STATE OF FLORIDA
”Dedicated to making Florida a better place to call home”
Governor
FLORIDA BUILDING COMMISSION
PLENARY SESSION MINUTES
May 2 & 3, 2006
PENDING APPROVAL
The meeting of the Florida Building Commission was called to order by Chairman Raul Rodriguez at 8:30 p.m., on Tuesday, May 2, 2006, at the Sheraton Safari Hotel, Lake Buena Vista , Florida .
Raul L. Rodriguez, AIA, Chairman
Nicholas “Nick” D'Andrea , Vice Chairman
Richard Browdy
Peter Tagliarini
Gary Griffin
Christ Sanidas
James Goodloe
George Wiggins
Herminio Gonzalez
Hamid Bahadori
Michael McCombs
Randall J. Vann
Chris Schulte
Nanette Dean
William Norkunas
Stephen Corn
Dale Greiner
Jeffrey Gross
Paul D. Kidwell
Do Y. Kim
Joseph “Ed” Carson
Jon Hamrick
Steven C. Bassett
Craig Parrino, Adjunct Member
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT:
OTHERS PRESENT:
Rick Dixon, Executive Director
Ila Jones, DCA Prog. Administrator
Jim Richmond, Legal Advisor
David Littlejohn, Legal Advisor
Jeff Blair, FCRC
Mo Madani, Technical Services Manager
TUES DAY, MAY 2, 2006
WELCOME
Chairman Rodriguez welcomed the Commission and gallery to the first day of the May 2006 plenary session of the Florida Building Commission. He encouraged anyone who wished to speak on issues to be concise and sign the attendance sheet.
REVIEW AND APPROVE AGENDA
Mr. Blair conducted a review of the meeting agenda as presented in each Commissioner's files.
Commissioner Wiggins moved approval of the meeting agenda as presented. Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
REVIEW AND APPROVE MARCH 21 & 22 MEETING MINUTES AND FACILITATOR'S REPORT
Chairman Rodriguez opened for corrections or changes to the minutes of the March 21 & 22, 2006 Commission meeting.
Commissioner Griffin moved approval of the meeting minutes as presented. Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
REPORT ON PANHANDLE WIND BORNE DEBRIS STUDY (DR. LARRY TWISDALE, ARA, AND DR. KURT GURLEY, THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA )
Chairman Rodriguez stated the 2005 Florida Legislature debated whether to revise the windborne debris region in the Florida panhandle. He continued stating there has been consensus on conducting a study for the area in terms of terrain and windspeeds. Chairman Rodriguez then stated the Commission voted unanimously to contract for a study to be conducted with funding being approved during the February meeting in 2006. He continued stating Mr. Richmond recently reported Senate Bill 1774 passed in the Senate then stated when the bill passes through the House, the panhandle exemption from windborne debris region will be removed from law with the Commission being authorized to then designate the windborne debris regions based on ARA modeling.
Chairman Rodriguez further stated it has been decided there will be a special one-day Commission meeting held in the panhandle region of the state to discuss the issues relating to the windborne debris designations with resulting provisions being implemented as soon as possible. He announced the special one-day Commission meeting will be convened on June 19 or 21, 2006, with a succeeding rule development workshop to be held during the July Commission meeting for the purpose of integrating the windborne debris region designation into the Code Amendment process for the Florida Building Code. Chairman Rodriguez then stated the final hearing would then be held during the August 2006 Commission meeting.
Chairman Rodriguez then directed the Commission to Dr. Twisdale for a report on the windborne debris findings to date.
Mr. Twisdale presented the report of the windborne debris criteria for the panhandle through a PowerPoint presentation. (See Wind Borne Debris Criteria for the Florida Panhandle, Applied Research Associates, Inc. )
Mr. Vickery presented a report of the results from windload testing through a PowerPoint presentation. (See Wind Borne Debris Criteria – Loads, Applied Research Associates, Inc. )
Commissioner Bassett asked if ARA would be conducting research for the effects of Hurricane Wilma.
