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Building Code Commission - Apr 27 2026 Agenda Monday, April 27, 2026 at 4:00 PM Asbury City Hall, 5290 Grand Meadow Drive, Suite 1, Asbury, Iowa 52002 Page 1. Meeting Opening A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Citizen Input D. Minutes from the January 26, 2026 Building Code Meeting. 2 Minutes.BuildingCodeMeeting.Jan26.2026.pdf Approve 2. New Business A. Discussion of Swimming Pool Code. 3 Alexis Steger has submitted a request to the Building Code for the consideration of an amendment to the Building Code for regulations related to the construction of a swimming pool. Asbury Request for Adoption of ICC Pool Barrier Requirements.pdf Memo Craig Proposed Pool Code Changes 04222026.pdf B. Proposed Ordinance Amendments. 15 Building Code Adopted Proposed Amendment.pdf Memo to Board Building Code Adoption..pdf C. Permit Fees. 40 Fees Building 2026.pdf Draft Proposed Electrical Fees.pdf 3. Any Other Business 4. Adjournment A. Adjourn Meeting Title VI Statement - The City of Asbury receives federal funding and may not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, color, or national origin, according to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. For more information or to obtain a Title VI Complaint form, call 563-556-7106. Page 1 of 48 Asbury Building Code Commission Proceedings: January 26, 2026 The meeting of the Asbury Building Code Commission was called to order at 4:00 p.m. by Chairperson Dave Kern. Answering roll call were: Dave Kern, Nicholas Schneider and Jessica Anderschau. Also present were Doug Hummel, Asbury Building Code Commissioner, Councilmembers Russ Domeyer and Curt Kiessling and Beth Bonz, City Administrator. Dave Kern moved to approve the minutes for the 10/27/25 meeting. Seconded by Nicholas Schneider. Motion carried. (all ayes) Yvonne Mallory arrived at 4:15 p.m. Doug Hummel presented the Building Code Commission the City of Asbury’s State of Building Permits for 2026. The first item the board members looked at was the 4 th Quarter Permit Report which showed a total of 85 permits applied for from October 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025, equaling $16,525.45 in permit fees. That brought the total of permits applied for in 2025 to 479 compared to 509 in 2024. The board was then shown the New Construction Projects for 2025. Twelve permits for new homes were issued totaling a valuation of $7,037,000 resulting in $19,825.25 of building permit fees. One new commercial building permit was issued for a $3,800,000 project and the permit fee was $12,550. The numbers for New Construction Homes were added to the report from 2000 to 2025 bringing the total number of new homes built since 2000 to 1,270 for a total valuation of $290,051,602. Since 2010, 599 permits have been issued with a valuation of $178,372.909. Even though construction of new homes has slowed in Asbury, the city remains to be a desirable place for people to call home. One of the biggest issues the city is going to encounter with growth is the number of empty lots available to build on and the location of those lots. Currently, there are 56 lots available in Asbury with 33 of them being in the Hidden Meadows, Legacy Heights and Tuscany Ridge Subdivisions. However, there are 11 undeveloped lots in Asbury Heights Place and 7.87 undeveloped acres in Legacy Heights Lot B. Jessica Anderschau moved to adjourn the meeting at 4:28 p.m. Seconded by Dave Kern. (all ayes) Doug Hummel Secretary Page 2 of 48 To: Asbury Building Code Board From: Alexis Steger, 2088 Legacy Heights Ridge Date: 04/21/2026 Subject: Adoption of International Code Council (ICC) Pool Fencing Requirements Purpose The purpose of this memorandum is to request the Asbury Building Code Board consideration in adopting the International Code Council (ICC) fencing (Barrier) requirements for swimming pools to improve overall safety, align local regulations with nationally recognized standards, and address practical safety, cost, and enforcement concerns associated with the current six-foot fence requirement. Background Asbury’s current pool fencing guidelines require a six (6) foot high fence with a self-closing, self-locking, and self-latching gate, with the latch located not less than four (4) feet above grade and the fence fully installed prior to filling the pool with water. While the increased fence height was intended to improve safety, studies have shown that barrier height alone has not provided the increased level of safety that was intended. Effective pool safety depends on a combination of barrier visibility, opening limitations, climb resistance, material restrictions, and gate functionality, rather than height alone. Limitations of the Current Asbury Requirements 1. Height Alone Does Not Address Key Safety Risks Increasing fence height does not regulate several critical safety elements, including: • Maximum opening sizes within the fence, • Climbability of fencing materials such as chain-link, • Handholds or footholds that allow scaling of the barrier. • These elements are expressly addressed in the ICC pool fencing requirements but are not included in the current Asbury guidelines. 2. Lack of Visibility Through the Fence The ICC pool fencing requirements place importance on visibility through the barrier, allowing clear observation of the pool area from outside the enclosure. This visibility improves: • Passive supervision, • Early detection of unsafe conditions, • Rapid response in the event of an emergency. The current Asbury code does not include a visibility requirement and allows fencing designs that may completely obstruct views into the pool area. Reduced visibility can delay recognition of hazardous or emergency conditions, undermining overall pool safety. Page 3 of 48 3. Lack of Manufacturer-Certified Pool Fence Systems Fence manufacturers commonly design and certify pool-specific fencing systems to meet ICC and other nationally adopted pool safety standards. These systems are engineered as a coordinated safety package that includes: • Controlled opening sizes, • Anti-climb materials, • Compatible self-closing and self-latching gates. Because the six-foot fence requirement is not a standard pool-safety configuration, manufacturers generally do not produce six-foot fencing systems that are certified or specifically designed to meet these additional pool-safety criteria. This limits the availability of purpose-built, safety-tested pool fencing options. 4. Increased Cost with Reduced Safety Reliability Six-foot fencing systems are significantly more expensive than standard 48-inch pool fencing systems due to increased material and installation costs. However, this added cost does not necessarily improve safety when other critical safety features—such as opening limitations, visibility, and climb resistance— are not required. As a result, the current approach: • Increases construction costs for property owners, • Reduces access to manufacturer-engineered pool safety systems, • Provides less reliable safety outcomes than lower-height fences designed and certified specifically for pool safety compliance. Advantages of Adopting the ICC Pool Fencing Requirements Adopting the ICC pool fencing requirements would: • Limit openings to a maximum of four (4) inches; • Regulate chain-link fencing and other climbable materials; • Promote use of nationally recognized, manufacturer-supported pool fencing systems; • Reduce unnecessary costs while improving overall safety effectiveness; • Improve consistency in plan review, inspections, and enforcement. These provisions function together as a comprehensive safety system, rather than relying primarily on fence height. Recommendation I respectfully request that the Asbury Building Code Board: • Adopt 2024 ISPSC Section 305 Barrier Requirements by reference, replacing the current height-based approach with a comprehensive, safety-oriented standard; and • Apply the ICC requirements to new pool installations and substantial modifications, ensuring alignment with nationally recognized pool safety practices. Page 4 of 48 As shown in Appendix A, ISPSC Section 305 establishes a comprehensive pool barrier safety system addressing opening size, climb resistance, and gate behavior as well as several other safety elements not fully addressed by the current Asbury height-based requirement. Conclusion The current six-foot fence requirement has increased costs and limited access to manufacturer-certified pool fencing systems without providing the intended improvement in safety. Adoption of the ICC pool fencing requirements would establish a more reliable, cost-effective, and supervision-friendly approach, incorporating visibility, opening restrictions, and material limitations that collectively enhance pool safety. Page 5 of 48 Appendix A Comparison of Pool Fencing Requirements Asbury General Guidelines vs. ICC International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) Requirement Asbury General Guidelines ICC – ISPSC (Section 305) International Swimming Pool and Spa Code Governing Code Local Asbury guideline (ISPSC) – Chapter 3, Barriers Minimum barrier height of 48 inches, Minimum Fence Fence must be six (6) feet high measured on the side facing away from the Height pool (ISPSC §305.2.1) Fence required to have no No opening shall allow passage of a 4-inch Barrier Openings