Attend the Dec. 19 Board of Review public hearing virtually or in-person

Boulder County, Colo. - Boulder County is in the process of updating its building code and related amendments from the 2015 to 2021 I-Codes. We invite you to attend the Board of Review public hearing on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024 at 3 p.m., where Ron Flax, Deputy Director/Chief Building Official, will discuss with the Board of Review the proposed items to be considered for inclusion into the amendments to the 2021 International Codes.

Ron Flax will ask for input and feedback from the board members and members of the public and will ask for a motion to take to the Board of County Commissioners. 

What: Boulder County Board of Review Public Hearing
When: 3 p.m., Thursday Dec. 19, 2024
Where: In-person at Community Planning & Permitting Department, 2045 13th Street, Boulder CO, 80302, or join online. View information on how to join the meeting virtually, or the agenda and information packet for Dec. 19.

The initial draft of the code update is available for review:

• Building Code update draft presented to Board of Review, Nov. 7, 2024

The county aims to adopt the updated building codes in early 2025, and we value the input of our licensed professionals throughout this process. We encourage you to share any questions or comments you may have throughout this process during meetings or direct them to buildingcodeupdate@bouldercounty.gov at any time.

As a reminder, the Boulder County Building Code Amendments apply in the unincorporated areas of Boulder County, not in incorporated cities or towns like Boulder or Louisville.

We look forward to your participation and input as we work together to ensure the county’s building standards meet the highest standards. 

Background

Boulder County staff have started the process of updating the building code and related amendments from the 2015 to 2021 I-Codes. The county aims to adopt the updated building codes in early 2025.

The goals of the update include:

• Update Building Code to the 2021 Versions and Coordinate Boulder County with:
  • The International Code Council (ICC)
  • The Metropolitan Regional Building Policy Code Cohort & Colorado Energy
    Code Compliance Collaborative.
  • The Colorado Model Electric and Solar Ready Code (HB22- 1362)
• Continued leadership with regards to energy efficiency in buildings.
• Provide "Best in Public Service" with regards to building safety and affordability.
• Add clarity and formality to existing policies.
• Protect Boulder County's excellent Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule Rating.
• Simplify and shorten the Boulder County Code Amendments.

View the Boulder County Building Code Amendments page for more information.

Boulder County wants to ensure that everyone has equal access to our programs, activities, and services. To request an Americans with Disability Act (ADA) accommodation, please email ada@bouldercounty.gov, or call 303-441-1386. If you need help in another language, please email cppfrontdesk@bouldercounty.gov or call 303-441-3930.