Mr. Twisdale responded stating it would be very helpful to include the data from Hurricane Wilma, however, the data is not readily available. He continued stating there was not adequate time or money to include the data in the current study.
Commissioner Wiggins asked if there had been any research on the correlation between consistent linear setbacks in terms of staggered homes as opposed to rows for future development requirements.
Mr. Vickery responded stating every set of spacing in a development produces different results.
Tim Reinholdt, Institute of Business & Home Safety
Mr. Reinholdt stated the ring/shank nail has resolved many of the problems with roofing issues. He continued stating the research is pointing to effective resolutions without great expense.
CHAIR'S DISCUSSION ISSUES AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Chairman Rodriguez announced Commissioner Corn had submitted his resignation to the governor. He expressed regret then stated Commissioner Corn has been invited to attend the July Commission meeting in Fort Lauderdale to receive a token of appreciation for his invaluable service to the Commission.
Chairman Rodriguez then addressed the Roofing TAC issue stating the committee must meet ANSI representation requirements. He announced the members of the TAC as follows: three producer members are Chris Schulte, Chair, Billy Cohen, Buck Buchanan; three consumer members are Karen Worsecht, Jeff Burton, Jimmy Buchner; and five general interest members are Mark Zehnal, Morris Schult, Jon Hamrick, Doug Murdock, and Nan Dean. Chairman Rodriguez extended appreciation to the members of the TAC and to those individuals who expressed interest in participating.
Chairman Rodriguez then announced additional TAC appointments. He stated in lieu of Commissioner Corn's resignation, Commissioner Greiner has agreed to serve as the Energy TAC chair. Chairman Rodriguez continued stating Commissioner Greiner's chair position on the Plumbing TAC would be filled by Commissioner Vann. He then stated additional positions on the Plumbing TAC would need to be filled following the governor's appointment to Commissioner Corn's seat on the Commission. Chairman Rodriguez further stated John O'Connor has been appointed to the Code Administration TAC replacing Commissioner Murdock. He then extended appreciation to all participants on the TAC's.
Chairman Rodriguez addressed the temporary building foundation issue stating the Commission has been conducting conference calls to obtain updates on Legislative activity. He expressed appreciation on behalf of the Commission to the governor and the governor's office for their continued support of the Commission and its process.
Chairman Rodriguez announced dates for work group meetings as follows: Hurricane Research Advisory Committee, July 11, 2006; Product Approval Validation Workgroup, May 3 & 4, 2006, and June 1, 2006, in Tampa; Termite Work Group, May 18, 2006, in Tampa; Energy Code Transition Study Work Group, June 22, 2006, in Cocoa Beach; Window Inspections Labels Work Group, May 31, 2006, in Tampa; and Code Amendment Process Review Work Group, Phase 2, July 10, 2006.
REVIEW AND UPDATE OF COMMISSION WORKPLAN
Mr. Dixon conducted a review of the updated Commission work plan. He referenced the proposed schedules for the Commission meetings in 2007 and 2008 requesting the Commissioners review the meeting dates for schedule conflicts. (See May 2006 Workplan )
Commissioner Greiner moved approval of the updated work plan with the exception of Item # 12. Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
SUPPLEMENTAL HEARING ON RULE 9B-1, MANUFACTURED BUILDINGS
Chairman Rodriguez stated during the August 2005 Commission meeting a rule adoption hearing was held to implement changes to the Manufactured Buildings Rule. He continued stating the changes are intended to clarify the programmatic procedures for the Manufactured Buildings Rule. Chairman Rodriguez further stated the changes to the rule include the following sections: Procedures; Definitions; Fees; Inspections; and Insignias.
Mr. Richmond served as hearing officer and opened the supplemental hearing on Rule 9B-1, Manufactured Buildings, as noticed in the Florida Administrative Weekly. He stated the purpose of the supplemental hearing was to allow comment on the fee schedule changes. He directed the Commission to Ms. Jones for details on the changes.