openings diameter sphere (ISPSC §305.2.2) Maximum chain-link mesh opening of 1-3/4 Chain-Link Fence Not addressed inches, unless slats reduce openings to Restrictions compliant size (ISPSC §305.2.7) Restrictions on horizontal, vertical, diagonal Climb Resistance Not addressed members and their spacing to prevent climbing (ISPSC §305.2.5–§305.2.8) Pedestrian gates must be self-closing and Gate Type Self-locking gate required self-latching (ISPSC §305.3) Latch must be not less than four Self-latching device required with Gate / Door (4) feet above grade and specifications intended to prevent child access Latching Height inaccessible to small children (ISPSC §305.3) Gates must open outward away from pool Must remain securely closed and Gate Operation area and automatically return to a closed latching at all times position (ISPSC §305.3) Timing of Fence All fencing must be in place when Barrier required prior to pool use and Installation pool is filled with water occupancy (ISPSC §305.1) Comprehensive safety system combining Safety Approach Height-based requirement height, openings, visibility, materials, and gate behavior Use of National Nationally recognized ICC standard, widely Local guideline only Standard adopted by jurisdictions Source: International Code Council – International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC), Chapter 3, Section 305 Page 6 of 48 2024 ISPSC Section 305 Barrier Requirements Page 7 of 48 Page 8 of 48 Page 9 of 48 Page 10 of 48 Page 11 of 48 TO: Elizabeth Bonz, City Administrator FROM: Craig Elskamp, Building Inspector RE: Proposed Pool Code Changes – Alexis Steger, 2088 Legacy Heights Ridge (attached) DATE: April 22, 2026 The current Asbury Swimming Pool Code (Chapter 156.11 of the Asbury Code of Ordinances) has been in effect for over 20 years and was amended in 2014 to specifically address fencing requirements. Overall, the ordinance has functioned effectively and continues to meet property insurance standards. That said, periodic review is appropriate, particularly when safety is involved, and concerns raised by property owners deserve thoughtful consideration. With respect to pool fencing, the Asbury Building Code Commission has adopted standards that are more restrictive than those outlined in the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC). The language in Chapter 156.11 was carefully reviewed by the Commission and approved by the City Council with a strong emphasis on safety—particularly the protection of young children. I participated in portions of these code development discussions. My comments regarding the proposed changes submitted by Alexis Steger are as follows:  Electrical Requirements: These remain among the most critical safety components and are already comprehensively addressed through the City’s adoption of the International Residential Code (IRC) and the National Electrical Code (NEC).  Item #1 – Fence Height and Openings: The requirement for a 6-foot-high fence with a maximum 6-inch opening is widely adopted by municipalities and has proven effective in preventing access by toddlers, both in terms of climbing and passage through the fence.  Item #2 – Fence Visibility: The current code does not require visibility through fencing. This omission is intentional, allowing property owners the option of privacy where desired.  Item #3 – Availability of Compliant Fencing: There have been no reported issues regarding the availability of fencing systems that meet the 6-foot requirement. Such systems are widely available and commonly used.  Item #4 – Cost Considerations: Historically, cost has not been raised as a concern by property owners installing pools under the current code requirements. Recommendation to the Building Code Commission: The existing Asbury Swimming Pool Code provides well-established, widely accepted safety measures for residential pool fencing. It is generally consistent with neighboring jurisdictions, such as the City of Dubuque (see Dubuque Code 14-9-3), with the primary distinction being Asbury’s 6-foot fence height requirement—a standard that is also commonly required across Page 12 of 48 many Iowa municipalities. The current code has demonstrated effectiveness over time without imposing undue hardship on property owners. Based on this, I recommend maintaining the existing code as written. TO: Elizabeth Bonz, City Administrator FROM: Craig Elskamp, Building Inspector Re: 4/21/26 Pool Code Proposed Changes from Alexis Steger, 2088 Legacy Heights Ridge (attached) Date: April 22, 2026 The current Asbury Pool Code (Chapter 156.11 of the Asbury Code of Ordinances) has been in e ect for over 20 years and amended in 2014 to specifically address fencing requirments. Essentially, the ordinance that is currently in place has been working very well, and meets property insurance requirements. That being said, when it comes to safety it never hurts to re-evaluate and the concerns of property owners should not be taken lightly. As far as fencing around pools is concerned, the Asbury Building Code Committee has adopted a code that is more strictive than the ICC pool code (ISPSC). The language adopted in Chapter 156.11 Swimming Pools was carefully reviewed by the Building Code Committee and adopted by the City Council with safety in mind, particularly that of young toddlers. I was part of some of these code development meetings. My comments on the proposed changes that Alexis Steger has brought forward for consideration are: - Electrical requirements, are arguably the most important, and those are covered in the Asbury code via the adopted ICC (IRC) as well as the NEC. -Regarding item #1: You’ll find that most cities have adopted the 6’ high / 6” opening fence requirement. It has historically been proven to be e ective and keep toddlers out as far as preventing climbing over and negotiating through the fence. -Regarding Item #2: Visibility through the fence, is currently not included in the Asbury code. Privacy, if so desired, was purposely meant to be allowed. -Regarding Item #3: I have never received any comments regarding lack of available 6’ fence systems, in fact it’s very prevalent. -Regarding Item #4: Fence cost has never been mentioned by past property owners who have installed pools. Recommendation to the Building Code Commission: The current Asbury Swimming Pool Code provides universally accepted safety measures for pool fencing. It is similar to our neighbor (City of Dubuque – See Dubuque Code 14-9-3) with the exception of the 6’ high fence requirement. Most Page 13 of 48 other cities in Iowa do require the 6’ height. The current Asbury code has been proven to work, doing so without posing any hardships to property owners. Page 14 of 48 156.07 BUILDING CODE ADOPTED. There is hereby adopted by reference as the Asbury Building Code that certain building code known as the International Building Code, 2015 Edition, as published by the International Code Council, Inc., exclusive of sections 112 and 113 as well as any appendix not specifically adopted by the City, notwithstanding any reference thereto in the provisions of said as prepared and edited by the International Building Code Council, 2015, of the most current edition adopted by the Iowa Administrative Code withand subject to the amendments except those and other provisions thereof which are hereinafter deleted, modified or amended. of this section. The provisions of the Asbury Building Code shall be controlling in the construction of buildings and other structures and in all matters covered by such building code within the corporate limits of the City. A copy of said International Building Code, 2015, shall be on file in the office of the City Clerk for public inspection. Said International Building Code is amended as follows: 1. Section 103.3 “Scope” is hereby amended by repealing paragraph 1. 2. Section 102, “Unsafe Buildings or Structures” is hereby amended by repealing Paragraph 2. 31. Section 105.5 “Expiration,” is hereby amended to read as follows: 105.05 Expiration. Every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work on the site authorized by such permit is commenced within 180 days after its issuance, or if the work authorized on the site by such permit is suspended or abandoned for a period of 180 days after the time the work is commenced, or if the work authorized on the site by such permit is not completed within two years after its issuance. The Building Official is authorized to grant, in writing, one or more extensions of time, for periods not more than 180 days each. The extension shall be requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated. 42. Section R 108.2, Fees is amended by repealing the entire paragraph and replacing with Section 109, “Fees,” to read as follows: 108.9.2 Fees. Fees for permits, plan review, inspections and other ffees, and rules governing their application, shall be established by the City Council by resolutionordinance which shall be made available for public inspection. Unless expressly provided by resolutionordinance of the City Council, the payment of a fee or fees shall not relieve the applicant, permit holder or other persons from the payment of any other fee or fees that may be prescribed by this code, by law or by ordinance. No permit fees shall be required in connection with buildings owned and used exclusively by the City. Page 15 of 48 1098.2.1 