(A) The provisions of the IECC as currently adopted and amended by the Iowa State Building Code Bureau shall apply to all matters governing the design and construction of buildings for energy efficiency.
(B) All energy code compliance inspections shall be completed by a third party certified to do such inspections with a report submitted to the administrative official showing compliance with the state adopted energy code.
(C) Sections C 101.1, 101.2, 103.3.1, 103.3.2, 103.3.3, 103.4, 103.5, and all of Sections 104, 107, 108, and 109 are deleted.
(D) Section C 402.1.1.1 Seasonal structures are added to read as follows:
The following seasonal-type structures are exempt from meeting the provisions of this code. (These facilities are allowed to have heating and/or cooling equipment for the temporary comfort of patrons and employees during operating hours).
(1) Food service buildings that serve patrons at amusement parks, water parks, and outdoor sporting facilities. The buildings can only be occupied by employees, must not be able to allow patrons to be served within the facility, and must have its sole means of servicing customers an operable exterior serving window.
(2) Restroom facilities that serve amusement parks, water parks, and outdoor sporting facilities.
(E) Section C 408.2 Mechanical systems and water-heating systems commissioning and completion requirements are amended to read as follows:
Prior to the final mechanical and plumbing inspections, the registered design professional or approved agency shall provide evidence of mechanical systems commissioning and completion in accordance with the provisions of this section. The Commissioning Agent shall be accredited by an industry-recognized certification program, to be determined by the AHJ.
(Ord. 15071, passed 9-25-2023)