Ms. Jones stated changes were being sought relating to the Insignia Fees. She stated a reduction in Insignia Fees for sheds has been requested to change the current $7 / insignia fee to $5 / insignia; for factory-built schools the change would be from the current $20 / insignia to $15 / building; then for manufactured building the change would be from the current $55 / insignia to $50 / module, to include storage buildings more than 720 square feet.
Mr. Richmond opened for public comment. No one approached for public comment.
Commissioner Wiggins moved approval to notice a proposed change for publication reflecting the revised fee schedule. Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
CONSIDER ACCESSIBILITY WAIVER APPLICATIONS
Mr. Harding presented the requests for waiver from accessibility in the order they appeared in each Commissioner's files. He stated the Council did not meet quorum and recommendations are consensus only.
1. Florida Marines Agency Shipping Lines
4. Herrle Communications Group
Mr. Harding stated in the form of a motion the waivers were deferred at the request of the applicants. Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
2. Little Haiti Soccer Park
Mr. Harding explained the issues relating to the waiver stating the Council recommended granting the waiver.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval for the Council's recommendation. Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
6. Regions Tower
Mr. Harding explained the issues relating to the waiver stating the Council recommended granting the waiver.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval for the Council's recommendation. Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
7. Legal Services of North Florida
Mr. Harding explained the issues relating to the waiver stating the Council recommended granting the waiver since the applicant demonstrated disproportionate costs. He added the Council also requested the applicant be sensitive to the needs of the public by installing intake counters.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval for the Council's recommendation. Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
8. Greyhound Bus Terminal
Mr. Harding explained the issues relating to the waiver stating the Council recommended granting the waiver.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval for the Council's recommendation. Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
5. Seminole Community College
Mr. Harding stated the Council recommended deferring the request until the July Commission meeting.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval for the Council's recommendation. Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
3. Planet Fitness
Mr. Harding explained the issues relating to the waiver stating the Council recommended denying the waiver. He stated there had been no representation from the applicant to address the Council's concerns.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval for the Council's recommendation. Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
CONSIDER APPLICATIONS FOR PRODUCT AND ENTITY APPROVAL
Mr. Blair presented the applications for entity approvals:
Force Engineering and Testing, Inc. – Test Lab
Commissioner McCombs moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
IRT Arcon, Inc. – Test Lab
Commissioner Wiggins moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Vann entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Testing Evaluation Laboratories, Inc. – Test Lab
Commissioner McCombs moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Mr. Blair presented the POC's recommendations for product approvals:
Certification Method
Recommended for Approval
Product #'s: 239-R4; 1601-R3; 1616-R3; 1845-R1; 2019-R2; 2766-R4; 2769-R3; 2887-R1; 3758-R1; 3759-R1; 3913-R2; 4438-R3;5419-R2; 5483-R1; 5839-R2; 6289; 6290; 6475; 6481; 6520; 6521; 6522; 6523; 6524; 6525; 6529; 6531; 6535; 6536; 6540; 6542; 6573; 6574; 6577; 6580; 6582; 6585; 6588; 6589; 6592; 6593; 6614; 6617; 6623; 6627; 6629; 6633; 6635; 6642; 6658; 6661; 6662; 6664; 6665; 6666; 6668; 6670; 6672; 6676; 6677; 6678; 6679; 6680; 6681; 6682; 6683; 6684; 6688; 6689; 6690; 6691; 6694; 6697
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Recommended for Conditional Approval
1630-R1
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended conditional approval with the condition renewed NOA is approved.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
2984R-1
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended conditional approval with the condition the applicant demonstrates compliance with TAS 202 or indicate not for HVHZ.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
6351
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended conditional approval with the condition certification to verify testing of 1) water, 2) air, 3) plastics in accordance with Chapter 26 FBC for HVHZ and 4) connectors to the different substrates is performed.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
6450
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended conditional approval with the condition the applicant indicate for limits of use “No” for use within HVHZ unless complying with HVHZ testing requirements (TAS 125); for the Design Pressure remove the +105; and pressure is not certified.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
6506-R1
