Lake County, IL
File #: 23-0785    Version: 1 Name: Ordinance adopting amendments to the 2018 ICC Building Codes.
Type: ordinance Status: Passed
File created: 5/22/2023 In control: Planning, Building, Zoning and Environment Committee
On agenda: Final action: 6/13/2023
Title: Ordinance adopting amendments to the 2018 ICC Building Codes.
Attachments: 1. Final Draft of ordinance

Title

Ordinance adopting amendments to the 2018 ICC Building Codes.

 

Staff Summary

                     The proposed amendments reflect the following significant changes to the 2018 International Building Codes:

o                     Fire suppression systems shall now be required for new one- and two-family dwellings built in unincorporated Lake County.

o                     Fire suppression requirements for new commercial buildings will align more closely with current Fire Department ordinances.

o                     Electric vehicle accommodations will be required for new commercial and residential buildings.

                     If passed, the new code and amendments will become effective 7/17/2023.

                     Projects in process prior to the effective date will be reviewed under the codes in effect at the time of submission.