures. In this recommendation, it continues to keep the Citizens of Austin healthy and safe and to ensure codes are updated to adopted give them a long-lasting plumbing system in homes and business with minimal maintenance requirements and to continue making Austin the most livable City of America. Vote: 7-0 For: Robet Thornton, Bill Harris, Joseph Cooper, Stephen Cox, Bobbi Jo Foster, Kyle Smith and Ramon Perez Against: None Abstain: None Absent: Robert Butler and Joe Bowie Attest: Robert C. Thornton, Chair 1 of 1
BOARD MEETING June 25, 2024 Mechanical and Plumbing Board APPROVED MINUTES The Mechanical and Plumbing Board convened in a Regular Called Meeting on June 25, 2024. The meeting took place at the Permitting Development Center at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive. Chairman Thornton, called the Meeting to order at 9:32 a.m. Board Members in Attendance: Robert Thornton, Bill Harris, Joe Cooper, Stephen Cox, Bobbi Jo Foster, Kyle Smith and Ramon Perez Absent members: Blaine Butler and Joe Bowie Staff Members in Attendance: Tim Taylor (DSD), Charlie Ablanedo (DSD), Chad Watson (DSD), Todd Wilcox (DSD) Robert Stefani (AWU), Kevin Kluge (AWU) Eric Reynolds (AWU), Kevin Critendon(AWU) and Heather Cooke (AWU) GENERAL CITIZEN COMMUNICATION- John Mata from the International Association of Mechanical and Plumbing Association (IAPMO) was on hand to listen in and weigh in his support of the recommendation of the 2024 Uniform Mechanical and Uniform Plumbing Code. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: 1.The minutes from the February 27, 2024 meeting was approved as written. Board member Cooper made a motion to approve the minutes, Board member Smith second the motion. Motion passed 7-0. Board members Bowie and Butler were absent. DISCUSSION ITMES 2. Austin Water-Laundry to Landscape- Austin Water Kevin Kluge recapped on 3 local amendments that are being proposed to save water as part of the 2018 Water forward plan in strategy of the landscape transformation for new homes, which includes pressure reduction devices on new irrigation systems, limit irrigation areas and required laundry to landscape ready plumbing in new homes after January 2025. Laundry to landscape would be a requirement for new homes with laundry connections only adjacent to an exterior wall. These inspections would be enforced by DSD plumbing inspections and would not apply to homes built in the Edwards Aquifer recharge zone. Exterior systems which distribute water to the plants and trees, would be voluntary for homeowners and a permit would be required. Austin water will provide education and incentives for this. No impact on affordability. In the past board meeting, there were concerns regarding venting of the plumbing specifications and how to ensure that homeowners install this correctly. In coordination with International Association of Mechanical and Plumbing Code Officials and John Mata of IAPMO, design was approved to vent through the roof as means of alternative venting system. In terms of the education, a required placard would be placed on the 3-way valve providing homeowners that they are …
CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Joseph Bowie (Vela); Robert Thornton-V Chair (Alter, R); Alex Ramirez (Kelly), Kyle Smith (Pool), Bobbi Joe Foster (Ellis) Bill Harris(Alter), Robert Butler(Watson), Stephen Cox (Madison) REGULAR CALLED MEETING MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING BOARD Tuesday May 28 @ 9:30 AM- IN PERSON PERMITTING DEVELOPMENT CENTER/ 1st FLOOR, CONF RM 1401-1402 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR AUSTIN, TEXAS Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register, contact rick.arzola@austintexas.gov Joseph Cooper(Fuentes), Ramon Perez(Velasquez), Mark Mapes(Qadri) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES- 1. Approve the Minutes from Regular Called Meeting from March 27, 2024 DISCUSSION 2 Austin Water- Laundry to Landscape. Local amendments to the 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code DISCUSSION and ACTION 3. Conduct officer elections for the Chair and Vice Chair. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Rick Arzola at Development Services Department, Building Inspections, at (512) 974-2417, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information of the Mechanical and Plumbing Board, please contact Rick Arzola at 512-974-2417
CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Joseph Bowie (Vela); Robert Thornton-V Chair (Alter, R); Alex Ramirez (Kelly), Kyle Smith (Pool), Bobbi Joe Foster (Ellis) Bill Harris(Alter), Robert Butler(Watson), Stephen Cox (Madison) REGULAR CALLED MEETING MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING BOARD Tuesday February 27 @ 9:30 AM- IN PERSON PERMITTING DEVELOPMENT CENTER/ 1st FLOOR, CONF RM 1401-1402 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR AUSTIN, TEXAS Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register, contact rick.arzola@austintexas.gov Joseph Cooper(Fuentes), Ramon Perez(Velasquez), Mark Mapes(Qadri) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES- DISCUSSION compensating heads 1. Approve the Minutes from Regular Called Meeting from January 23 2024 2 2024 Uniform Plumbing amendment-614.1.9- in relation to irrigation pressure 3. 2024 Uniform Plumbing amendment-614.1.10- in relation to irrigation system pressure over 80 psi and Pressure Reducing Valve 4. 2024 Uniform Plumbing amendment- 614.1.1-in relation to limitations on irrigation system installation 5. 2024 Uniform Plumbing amendment- 1503.10.2-in relation to laundry to landscape mandatory installation. DISCUSSION AND ACTION 6. Approve a recommendation for Parking Garage Exhaust to identify garage exhaust as a class 2 environment exhaust. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Rick Arzola at Development Services Department, Building Inspections, at (512) 974-2417, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information of the Mechanical and Plumbing Board, please contact Rick Arzola at 512-974-2417
MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING BOARD RECOMMENDATION 20240227-6 Seconded By: Joe Cooper Date: February 27, 2024 Subject: Parking Garage Exhaust Ventilation Motioned By: Bill Harris Recommendation Board has made a recommendation to identify parking garage exhaust as class 2 environmental exhaust in keeping align with ASHRAE and other recognized standards. Description of Recommendation to Council Environmental Class 1 and Class 2 air duct exhaust shall terminate no less than 3 ft from a property line, 10 ft above a public way, 3 ft from openings into the building and the minimum separation distance from ventilation system outdoor air intakes determined in accordance with Section 402.4.1 Rationale: For the purpose of maintaining consistency with the 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code and ASHRAE Standards. Vote 7-0 For: Robert Thornton, Joe Bowie Bobbi Jo Foster, William Harris, Joseph Cooper, Stephen Cox, and Ramon Perez Against: None Abstain: None Absent: Kyle Smith, Blaine Butler, Mark Mapes and Alex Ramires Attest: 1 of 1
BOARD MEETING February 27, 2024 Mechanical and Plumbing Board APPROVED MINUTES The Mechanical and Plumbing Board convened in a Regular Called Meeting on February 27, 2024. The meeting took place at the Permitting Development Center at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive. Chairman Thornton, called the Meeting to order at 9:39 a.m. Board Members in Attendance: Robert Thornton, Bill Harris, Joe Cooper, Stephen Cox, Joe Bowie, Bobbi Jo Foster and Ramon Perez Absent members: Alex Ramires, Mark Mapes, Blaine Butler and Kyle Smith Staff Members in Attendance: Marty Starrett (DSD), Charlie Ablanedo (DSD) Robert Stefani (AWU), Kevin Kluge (AWU) and Eric Reynolds (AWU) GENERAL CITIZEN COMMUNICATION- John Mata from the International Association of Mechanical and Plumbing Association (IAPMO) was on hand to listen in. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: 1.The minutes from the January 23, 2024 meeting was approved as written. Board member Cooper made a motion to approve the minutes, Vice Chair Bowie second the motion. Motion passed 6-0. Board member Foster, Butler, Ramirez, Mapes and Harris were absent. Board member Foster arrived after the minutes were conducted. DISCUSSION ITMES Prior to going into discussion with the board, Austin Water’s Kevin Kluge provided a brief presentation on Austin Water's landscape transformation and the 2024 Uniform plumbing amendments. In that presentation, Kevin pointed out that 42% of Austin water supply remains and very could hit 30% by fall. Potential dryer and hotter weather patterns tend to be trending this summer with La Nina taking control, which then could put Central Texas stricter stages of water conservation which will lead to reduced water needs for plants and turf. In his discussion on item 2, 2024 UPC amendment 614.1.9- irrigation pressure on compensation heads and item 3, UPC amendment 614.1.10-irrigation system pressure over 80 psi and Pressure Reducing valve, Kevin, noted that required pressure regulating heads on all new irrigation systems unless the pressure is less than 40 psi. Over pressurization on irrigation systems can lead to water waste through misting and overspray. Also noted, was to require a pressure regulating valve on mainline, if pressure is greater than 80 psi at the backflow device. The impact on affordable housing was determined by the Austin Housing department, the cost was a neutral impact and was determined to be around $550.00. This will be implemented by the irrigators putting in the system but will be monitored by Austin irrigation inspection. On discussion on item 4 of the …
CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Joseph Bowie (Vela); Robert Thornton-V Chair (Alter, R); Alex Ramirez (Kelly), Kyle Smith (Pool), Bobbi Joe Foster (Ellis) Bill Harris(Alter), Robert Butler(Watson), Stephen Cox (Madison) REGULAR CALLED MEETING MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING BOARD Tuesday January 23 @ 9:30 AM- IN PERSON PERMITTING DEVELOPMENT CENTER/ 1st FLOOR, CONF RM 1401-1402 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR AUSTIN, TEXAS Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register, contact rick.arzola@austintexas.gov Joseph Cooper(Fuentes), Ramon Perez(Velasquez), Mark Mapes(Qadri) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES- 1. Approve the Minutes from Regular Called Meeting from October 24, 2023 DISCUSSION 2 Uniform Plumbing and Uniform Mechanical Code Adoption 3 Appendix L-Water Heater requirements- Uniform Plumbing Code 4. Appendix M Water Saving Calculator- Uniform Plumbing Code FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Rick Arzola at Development Services Department, Building Inspections, at (512) 974-2417, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information of the Mechanical and Plumbing Board, please contact Rick Arzola at 512-974-2417