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended conditional approval with the condition the applicant add to Limits of Use: Use with the lock that was tested.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
6541; 6564
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended conditional approval with the applicant requesting conditional based on meeting HVHZ or not, A&A to review.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
6586
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended conditional approval with the condition the applicant changes the category to casement.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
6622
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended conditional approval with the condition the Professional Engineer validates anchor design; for polylaminate, demonstrate compliance with Ch 26, or add not for HVHZ.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Recommended for Deferral
6207; 6630
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended deferral stating the applicant should remove files that have been uploaded with copyright issues; on limits of use indicate design pressure (rating of window), not tested pressure; and the installation drawings do not indicate anchor spacing.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
6537
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended deferral stating Section 1523.6.5.2 requires clay tiles to be tested in accordance with ASTM C1167 and the NOA does indicate this test was performed; need to test to required testing standard.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Recommended for Denial
4951
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended denial stating the applicant did not comply with the requirements of Rule 9B-72; certification is missing; and there are no limits of use.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Evaluation by Engineer or Architect
Recommended for Approval
Product #'s: 3394-R1; 3741-R1; 4594-R2; 4665-R1; 4670-R1; 4733; 4803-R1; 5611-R1; 6191; 6218-R1; 6339; 6356; 6385-R1; 6554; 6567; 6569; 6570; 6587; 6590; 6607; 6612; 6613; 6618; 6619; 6628; 6637; 6639; 6641; 6644; 6659; 6686; 6692
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Recommended for Conditional Approval
4737
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended conditional approval with the condition the applicant remove elevations of doors that are not a part of this application.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
6566
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended conditional approval with the condition the applicant remove 6566.2, there is a single product.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Recommended for Deferral
Product #'s: 6316; 6318; 6320; 6359; 6364; 6508; 6511; 6513; 6515; 6596; 6602; 6647; 6696; 6700; 6701; 6702
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended deferral stating the applicant needs an independent validator.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
6572
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended deferral stating tests reports are in accordance with ASTM D5206 which is not an adopted standard in the 2004 FBC; the evaluation reports do not indicate the basis for the design pressures; the 2004 FBC Section 1404.9 requires this product be tested in accordance with ASTM D3679-01c; and the installation documents are missing for 6572.1, 6572.2, 6572.3.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Recommended for Denial
6346
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended denial stating the evaluation does not comply with building code requirement by indicating not to test on a product that has specific testing standards required; the application shows incomplete data; and the validator must be a PE.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Evaluation by Test Report
Recommended for Approval
Product #'s: 5030; 6219; 6275; 6451-R1; 6591; 6594; 6599; 6600; 6611; 6621; 6625; 6640; 6651; 6657; 6660
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Recommended for Conditional Approval
2753-R2
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended conditional approval stating the Certificate of Independence must be from a testing laboratory.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
3227-R4
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended conditional approval stating Certificate of Independence must be from a testing laboratory; and the Direct Mount product and its design pressure are not supported by the test report.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
6645
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended conditional approval stating the applicant must demonstate compliance with HVHZ or indicate not for HVHZ, i.e., installation instructions don't comply; must comply with appropriate RAS standards if used in HVHZ.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.6631
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended conditional approval with the condition Miami-Dade County 's logo is removed.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Recommended for Deferral
2335-R2