Permit Fees. The fee for each permit shall be as set forth by resolution. in Table No. 109-2. The determination of value or valuation under any of the provisions of this Building Code shall be made by the Building Official. The value to be used in computing the building permit fee for new construction shall be the cost of all building materials and the usual cost of labor whether such labor is performed by the owners or others. Such valuation may exclude the cost of the lot or improvements to the lot such as grading, landscaping, walks or drives, and/or the cost of the air conditioning, electrical, heating, plumbing or ventilation systems, for which separate inspection fees are charged; however, the approximate value of these items shall be shown on the permit in the space provided for that purpose. The valuations for alterations, repairs, replacement or remodeling shall include the cost of materials and the usual cost of labor, whether such labor is performed by the owner or by others, for the installation or construction of any repair, replacement or remodeling which becomes an integral part of the building or structure. The payment of fees under this section of the code shall not relieve the applicant, permit holder or other persons from the payment of any other fee or fees that may be Page 16 of 48 prescribed by this code, by law or by ordinance. No fee shall be required for buildings owned and used exclusively by the city. 1098.2.2 Plan Review Fees. When a plan or other data is required to be submitted by Section 107 of this Building Code a plan review fee shall be due and payable prior to the issuance of a permit. Such plan review fee shall be established by resolution as approved by City Council.as set forth in Table 109.2. The plan review fees specified in this subsection are separate from the permit fees specified in the adopted fee resolutionSection 109.2 and are in addition to the permit fees. When plans are incomplete or changed so as to require additional plan review, an additional plan review fee shall be charged as established by resolution.set forth in Table No. 109-2. 1098.3 Building Permit Valuations. The applicant for a permit shall provide an estimated value at the time of the application. The Building Official, shall either deny the permit or permit the applicant to amend the application. If in the opinion of the Building Official, the valuation is underestimated, then applicant must provide detailed estimates to meet the approval of the Building Official. Final building permit valuation shall be set by the Building Official. 1098.4 Work Commencing Before Permit Issuance. Any person who commences any work on a building, structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system before obtaining the necessary permits shall be required to pay an amount equal to twice the amount of the initial permit fee. The payment of such doubled fee shall not relieve any person from otherwise fully complying with any of the requirements of this chapter and the Asbury Building Code in the execution of the work nor from other fees or penalties provided in the City Code of Ordinances. 1098.6 Refunds. The Building Official is authorized to refund fees under the following conditions: 1. The full amount of any fee paid hereunder that was erroneously paid or collected. Page 17 of 48 2. Not more than 80 (eighty) percent of the plan review fee paid where an application for a permit for which a plan review fee has been paid is withdrawn or canceled before any plan review effort has been expended. The Building Official shall not authorize the refunding of any fee paid, except upon written application filed by the original permittee not later than 180 days after the date of fee payment. Page 18 of 48  Will now be a resolution instead of an Ordinance TABLE NO. 109-2 BUILDING PERMIT FEES Formatted: Keep with next 1 Permit Issuance Fee for each permit $ 10.00 Formatted: Centered, Space Before: 12 pt, Keep with next, Tab stops: Not at 1.25" + 4.63" + 5" 2 Valuation Fee Schedule (in addition to Permit Issuance Fee) $1.00 to $500.00 $ 20.00 $501.00 to $2,000.00 $ 20.00 for the first $500.00, plus $2.00 for each additional $100.00 or fraction thereof, to and including $2,000.00. $2,001.00 to $25,000.00 $ 50.00 for the first $2,000.00, plus $10.00 for each additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof, to and including $25,000.00. $25,001.00 to $50,000.00 $ 280.00 for the first $25,000.00, plus $8.00 for each additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof, to and including $50,000.00. $50,001.00 to $100,000.00 $ 480.00 for the first $50,000.00, plus $5.00 for each additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000.00. $100,001.00 to $500,000.00 $ 730.00 for the first $100,000.00, plus $40.00 for each additional $10,000.00 or fraction thereof. $500,001.00 and above $ 2,330.00 for the first $500,000.00, plus $30.00 for each additional $10,000.00 or fraction thereof. Other Inspections and Fees Formatted: Centered, No page break before Page 19 of 48  1 Plan review fees when a plan is required by Section Formatted: Centered, Indent: Left: 1", First line: 0", 302(b) of the code, per hour of review time $ 80.00* Space Before: 12 pt, Keep with next, Tab stops: Not at 1.25" + 4.63" + 5" (Minimum of one-hour charge and charged Formatted: Centered, Space Before: 12 pt, Keep with next, Tab stops: Not at 1.25" in half-hour increments beyond the first hour) 2 Inspections outside of normal business hours Formatted: Centered, Indent: Left: 1", First line: 0", per hour $ 80.00* Space Before: 12 pt, Keep with next, Tab stops: Not at 1.25" + 4.63" + 5" (Minimum charge of two hours) Formatted: Centered, Space Before: 12 pt, Keep with next, Tab stops: Not at 1.25" 3 Reinspection fee assessed under provisions of Formatted: Centered, Indent: Left: 1", First line: 0", Section 305(g), each $ 80.00* Space Before: 12 pt, Keep with next, Tab stops: Not at 1.25" + 4.63" + 5" 4 Inspections for which no fee is specifically indicated per hour $ 80.00* (Minimum charge of one-half hour) 5 Additional plan review fees required by changes, additions or revisions to approved plans, per hour. $ 80.00* (Minimum charge of one-half hour) 6 Inspections upon less than 24-hour advance notice, in addition to any other inspection fee(s) which may apply $ 160.00 * Or the total hourly cost to the jurisdiction, whichever is the greatest. This cost shall include outside plan review expense, supervision, overhead, equipment, hourly wages and fringe benefits of the employees involved. (Ord. 1-2017 – Feb. 17 Supp.) 156.08 RESIDENTIAL BUILDING CODE ADOPTED. There is hereby adopted by reference as the Asbury Residential Building Code that certain building code known as the International Residential Code, 2015 Edition, as published by the International Code Council, Inc., exclusive of sections R103, R111, R112 and R313, as well as any appendix not specifically adopted by the City, notwithstanding any reference thereto in the provisions of said International Residential Code, 2015, of the most recent edition adopted by the Iowa Administrative Code withand subject to the amendments except those and other provisions thereof which are hereinafter deleted, modified or amended of this section. The provisions of said Asbury Residential Building Code shall be controlling in the Page 20 of 48 construction of one and two family residential buildings and in all matters covered by the Asbury Residential Building Code within the corporate limits of the City. A copy of said International Residential Code, 2015 shall be on file in the office of the City Clerk for public inspection. Said International Residential Code is amended as follows: 1. Section R105.5 “Expiration,” is hereby amended to read as follows: R105.5. Expiration. Every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work on the site authorized by such permit is commenced within 180 days after its issuance, or if the work authorized on the site by such permit is suspended or abandoned for a period of 180 days after the time the work is commenced, or if the work authorized on the site by such permit is not completed within one year after its issuance. The Building Official is authorized to grant, in writing, one or more extensions of time, for periods not more than 180 days each. The extension shall be requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated. 2. Section R108.2, “Fees,” is hereby amended to read as follows: R108.2 Fees. The fee for each permit shall be as set forth in Table No. 108.2 Fees for permits, plan review, inspections and other fees, and rules governing their application, shall be established by the City Council by resolution ordinance which shall be made available for public inspection. Unless expressly provided by resolutionordinance of the City Council, the payment of a fee or fees shall not relieve the applicant, permit holder or other persons from the payment of any other fee or fees that may be prescribed by this code, by law, or by ordinance. No permit fees shall be required in connection with buildings owned and used exclusively by the City. R108.2.1 Permit Fees. The fee for each permit shall be as set forth in by resolutionTable No. R108-2. The determination of value or valuation under any of the provisions of this Building Code shall be made by the Building Official. The value to be used in