The International Mechanical Code, 2018 Edition with State of Iowa amendments, is hereby adopted by reference and shall apply to all properties within the City. The fee for a permit issued under the International Mechanical Code adopted in this chapter shall be set by resolution of the Council.
1. Boiler. A mechanical permit is required to install a boiler.
2. General. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the Building Official relative to the application and interpretation of this code, there shall be and is hereby created a Board of Appeals consisting of three members who are licensed in the profession by the City; qualified by experience and training to pass judgment on matters pertaining to mechanical design, construction, and maintenance and the public health aspects of mechanical systems; and who are not employees of the City. Board of Appeals members shall be employed by or proprietors of a place of business within the corporate boundaries of the City.
3. Building Official. The Building Official shall be an ex officio member of and shall act as secretary to said Board but shall have no vote on any matter before the Board.
4. Appointments. The Board of Appeals shall be appointed by the City Council and shall hold office at its pleasure.
5. Actions. The Board shall adopt rules of procedure for conducting its business, and shall render decisions and findings in writing to the appellant, with a duplicate copy to the Building Official.
6. Limitations of Authority. The Board of Appeals shall have no authority relative to interpretation of the administrative provisions of the Building Code, nor shall the Board be empowered to waive requirements of the Code.
(Ord. 1103 - Dec. 20 Supp.)