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended deferral stating the application was previously deferred on March 2006 meeting; applicant requests additional time to comply with conditions of deferral: Products need to comply with TAS 107 to qualify with HVHZ. UL 997 is not an adopted standard on the 2004 FBC; UL 997 is only a listing on the UL report; UL would need to make an equivalency of standards with TAS 107 to qualify the use in HVHZ; limits of use on 2335.4 refer to a product different from the Ridglass on the application; remove standards not adopted on the 2004 FBC that are on application.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
6240; 6323; 6325
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended deferral stating the applicantion was deferred from March meeting; applicant requests additional time to comply with conditions of deferral.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Recommended for Denial
6141
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended denial stating the product was tested at a testing site not accredited; had Conditional Approval of: the installation instructions do not indicate the anchors and substrate that were complied with.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
6149
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended denial stating the product was tested at a testing site not accredited; had Conditional Approval of: The installation instructions do not indicate the anchors and substrate that were complied with.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
6143
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended denial stating the product was tested at a testing site not accredited; had Conditional Approval of: The installation instructions are illegible for 6143.1 and 6143.2; on product 6143.3 the installation instructions do not indicate the anchors and substrate.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
6145
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended denial stating the product was tested at a testing site not accredited; had Conditional Approval of: The installation instructions do not indicate the anchors and substrate; the drawings indicate pressure is above testing.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
6146
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended denial stating the product was tested at a testing site not accredited; had Conditional Approval of: The installation instructions do not indicate the anchors and substrate; the drawings indicate pressure is above testing.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Evaluation by Evaluation Entity
Recommended for Approval
6527; 6565
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Recommended for Conditional Approval
6298
Mr. Blair stated the POC recommended conditional approval stating there is no evidence on the evaluation report of testing in accordance to the standards on application; the building codes on the application need to be removed, they are not adopted by the 2004 FBC; there is no verifiable evidence of the testing or rational analysis on the evaluation report.
CONSIDER LEGAL ISSUES AND PETITIONS FOR DECLARATORY STATEMENT:
Second Hearings:
Mr. Littlejohn presented the findings for the declaratory statements as they appeared in each Commissioner's files.
DCA05-DEC-219 by Dr. Humayoun Farooq, PE, Al-Farooq Corporation
Mr. Littlejohn presented the issues and responses relating to the petition for declaratory statement. (See Case #: DCA05-DEC-219 Attachment.)
Commissioner Wiggins moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the motion.
Jaime Gascon, Miami-Dade Office of Code Compliance
Mr. Gascon noted there was a filed comment while the declaratory statement was under its first hearing. He stated Dr. Humayoun encouraged the Commission to note the life safety issues contained in Item 3 of the statement. Mr. Gascon expressed support for the comments included with the statement and encouraged the Commission to vote carefully.
Dick Wilheim, Fenestration Manufacturers Association
Mr. Wilheim expressed appreciation on behalf of his organization for staff's great work in answering the questions contained in the declaratory statement.
Chairman Rodriguez called for a vote on the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
DCA06-DEC-014 by Kevin McGrath, P.E. for Four Seasons Solar Products, LLC
Mr. Littlejohn presented the issues and responses relating to the petition for declaratory statement. (See Case #: DCA06-DEC-014 Attachment.)
Commissioner Wiggins moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner McCombs entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
DCA06-DEC-067 by Joseph Hetzel, P.E., DASMA
Mr. Littlejohn presented the issues and responses relating to the petition for declaratory statement. (See Case #: DCA06-DEC-067 Attachment.)
Commissioner Carson moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
DCA06-DEC-068 by Jack Glenn,CBO for Florida Home Builders Association
Mr. Littlejohn presented the issues and responses relating to the petition for declaratory statement. (See Case #: DCA06-DEC-068 Attachment.)
Commissioner Browdy moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
DCA06-DEC-072 by Diego Rivera for Diritec Corporation
Mr. Littlejohn presented the issues and responses relating to the petition for declaratory statement. (See Case #: DCA06-DEC-072 Attachment.)
Commissioner Wiggins moved approval of the POC's recommendation. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
First Hearing-
DCA06-DEC-092 by Dennis Fischer, Building Official, City of Edgewater
Mr. Littlejohn stated the petition had been deferred to the decision of the local building official.
No Commission action required.