computing the building permit for new construction shall be the cost of all building materials and the usual cost of labor whether such labor is performed by the owners or others. Such valuation may exclude the cost of the lot or improvements to the lot such as grading, landscaping, walks or drives, and/or the cost of the air conditioning, electrical, heating, plumbing or ventilation systems, for which separate inspection fees are charged; however, the approximate value of these items shall be shown on the permit in the space provided for that purpose. Page 21 of 48 The valuations for alterations, repairs, replacement or remodeling shall include the cost of materials and the usual cost of labor, whether such labor is performed by the owner or by others, for the installation or construction of any repair, replacement or remodeling which becomes an integral part of the building or structure. The payment of fees under this section of the codes shall not relieve the applicant, permit holder or other persons from the payment of any other fee or fees that may be prescribed by this code, by law or by ordinance. No fee shall be required for buildings owned and used exclusively by the city. 108.2.2 Plan Review Fees. When a plan or other data is required to be submitted by Section 106 of this Building Code or when a plan is incomplete or changed, a plan review fee shall be charged as set forth by resolution as adopted by City Council.in Table No. R108-2. The plan review fees specified in this subsection are separate from the permit fees specified in the resolutionSection 108.2 and are in addition to the permit fees. R108.3 Building Permit Valuations. The applicant for a permit shall provide an estimated value at the time of the application. The Building Official, shall either deny the permit or permit the applicant to amend the application. If in the opinion of the Building Official, the valuation is underestimated, then the applicant must provide detailed estimates to meet the approval of the Building Official. Final building permit valuation shall be set by the Building Official. Set by Resolution TABLE NO. R108-2 BUILDING PERMIT FEES 1 Permit Issuance Fee for each permit .................$ 10.00 2 Valuation Fee Schedule (in addition to Permit Issuance Fee) $1.00 to $500.00 ...............................................$ 20.00 $501.00 to $2,000.00 ........................................$ 20.00 for the first $500.00, plus $2.00 for each additional $100.00 or fraction thereof, to and including $2,000.00. $2,001.00 to $30,000.00 ...................................$ 50.00 for the first $2,000.00, plus $9.25 for each additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof, to and including $30,000.00. $30,001.00 to $50,000.00 .................................$ 309.00 for the first $30,000.00, plus $6.75 for each additional Page 22 of 48  $1,000.00 or fraction thereof, to and including $50,000.00. $50,001.00 to $100,000.00 ...............................$ 444.00 for the first $50,000.00, plus $4.25 for each additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000.00. $100,001.00 to $500,000.00 .............................$ 656.50 for the first $100,000.00, plus $3.25 for each additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof. Other Inspections and Fees 1 Plan review fees when a plan is required by Section 302(b) of the code, per hour of review time .....$ 80.00* (Minimum of one-hour charge and charged in half-hour increments beyond the first hour) 2 Inspections outside of normal business hours per hour .............................................................$ 80.00* (Minimum charge of two hours) 3 Reinspection fee assessed under provisions of Section 305(g), each ...................................................................$ 80.00* 4 Inspections for which no fee is specifically indicated per hour .............................................................$ 80.00* (Minimum charge of one-half hour) 5 Additional plan review fees required by changes, additions or revisions to approved plans, per hour .............................................................$ 80.00* (Minimum charge of one-half hour) 6 Inspections upon less than 24-hour advance notice, in addition to any other inspection fee(s) which may apply: .............................................$ 160.00 * Or the total hourly cost to the jurisdiction, whichever is the greatest. This cost shall include outside plan review expense, supervision, overhead, equipment, hourly wages and fringe benefits of the employees involved. R108.5 Refunds. The Building Official is authorized to refund fees under the following conditions: 1. The full amount of any fee paid hereunder that was erroneously paid or collected. 2. Not more than 80 (eighty) percent of the plan review fee paid where an application for a permit for which a plan review fee has been paid is withdrawn or canceled before any plan review effort has been expended. Page 23 of 48  The building official shall not authorize the refunding of any fee paid, except upon written application filed by the original permittee not later than 180 days after the date of fee payment. R108.6 Work Commencing Before Permit Issuance. Any person who commences any work on a building, structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system before obtaining the necessary permits shall be required to pay an amount equal to twice the amount of the initial permit fee. The payment of such doubled fee shall not relieve any person from otherwise fully complying with any of the requirements of this chapter and the Asbury Building Code in the execution of the work nor from other fees or penalties provided in the City Code of Ordinances. 3. Section R302.13 “Fire protection of floors,” is hereby amended to read as follows: R302.13 Fire protection of floors. Floor assemblies that are not required elsewhere in this code to be fire-resistance rated, shall be provided with a 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) gypsum wallboard membrane, 5/8-inch (16 mm) wood structural panel membrane membrane, or equivalent on the underside of the floor framing member. The use of FX Lumber Guard, or an approved equal, is also an approved fire protection barrier for the basement. Penetrations or openings for ducts, vents, electrical outlets, lighting, devices, luminaires, wires, speakers, drainage, piping and similar openings or penetrations shall be permitted. 4. Section R310.1, “Emergency escape and rescue opening required,” is hereby amended to read as follows: R310.1 Emergency escape and rescue opening required. Basements, habitable attics and every sleeping room shall have not less than one operable emergency escape and rescue opening. Where basements contain one or more sleeping rooms, an emergency escape and rescue opening shall be required in each sleeping room. Emergency escape and rescue openings shall open directly into a public way, or to a yard or court that opens to a public way. Exceptions: 1. Storm shelters and basements used only to house mechanical equipment not exceeding a total floor area of 200 square feet (18.58 m2). 2. Basements without bedrooms that provided a second stairway that terminates in a room separate from the first stairway. Page 24 of 48  3. The finished sill height may exceed 44 inches (1118 mm) above the floor if approved by the Building Official and the following conditions are met: The exterior finish grade is more than 36 inches (914 mm) above the interior floor level of the room, or altering the exterior configuration of the building would adversely affect the historical significance of the building. A platform capable of supporting a live load of 300 pounds shall be permanently affixed at the exterior of the window. This platform shall be no lower than 20 inches (508 mm) above the floor and no higher than 36 inches (914 mm) above the floor. The distance from the platform to the finished sill height shall not exceed 36 inches (914 mm). The platform shall extend outward from the wall a minimum of 24 inches (610 mm) and shall be at least as wide as the clear open able width of the window. The escape or rescue window shall have a minimum clear open able area of 9 square feet (0.84m2), with a minimum dimension of 36 inches (914 mm). The building is equipped with smoke alarms installed in accordance with Section R314. 5. Section R311.7.8.2, “Continuity,” is hereby amended to read as follows: R311.7.8.2 Continuity. Handrails for stairways shall be continuous for the full length of the flight, from a point directly above the top riser of the flight to a point directly above the lowest riser of the flight. Handrail ends shall be returned or shall terminate in newel posts or safety terminals. Handrails adjacent to a wall shall have a space of not less than 1 ½ inches (38 mm) between the wall and the handrails. Exceptions: 1. Handrails shall be permitted to be interrupted by a newel post at the turn. 2. The use of a volute, turnout, starting easing or starting newel shall be allowed over the lowest tread. 3. Top rails may be interrupted by walls. 6. Section R404.1.3.2, “Reinforcement for foundation walls,” is hereby amended by adding an exception as follows: Exception: The following reinforcement requirements may be used as an alternative for 8" (204 mm) thick concrete foundation walls between Page 25 of 48  96 (2438 mm) and 120 inches (3048 mm) in height: #4 bars 20 inches (508 mm) on center vertically and #4 bars 24 inches (610 mm) on center horizontally. 7. Section P3114.3, “Where permitted,” is hereby amended to read as follows:† P3114.3 Where permitted. Individual vents, branch vents, circuit vents and stack vents shall be permitted to terminate with a connection to an air admittance valve when approved by the Building Official or their agent in cases where structural or existing conditions do not allow for determination of a vent to the open air. 8. Part VIII “Electrical,” is hereby amended by deleting Chapters 34-41 in their entirety. (Subsections 7-8 – Ord. 3-2019 – Jun. 19 Supp.) 9. Section N1103.35 (R403.3.5) Building cavities (Mandatory), is hereby amended to read as follows: N1103.35 (R403.3.5) Building cavities (Mandatory) Exterior building framing cavities shall not be used as ducts or plenums. (Subsection 9 – Ord. 4-2023 – May 23 Supp.) 156.09 PERMIT ISSUANCE DURING REZONING CONSIDERATION PROHIBITED. The Building Official of the City is hereby prohibited from issuing a building permit to the owner or owners of real property for which action has been initiated for the purpose of securing a zoning reclassification. The period of such prohibition shall extend from the date of the official act of the Planning and Zoning Commission calling for a public hearing on such zoning reclassification up to and including the date of final action of the City Council upon such zoning reclassification. 156.09A MORATORIUM FOR CONSTRUCTION OR OTHER WORK ON CERTAIN STREETS, AREAS OR FACILITIES. Asbury Road Intersection Improvement Study Area (construction of roundabouts at Hales Mill Road and Asbury Road intersection and Radford Road and Asbury Road intersection): the City Administrator may not issue any permit for any new construction or substantial enlargement, alteration, repair or remodeling of any structure, building, or sign in the Asbury Road Intersection Study Area as shown on the map on file in the office of the City Clerk, but not to include demolition or emergency repairs without the approval of the City Council, from the effective date hereof to December 31, 2030 except where a vested right to the issuance of such permit accrued prior to the effective date hereof. (Ord. 3-2022 – Oct. 22 Supp.) † EDITOR’S NOTE: Ordinance No. 3-2019 supplemented in June 2019 had an effective date of July 1, 2019. The previous Subsection 7, effective until July 1, 2019 read as follows: Chapter 11 “Energy Efficiency,” is hereby amended by deleting the entire chapter. Page 26 of 48 156.10 WAITING PERIOD FOR DEMOLITION PERMITS. The provisions of this section apply to all buildings located in whole or in part within the following described neighborhood areas: Upon receiving an application for a demolition permit for any building located in whole or in part within the areas described above, the Building Official shall immediately notify the City Council of such application. At its next regular meeting the Council must then take formal action to either approve or withhold the demolition permit for a specified period not to exceed ninety (90) days. If the Council fails to take action to approve or withhold the demolition permit at its next regular meeting, the Building Official shall issue the permit forthwith. The Council may in its discretion withhold the demolition permit whenever it determines that the building for which the permit is sought may be of historical Page 27 of 48 or architectural significance to the City. The purpose of this waiting period is to enable the Council to have time to investigate the historical or architectural value of the building to the community and to take such action as may be appropriate to ensure or encourage its preservation. However, nothing in this section shall authorize the withholding by the Building Official of a demolition permit for more than ninety (90) days following notification of Council of application for such permit. 156.11 SWIMMING POOLS. 1. Definition. “Swimming pool” is defined as any constructed or prefabricated pool used for swimming, bathing or wading, over twenty-four (24) inches in depth. (Ord. 5-2020 – Aug. 20 Supp.) 2. Permit Required. All swimming pools, whether public or private, require a building permit. 3. Permit Fees. The permit fee for each swimming pool shall be in accordance with 156.08 Residential Building Code adopted Section 2 Fees – Table R108-2. The determination of the value or valuation under any of the provisions of this Building Code shall be made by the Building Official. The value to be used in computing the building permit for swimming pools shall be the cost of all building materials and the usual cost of labor whether such labor is performed by the owners or others. (Ord. 9-2023 – Nov. 23 Supp.) 4. Construction. Plans and specifications concerning a swimming pool shall be submitted to the building department and such pool shall be designed and constructed in accordance with generally accepted standards and practices, as outlined in the latest edition of Recommended Practice for Design, Equipment and Operation of Swimming Pools and Other Public Bathing Places, of the American Public Health Association. 5. Fencing Requirements. A. Every person in possession of land upon which is situated a swimming pool shall, at all times, maintain on the lot or premises upon which such pool is located and completely surrounding such pool, lot or premises, a fence or other structure six (6) feet in height with no openings therein, other than doors or gates, larger than six (6) inches in any dimension; provided, however, if a picket or similar fence is erected or maintained the horizontal dimension of the openings, other than the gates or doors, shall not exceed four (4) inches. (Ord. 6-2014 – Dec. 14 Supp.) B. All gates or doors opening through such enclosure shall be equipped with self-closing and self-latching devices designed to keep, and capable of keeping, such gate or door securely closed and latched at all times when not in actual use. Such self-latching device shall be located not less than four (4) feet above the underlying ground surface or otherwise made inaccessible Page 28 of 48  from the outside to small children. Where a wall of a dwelling or structure serves as part of the barrier and where doors or windows provide direct access to the pool or spa through that wall, one of the following shall be required: (1) An alarm that produces an audible warning when the window, door or their screens are opened. The alarm shall be listed and labeled as a water hazard entrance alarm in accordance with UL 2017. The operable parts of the alarm deactivation switches shall be located not greater than 54 inches (1372 mm) and not less than four (4) feet above the finished floor or underlying ground surface. (2) A safety cover that is listed and labeled in accordance with ASTM F 1346 is installed for the pools and spas. (3) An approved means of protection, such as self-closing doors with self-latching device located not less than four (4) feet above the finished floor or underlying ground, is provided. Such means of protection shall provide a degree of protection that is not less than the protection afforded by item 1 or 2. (Subsection B – Ord. 2-2019 – Jun. 19 Supp.) C. All fencing must be in place with gates when the pool is filled with water. 6. Location. The location of swimming pools shall be governed by the Zoning Ordinance. 156.12 DEMOLITIONS, MOVING BUILDINGS OR STRUCTURES, AND USE OR OCCUPANCY OF THE PUBLIC STREETS FOR CONSTRUCTION OR DEMOLITION. 1. Permits Required. It is unlawful for any person to: A. Demolish a building or structure, or portion thereof; B. Move a building or structure from one location to another across private or public property; C. Use or occupy the streets or public property for the purpose of erecting, constructing, enlarging, altering, repairing or remodeling a building or structure, or storing or using materials, machinery or equipment in relation thereto, or engaging in construction, demolition or related operations on adjacent streets or public property; within the City, unless such person shall have obtained a permit therefor from the building services division in compliance with the provisions of this section and of this chapter. For purposes of this section, “building” includes any structure used or intended for supporting or sheltering any use or occupancy including all public or Page 29 of 48 private garages, barns, sheds, residential, commercial, educational, institutional or industrial uses and any accessories thereto. Nothing herein shall relieve any person obtaining a permit from compliance with all other applicable regulations and ordinances of the City. 2. Application for Permit. A. Application. To obtain a permit, the applicant shall first file an application therefor in writing on a form furnished by the building services division. Every such application shall: (1) Identify and describe the work to be covered by the permit for which application is made. (2) Describe the land on which the proposed work is to be done by legal description, street address or similar description that will readily identify and definitely locate the proposed work. (3) Indicate the use or occupancy for which the proposed work is intended. (4) Be accompanied by plans, diagrams, computations and specifications