DCA06-DEC-094 by James V. Miller, President, QMI Security Solutions
Mr. Littlejohn stated the petition had been tabled by the POC for consideration in July.
No Commissioner action required.
UPDATE ON 2006 LEGISLATIVE SESSION
Mr. Richmond provided an update on Legislative activities stating the Senate had passed the bill and it is pending in the House currently. He added the bill is appearing on a special order calendar for consideration today. He stated three amendments have been filed on the bill in the House, one concerning impact fees; one pertaining to churches involved in serving the homeless or displaced in relation to the Fire Code; and the third pertaining to authorities in the Construction Industry Licensing Board as well as building officials. Mr. Richmond continued stating it is the Commission's desire that all three amendments be passed with the bill. He further stated the issue of temporary buildings had not reappeared during session. Mr. Richmond concluded by stating the issue of emergency access or backup power for elevators had proceeded in several directions resulting in complications. He explained it was perceived by one individual to belong in Chapter 553.509 pertaining to Vertical Accessibility for persons with disabilities. Mr. Richmond stated that classification is incorrect and he is making efforts to correct the category. He added he was uncertain whether the issue would get passed during this Legislative session due to the importance of the issue. Mr. Richmond assured the Commission whenever the issue does go through for consideration it would do so in the appropriate posture.
REPORT ON CODE AMENDMENT PROCESS REVIEW WORK GROUP RECOMMENDATIONS FOR 2007 FBC UPDATE
Chairman Rodriguez stated the Code Amendment Process Review Work Group, Phase 1, met on April 19, 2006, in Tampa . He stated the work group had been tasked in the short term to make recommendations concerning the Code update schedule, and in the long term to deliver recommendations to the Commission regarding enhancements to the Annual Interim Amendment and Triennial Code Update processes. Chairman Rodriguez announced the work group has developed a consensus recommendation for the 2007 Code Update schedule. He then directed the Commission to Mr. Blair for the report and recommendations.
Mr. Blair presented the report as it appeared in each Commissioner's files. (See Code Amendment Process Review Work Group Report )
Commissioner Carson asked how long printing would take for complete Code books to be available and distributed.
Mr. Dixon replied six months from the date of approval to distribution.
Commissioner Bassett stated staff's earlier date is pending on no delays or difficulties during the process.
Chairman Rodriguez concurred stating staff is optimistic that there will be no delays.
Mr. Blair then called for public comment.
Dennis Braddy
Mr. Braddy applauded the Commission for the optimistic dates then stated April 1, 2008 may not be realistic due to the timeline of delivering printed books earlier than training has been completed. He expressed support for a final date of January 1, 2009.
Jack Glenn, President, Florida Home Builders Association
Mr. Glenn expressed concern with the availability issue stating a primary issue is completing education and the availability of Code books for training. He recommended a target date for availability of the printed Code books of January 1, 2009.
Larry Schneider, AIA
Mr. Schneider expressed support for getting the Code published as early as possible then stated the January 1, 2009 date would be preferable as the implementation date.
Mr. Blair offered clarification stating the Commission appears to be in agreement for January 1, 2007, as the amendment submittal cutoff date with the printed Code available to the public April 1, 2008. He then stated the public has indicated preference for January 1, 2009 as the implementation date with staff's recommendation for implementation being October 1, 2008.
Commissioner Greiner moved approval for the following dates: amendment submittal cutoff, January 1, 2007; availability to the public, April 1, 2008; and implementation date, January 1, 2009; with the definition of publication date meaning the date the printed Code is available to the public. Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the motion.
Commissioner Bassett offered an amendment to the motion to adopt a 2009 Florida Building Code rather than a 2007 Code.
Commissioner Greiner stated it was not possible procedurally to adopt a 2009 Code.