and other data as required in paragraph B of this subsection. (5) Be signed by permittee or the permittee’s authorized agent, who may be required to submit evidence to indicate such authority. (6) Be accompanied by proof of insurance as required by this section for the type of permit desired. (7) Include the applicant’s agreement to indemnify and hold the City harmless from any damage to public property and fully to protect any and all work, space, materials or equipment in connection with any use of public property. (8) Give such other data and information as may be required by the Building Official. B. Plans and Specifications. Plans, engineering calculations, diagrams and other data shall be submitted in one or more sets with each application for a permit. The Building Official may require plans, computations, diagrams and specifications to be prepared and designed by an architect or engineer licensed by the State to practice as such. Exception: The Building Official may waive the submission of plans, calculations, etc., if the Building Official finds that the nature of the work applied for is such that reviewing of plans is not necessary to obtain compliance with this section. C. Information On Plans and Specifications. Plans, specifications and diagrams shall be drawn to scale upon substantial paper or cloth and shall be Page 30 of 48  of sufficient clarity to indicate the location, nature and extent of the work proposed and show in detail that it will conform to the provisions of this section and all relevant laws, ordinances, rules and regulations. 3. Permit Issuance and Expiration. A. The application, proof of insurance, plans, specifications, diagrams and other data filed by an applicant for permit shall be reviewed by the Building Official. Such plans shall also be reviewed by other departments and divisions of the City to verify compliance with any applicable laws or requirements under their jurisdiction. If the Building Official finds that the work described in an application for a permit and the plans, specifications, diagrams and other data filed therewith conform to the requirements of this chapter and other pertinent laws and ordinances, that the required insurance has been arranged and that the fees as set by resolution as approved by City Council specified in Table 2-C of this section have been paid, the Building Official shall issue the permit together with any special conditions which may be attached to and made a part of the permit. Approved plans, specifications and diagrams shall not be changed, modified or altered without authorization from the Building Official, and all work shall be done in accordance with the approved plans, specifications and diagrams. B. The issuance or granting of a permit shall not be construed to be a permit for, or an approval of, any violation of any of the provisions of this section or of this chapter. No permit presuming to give authority to violate or cancel any provisions of this section or Building Code shall be valid, except insofar as the work or use which it authorized is lawful. C. Every permit issued by the Building Official under the provisions of this section shall expire by limitation and become null and void if the moving or demolition of the building or structure, or the use of the public property, is not accomplished during the period of time which is stated on the permit. Such work or use of public property shall cease upon expiration of the permit and shall not be recommenced until a new permit has been obtained by revising or renewing the original application and by payment of a new fee. Every moving permit shall be valid only on the moving date or dates written on the permit. In those instances wherein the moving contractor was unable to move the building or structure on the specified moving date, the Building Official is authorized to change said moving date, provided that the moving contractor shall obtain the approval of other City officials in the same manner as required for the original moving permit and further provided that a fee as set by resolution of the City Council of ten dollars ($10.00) for changing the moving date has been paid to the Building Department. Every demolition permit shall expire thirty (30) days from the date of issue, unless the building or structure is part of a demolition project which, because of its complexity Page 31 of 48  or proportions, will require more time, in which instance the original permit may be issued for the approved term of the demolition schedule. Each demolition permit may be renewed for successive additional periods of thirty (30) days provided that a fee is paid for each renewal in the same amount as the original demolition permit fee. Every permit for the use of streets or public property shall expire on the last day for which the permit was issued, as described on said permit, and shall be renewed upon the payment of an additional fee to the Building Department, as provided in Table 2-C of this section. Failure to renew the permit for the use of streets or public property shall be considered as due cause for the Building Official to order all barricades or fences removed and the public property returned to public availability and use. D. No moving permit, demolition permit or permit for use of public property shall be transferable from one building, structure or building site to another building, structure or building site, or from one person to another. E. The Building Official may, in writing, suspend or revoke a permit issued under the provisions of this section whenever the permit is issued in error, on the basis of incorrect information supplied, failure to comply with permit conditions, or in violation of any ordinance. 4. Fees. A fee for each moving permit, demolition permit, or permit for the use of streets or public property, shall be paid to the Building Official as set by resolution and approved by City Councilforth in Table 2-C of this section; provided that where the moving of a building, the demolition of a building or the use of public property for which a permit is required by this section is started prior to obtaining said permit, the fees above specified shall be doubled, but the payment of such double fee shall not relieve any person from fully complying with the requirements of this section and this chapter in the execution of the work or from other fees or penalties. Page 32 of 48  TABLE 2-C PERMIT FEES Part (A) – Moving Permit Fees: Item Fee Building inspection fee (for application, prior to moving building), per hour, with a minimum charge of one-half $15.00 (½) hour Moving permit fee (each garage, barn or shed; each day and fraction thereof public property is occupied) $15.00 Moving permit fee (other buildings; each day and fraction thereof public property is occupied) $30.00 Part (B) – Building–Demolition Permit Fees: Item Fee Inspection fee (for application, prior to demolishing building), per hour, with a minimum charge of one-half $15.00 (½) hour One- or Two-Family Dwellings: Each one- or two-family dwelling $25.00 Buildings Other Than One- or Two-Family Dwellings: Each story with less than one thousand (1,000) square feet of floor area $25.00 Each story with one thousand (1,000) square feet of floor $30.00 area Each story with more than three thousand (3,000) square feet of floor area $35.00 Note: A basement or cellar in a building other than a one- or two- family dwelling shall be counted as a story. Exception: The Building Official may waive the demolition fee to a home owner for an unsalvageable, worn-out building located on the premises on which said owner resides, provided that the floor area of the building is less than seven hundred twenty (720) square feet. Page 33 of 48 Part I – Fees For–Permit For Use of Street or Public Property: Item Fee Fee for permit to barricade a public sidewalk or other public property normally used by the public, when such space is needed and used for the erection, repair, storage or demolition of a building, and for which no other rental or meter fee is assessed: For each square foot of barricaded area for each day and fraction thereof $0.05 Minimum fee for each permit for use of street or public $5.00 property Part (D) – Fees For–Escort Service: Item Fee Per person and car, per ten-hour day or prorated fraction $80.00 thereof 5. Special Provisions. A. A building or structure being moved shall follow the route prescribed on the permit by the City Engineer. The mover shall coordinate the route with the utility companies. A police escort shall be required during any move within the corporate limits of the City utilizing public streets or alleys or when, in the opinion of the Chief of Police, such escort is necessary to protect the general welfare. The Chief of Police shall determine the required number of personnel and vehicles for escort service. The permit applicant shall pay all costs for the trimming of trees and replacement of natural obstructions or official signs and signals or other public or private property required to be removed during the movement of a vehicle and load. B. No building or structure shall be relocated or moved if the building or structure is so constructed or in such condition as to be dangerous or unsafe or if it is infested with pests, is unfit for human habitation or if it is so deteriorated, dilapidated or defective that relocation would or could create a safety or health hazard, or cause a blighted condition in the new neighborhood. C. All buildings or structures when relocated from outside of the City into the City shall comply with all ordinances and regulations applicable to new buildings or structures, including, but not limited to, building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire, health and zoning regulations. Page 34 of 48 D. All residential buildings or structures relocated within the City shall comply with the Uniform Code for Building Conservation and with this Building Code. All nonresidential buildings or structures relocated within the City shall comply with all ordinances and regulations applicable to new buildings or structures, including, but not limited to, building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire, health and zoning regulations. All moved buildings or structures shall be completely enclosed within thirty (30) days after said building or structure is placed on its new site. All required changes, improvements and modifications shall be completed and the building or structure made ready for occupancy or use within one hundred twenty (120) days from the time the building permit is issued. E. All pieces, parts, scraps, debris, rubbish and organic material from a building, structure, or portion of a building in the process of being moved or demolished shall be cleaned up and removed from the premises at least once weekly except for streets and public property, which shall be cleaned daily unless otherwise specified on the permit. Final cleanup after the building or structure is moved or demolished shall include the thorough removal of all wood, debris and organic materials, filling of excavations, cisterns and other depressions with acceptable rubble or earthen fill, and spreading a tillable layer of topsoil over the entire lot to a uniform natural grade consistent with the established adjacent grades. When directed by the Building Official, water shall be used to minimize dust when demolishing structures or under any dust producing conditions. As ordered by the Building Official, buildings shall be washed down frequently to keep dust at a minimum. When an interior wall is exposed, said wall shall be provided with a weather resistive barrier as required in this chapter. No such wall shall be exposed to the weather without the written approval of the Building Official. F. When a moving or demolition project has been abandoned or is found to be unsafe, the Building Official may order the unsafe conditions corrected, the building boarded up and the premises barricaded. Upon failure of the owner or the owner’s agent to comply with the order of the Building Official within seven (7) days, the Building Official, after notice and opportunity for hearing, may cause said building or structure to be Page 35 of 48  demolished, the premises cleaned and suitable drainage grades established. The cost of such demolition, cleaning and grading shall be assessed to the property as provided by law. G. The power in all electric service lines shall be shut off and all such lines cut or disconnected at or outside the moving or demolition area before work is started on the site. Prior to the disconnection of such lines, the contractor or property owner shall notify the utility company and the Building Official and shall obtain approval in compliance with applicable codes and requirements. Exception: If it is necessary to maintain electrical service during the process of moving or demolition, such service shall be temporarily relocated or protected with substantial covering to the satisfaction of the electric service company and the Building Official and said relocation shall be in conformance with applicable codes and requirements. All gas, water, sewer and other service lines shall be shut off and capped or otherwise controlled at or outside of the moving or demolition area or curb line before moving or demolition work is commenced. In each case, the service company and the Building Official shall be notified in advance and approval obtained by the contractor or property owner in compliance with applicable codes and requirements. Exception: If it is necessary to maintain any water or other lines during the moving or demolition process, such lines shall be temporarily relocated or protected with substantial covering to the satisfaction of the utility companies and Building Official and in conformance with applicable codes and requirements. 6. Insurance. A. Before any permit under this section may be issued, the applicant shall arrange for insurance required by this section. B. The contractor shall not commence work under this section until the contractor has obtained all insurance required under this subsection. The contractor shall not allow any subcontractor to commence work on the contractor’s subcontract until all similar insurance required for the subcontractor has been so obtained and approved. The contractor, or subcontractors, shall maintain all such insurance during the life of the project at no expense to the City and shall comply with any and all special requirements of coverage in any such insurance policy. The insurance shall be provided by a reliable insurance company licensed to do business Page 36 of 48 in Iowa in such limits as is acceptable to the Building Official. Certificates of insurance, together with duplicates of the policies, fully executed by officers of the insurance company written or countersigned by an authorized Iowa agent, shall be filed with the Building Official for approval. Said policies shall be maintained during the period of the permit and provide that they may not be canceled, permitted to expire, or materially changed without ten (10) days’ written notice in advance to the City. C. The contractor shall purchase and maintain comprehensive public liability insurance insuring the contractor and subcontractors, and defending and indemnifying the City, its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents, including their employees, representative agents and sub-consultants, as additional insured or otherwise, from bodily injury and property damage claims, demands, actions or causes of action arising out of or resulting directly or indirectly from any occurrence in connection with the action or work for which the permit is to be issued. In no event shall limits less than $500,000 per person, $1,000,000 per accident, and $300,000 property damage be required. D. Insurance covering special hazards, as determined by the Building Official, shall be covered by rider or riders in the comprehensive public liability insurance policy or policies required to be furnished by the contractor, or by separate policies or insurance in the amounts as defined in the special conditions of the contract. E. The contractor shall purchase and maintain motor vehicle liability insurance in amounts not less than two hundred fifty thousand dollars ($250,000.00) per person, five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000.00) per accident, and property damage liability insurance in amounts not less than one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000.00), covering each motor vehicle engaged in operations covered by the permit. F. The contractor shall require subcontractors, if any, not protected under the contractor’s insurance policies to take out and maintain insurance of the same nature and in the same amounts as required of the contractor for comprehensive liability and property damage, including but not limited to motor vehicle insurance on all motor vehicles operated by the subcontractor. Page 37 of 48  G. The Building Official may modify the insurance requirements for demolition of buildings if the owner of a one- or two-family dwelling shall do all the work involved in said demolition; provided a public liability insurance policy in a gross amount of two hundred fifty thousand dollars ($250,000.00) for any occurrence is provided in such form as is acceptable to the Building Official. 7. Violations. It is unlawful for any person to move or demolish any building or structure, or use streets or public property during the operations of erecting, constructing, enlarging, altering, repairing, remodeling, or demolishing of a building or structure, within the City or cause the same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of the provisions of this section or of this chapter. Page 38 of 48 The proposed amendment to the Building Code adopts language that when the state updates the Interna onal Building Code and the Interna onal Residen al Code as adopted by the Interna onal Code Council. The Building Code Commission has adopted the Electrical Code, Mechanical Code and Plumbing Code in a similar manner. Fees. Fees shall be set by resolu on instead of ordinance. Page 39 of 48 International Building Code TABLE NO. 109-2 2024 2026 2025 2026 2024 BUILDING PERMIT FEES Proposed Current Dubuque Nevada Indianola Dewitt Waukee 1. Permit Issuance Fee for each permit $ 30 $ 20 $150 2. Valuation Fee Schedule (in addition to Permit Issuance Fee) plus .25/sq $1.00 to $500 $ 30 $ 20 50 40 50 15 $501 to $2,000 $ 30 $ 20 50 40 15 for the first $500, plus $2.00 for each additional $100 or fraction thereof, to and including $2,000. $ 2 $ 2 1 1.75 9.45 2 $2,001 to $25,000 $ 60 $ 50 89 50 45 for the first $2,000, plus $10.