Chairman Rodriguez called for a vote on the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
CONSIDER COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Accessibility TAC
Commissioner Gross presented the report of the Accessibility Technical Advisory Committee. (See Accessibility TAC Minutes May 1, 2006 )
Commissioner Gross requested in the form of a motion Commission action on the following items:
FDOT Representative to Attend Accessibility TAC meeting in July
Commissioner Browdy entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Staff to Forward Hotel Comments / Suggestions for Accessibility / Charet on Pool Accessibility
Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Staff to Present to BOAF the 5 or Less Definition on Vertical Accessibility / Legal Opinion
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the motion.
Mr. Richmond requested clarification concerning legal recommendations.
Commissioner Gross responded stating in the past there have been legal opinions issued relating to the 5 or Less definition. He explained the 5 or Less Definition is currently being confused with the definition in Chapter 10 resulting in many unnecessary waivers being submitted to the Accessibility Advisory Council.
Mr. Richmond stated legal would not be authorized to render an opinion of concerning the definition because it would then be an interpretation of the provisions. He continued stating the Commission has voted to eliminate interpretive authority, thus legal would not be permitted to supplant the Commission concerning the issue.
Commissioner Gross then requested for staff to be permitted to investigate the possibility to provide opinion concerning the definition.
Chairman Rodriguez asked if the definition as well as a statement clarifying the Commission's limitations regarding the issue could be published to the building officials for clarity relating to the issue.
Commissioner Browdy offered comment stating the Council has always relied on the good faith of the petitioners in terms of requests for waiver from providing accessibility.
Commissioner Corn recommended the letter include decisions the Accessibility Advisory Council has already made on specific issues.
Commissioner Gross moved approval for staff to draft a letter to be distributed to local building officials explaining the 5 or Less Definition and the Commission's limitations in terms of interpretation relating to vertical accessibility. Commissioner Carson entered a second to the motion.
Commissioner Norkunas offered comment stating the accessibility of the Sheraton Safari Hotel is not in compliance with current law. He stated the suggestion that a request be made to a hotel whose accessibility is far below what the law requires is not acceptable. He continued stating the answer is consistent compliance with federal accessibility laws and until that is accomplished the future is far from predictable. Commissioner Norkunas then stated there could be problems if the public learns the Florida Building Commission holds its meetings in hotels that are not compliant with federal ADA requirements.
Chairman Rodriguez responded stating without policing authority the Commission will continue to point out deficiencies and to pursue venues that are accessible in which to hold the Commission meetings.
Commissioner Norkunas then countered Title 2 does not allow an entity such as the Florida Building Commission to hold meetings in areas that are not accessible.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval to accept the report from the Accessibility TAC. Commissioner Greiner entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Code Administration TAC
Commissioner D'Andrea presented the report of the Code Administration TAC. (See Code Administration TAC Meeting Minutes, May 2, 2006 )
Commissioner Browdy moved approval to accept the report of the Code Administration TAC. Commissioner Greiner entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Product Approval POC
Commissioner Carson presented the report from the Product Approval POC. (See Product Approval POC Meeting Minutes, May 2, 2006 )
Commissioner Carson requested in the form of a motion Commission action on the following items:
ARA Contract Extended an Additional Year as Administrator of the Prototype Building Program
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
ANA Contract Extended for Additional Year for Product Approval Program Administrator
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a motion to accept the report from the Product Approval POC. Commissioner Browdy entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
CONSIDER PROPOSED 2006 GLITCH AMENDMENTS TO THE 2004 FBC AND TAC RECOMMENDATIONS
Chairman Rodriguez stated during the February 2006 Commission meeting the Commission voted unanimously to consider only amendments related to hurricane provisions, glitch and standard update and correlation issues during the 2006 Annual Interim Amendment Process. He continued stating during the March 2006 Commission meeting the Commission voted unanimously to adopt the proposed Glitch Code Amendment Review Process.
Chairman Rodriguez offered a brief review of the process before directing the Commission to Mr. Blair for more detailed review. He presented the following requirements to be observed during the process:
• Only Commissioners may pull amendments from the consent agendas for individual consideration with no automatic courtesy pulls resulting from public comment.