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $25,000 $ 10 $ 10 10 9 8 $25,001 to $50,000 $ 300 $ 280 328 276 270 229 for the first $25,000, plus $8.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $50,000. $ 7 $ 7 7 8 6.8 7 $50,001 to $100,000 $ 500 $ 480 520 457 440 404 for the first $50,000, plus $5.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000. $ 5 $ 5 6 6.25 4.7 5 $100,001 to $500,000 $ 730 $ 730 847 738 675 654 for the first $100,000.00, plus $40.00 for each additional $10,000.00 or fraction thereof to and including $500,000. $ 40 $ 40 48 5.25 3.65 3 $500,001 and above $ 2,330 $ 2,330 2771 2703 2140 2175 for the first $500,000.00, plus $30.00 for each additional $10,000.00 or fraction thereof. $ 40 $ 30 40 4 3.15 2.5 1 Page 40 of 48 Other Inspections and Fees 1. Plan review fees when a plan is required by Section 302(b) of the code, per hour of review time $ 110 100* 60 (Minimum of one-hour charge and charged in half-hour increments beyond the first hour) 2. Inspections outside of normal business hours per hour $ 110 100* 35 (Minimum charge of two hours) 3. Reinspection fee assessed under provisions of Section 305(g), each $ 110 100* 40 100 100 4. Inspections for which no fee is specifically indicated per hour $ 110 100* 40 (Minimum charge of one-half hour) 5. Additional plan review fees required by changes, additions or revisions to approved plans, $ 110 100* 40 per hour. (Minimum charge of one-half hour) 6. Inspections upon less than 24-hour advance $ 165 150* notice, in addition to any other inspection fee(s) which may apply * Or the total hourly cost to the jurisdiction, whichever is the greatest. This cost shall include outside plan review expense, supervision, overhead, equipment, hourly wages and fringe benefits of the employees involved. Residential Building Code 2 Page 41 of 48  TABLE NO. R108-2 2024 BUILDING PERMIT FEES Proposed Current 1. Permit Issuance Fee for each permit $ 30 $ 20 $75 plus 2. Valuation Fee Schedule (in addition to Permit Issuance Fee) .25 per square foot of usable space $1.00 to $500 $ 30 $ 20 40 50 15 $501 to $2,000 $ 30 $ 20 40 15 for the first $500, plus $2.00 for each additional $100 or fraction thereof, to and including $2,000. $ 2 $ 2 1.75 9.45 2 $2,001 to $30,000 $ 60 $ 50 50 45 for the first $2,000, plus $10.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $25,000 $ 10 $ 10 9 8 $30,001 to $50,000 $ 300 $ 280 276 270 229 for the first $25,000, plus $8.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000. $ 7 $ 7 8 6.8 7 $50,001 to $100,000 $ 500 $ 480 457 440 404 for the first $50,000, plus $5.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000. $ 5 $ 5 6.25 4.7 5 $100,001 to $500,000 $ 730 $ 730 738 675 654 for the first $100,000.00, plus $40.00 for each additional $10,000.00 or fraction thereof to and including $500,000. $ 40 $ 40 5.25 3.65 3 $500,001 and above $ 2,330 $ 2,330 2703 2140 2175 for the first $500,000.00, plus $30.00 for each additional $10,000.00 or fraction thereof. $ 40 $ 30 4 3.15 2.5 Other Inspections and Fees 1. Plan review fees when a plan is required by Section 302(b) of the code, per hour of review time $ 110 100* 60 (Minimum of one-hour charge and charged 3 Page 42 of 48 in half-hour increments beyond the first hour) 2. Inspections outside of normal business hours per hour $ 110 100* 35 (Minimum charge of two hours) 3. Reinspection fee assessed under provisions of Section 305(g), each $ 110 100* 40 100 100 4. Inspections for which no fee is specifically indicated per hour $ 110 100* 40 (Minimum charge of one-half hour) 5. Additional plan review fees required by changes, additions or revisions to approved plans, $ 110 100* 40 per hour. (Minimum charge of one-half hour) 6. Inspections upon less than 24-hour advance $ 165 150* notice, in addition to any other inspection fee(s) which may apply * Or the total hourly cost to the jurisdiction, whichever is the greatest. This cost shall include outside plan review expense, supervision, overhead, equipment, hourly wages and fringe benefits of the employees involved. 4 Page 43 of 48 TABLE 3-A. Recommendation to change fees to be set by resolution as follows "All permits and fees pertaining to the Building Code shall be set by the Council ELECTRICAL PERMIT FEES 2026 2025 2026 2024 Permit issuance: Proposed Current Dubuque Nevada Indianola Dewitt Waukee 1. For the issuance of each permit $ 30.00 $ 20.00 35 None? Based 75 2. For issuing each supplemental permit $ 25.00 $ 5.00 residential on Value Minimum fee schedule: $150 Minimum permit fee (in addition to permit commercial issuance fee) $ 25.00 $ 7.50 System fee schedule: New residential buildings, excluding hotels and motels. The following fees shall include all wiring and electrical equipment in or on each building, or other electrical equipment on the same premises constructed at the same time: For new residential buildings (including apartments and condominiums) not including the area of garages, carports, and other noncommercial automobile storage areas $2 constructed at the same time, per square foot $ 0.07 $ 0.05 per circuit For uninhabitable areas such as unfurnished basements, garages, carports and other types of residential occupancies and alterations, additions and modifications to existing residential buildings, use the unit fee schedule. Private swimming pools: For new private, residential, in-ground swimming pools for single-family, multifamily occupancies including a complete set of necessary branch circuit wiring, bonding, grounding, underwater lighting, water pumping and other similar electrical equipment directly related to the operation of a swimming pool, each $ 35.00 $ 29.00 Temporary power service: For a temporary service power pole or pedestal including Page 44 of 48 all pole or pedestal-mounted receptacle outlets and appurtenances, each $ 25.00 $ 17.00 For a temporary distribution system and temporary lighting and receptacle outlets for construction sites, decorative light, Christmas tree sales lots, fireworks stands, etc., each $ 25.00 $ 17.00 Unit fee schedule: Receptacle, switch and lighting outlets. For receptacle, switch, lighting or other outlets at which current is used or controlled, except services, feeders and meters: First 20, each $ 0.60 $ 0.60 Additional outlets, each $ 0.25 $ 0.25 Note: For multi-outlet assemblies, each 5 feet or fraction thereof may be considered as one outlet. Lighting fixtures: For lighting fixtures, sockets or other lamp holding devices: First 20, each $ 0.60 $ 0.60 Additional fixtures, each $ 0.25 $ 0.25 For pole or platform-mounted lighting fixtures, each $ 1.15 $ 1.15 For theatrical-type lighting fixtures or assemblies, each $ 1.15 $ 1.15 Residential appliances: For fixed residential appliances or receptacle outlets for same, including wall-mounted electric ovens; counter-mounted cooking tops; electric ranges, self-contained room, console, or through-wall air conditioners; space heaters; food waste grinders; dishwashers; washing machines; water heaters; clothes dryers; or other motor-operated appliances not exceeding one horse-power (HP) in rating, each $ 6.00 $ 6.00 Note: For other types of air conditioners and other motor-driven appliances having larger electrical ratings, see “power apparatus.” Power apparatus: Page 45 of 48 For motors, generators, transformers, rectifiers, synchronous converters, capacitors, industrial heating, air conditioners and heat pumps, cooking or baking equipment and other apparatus, as follows: Rating in horsepower (HP), kilowatts (KW), kilovolt-amperes (KVA), or kilovolt-amperes-reactive (KVAR): Up to and including 1, each $ 6.00 $ 6.00 Over 1 and not over 10, each $ 7.00 $ 7.00 Over 10 and not over 20, each $ 9.00 $ 9.00 Over 20 and not over 30, each $ 12.00 $ 12.00 Over 30, each $ 12.00 + 0.25/hp Notes: 1. For equipment or appliances having more than one motor, transformer, heater, etc., the sum of the combined ratings may be used. 2. These fees include all switches, circuit breakers, contractors, thermostats, relays and other directly related control equipment. Busways: For trolley and plug-in-type busways, each 100 feet or fraction thereof $ 0.60 $ 0.60 Note: An additional fee will be required for lighting mixtures, motors and other appliances that are connected to trolley and plug-in-type busways. No fee is required for portable tools. Signs, outline lighting and marquees: Neon signs, First transformer or sign over 2 sockets $ 7.50 $ 7.50 Each additional transformer or ballast $ 4.60 $ 4.60 Gasoline sales equipment: Each gasoline pump or dispenser $ 7.50 $ 7.50 Services and/or subparcels: 0 to 100 AMPS $ 12.00 $ 9.00 Over 100 to 400 AMPS $ 17.00 $ 14.00 Over 400 to 600 AMPS $ 24.00 $ 21.00 Page 46 of 48 Over 600 to 1,000 AMPS $ 29.00 $ 28.00 For services over 600 volts or over 1,000 amperes in rating, each $ 50.00 $ 43.00 Miscellaneous apparatus, conduits and conductors: For electrical apparatus, conduits and conductors for which a permit is required but for which no fee is herein set forth $ 35.00 $ 17.00 Note: This fee is not applicable when a fee is paid for one or more services, outlets, fixtures, appliances, power apparatus, busways, signs or other equipment. Construction Plan review fee $ 60.00 Miscellaneous fees not covered elsewhere. As set per Table 108-2 Page 47 of 48 all be set by the Council by separate resolutions or Council approved policies." Page 48 of 48