• Amendments pulled from the No Recommendation To Approve and Does Not Meet Glitch will require discussion concerning why they are glitch modifications since the Commission voted unanimously that all amendments considered during the 2006 Annual Interim Amendment Process must meet “glitch” criteria.
• All Commissioner members should be prepared to vote in one of three ways: a) in favor of the consent agenda, TAC Recommends Approval, Meets Glitch Criteria; b) against approval of the consent agenda, Not Recommended to be Approved by TAC; and c) against approval of the consent agenda, Does Not Meet Glitch Criteria, TAC Recommended Approval.
Chairman Rodriguez stressed if a Commissioner is unable to vote as recommended, he/she must decide which amendment to pull from the consent agenda for individual consideration.
Mr. Blair conducted a review of the 2006 Glitch Amendment process. (See Consideration Process for Reviewing Proposed Amendments to the Florida Building Code )
LUNCH
Chairman Rodriguez called for an extended lunch break to reconvene the plenary session at 1:45 p.m.
CONSIDER PROPOSED 2006 GLITCH AMENDMENTS TO THE 2004 FBC AND TAC RECOMMENDATIONS BEGINNING ( continued )
Mr. Blair briefly explained how the Glitch Amendment Tracking Chart will aid the Commissioners during the process and where to find the amendments and comments. He stated the first group of proposed modifications would be found under the file entitled “Commission Charts,” folder “Code Admin,” beginning with Modification # 1561. (See Code Administration TAC FBC Tracking Chart for Glitch Amendments to the 2004 Florida Building Code .)
CONSIDER COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS ( continued ):
Education POC
Commissioner Browdy presented the report of the Education Program Oversight Committee. (See Education POC Minutes May 1, 2006 .)
Commissioner Browdy entered a standing motion to approve the following items:
50% Code – Related Course Material Necessary to Mandate Approval for Advance Course
Commissioner Corn entered a second to the motion to approve. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Accreditors May Not Approve Other Accreditors' Courses
Commissioner Corn entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Syllabus Contents Minimum Requirements
-Course Title Number
-Hours of Credit
-Provider Information
-Course Description
-Course Prerequisites
-Course Learning Objectives
-Course Time Line
-Course Outline of Instructional Materials
-Course References Sited in Outline
-Course Evaluation
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
60 Days Allowance for Providers to Update Courses to Current Code
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Approval for the following courses:
- FBC Advanced Training-The Interior Environment
-FBC Advanced: Residential Swimming Pools
-FBC Advanced: Residential Roofing - Shingles
-Building Structural – Provider The Media Factory
-Building Structural – Provider The Construction Estimating Institute
-Advanced Building Code – Provider Broward County Public Schools Industry Services
-Advanced Termite – Provider Contractor's School
-FRSA/TRI Concrete and Clay Roof Tile Installation – Provider FRSA Florida
-Advanced 2004 FBC /updates – Provider Zara & Associates
-Advanced Florida Building Code – Construction Services Enterprise
-Product Approval – 2 hour course – Recommended by Product Approval POC
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Commissioner Browdy requested Commission action for the courses that have been updated with the 2005 Code Supplement.
Approval of the following Updated Courses:
-Building/Structural – Provider Tom Prpich Consultants
-Building/Structural – Provider Univ. of Fla. Energy Extension
-Advanced Fla. Building Code – Provider Construction Services Enterprise
-2004 FBC Advanced Building Structural – Provider Construction Profsnal Training, Inc.
-Advanced Building Structural for 06 – Provider TechKnowledge -Advanced 2004 Bldg Code-Bdg/Struc – Provider Fla. Consortium of Community College
-Advanced FBC 2004 Bld/Struc Summary – Provider Versatile Industries Inc.
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Approval of the following Fact Sheets:
1. DBPR Complaints
2. Home Inspections
3. General Information on Certifications
4. Use of Licensed Design & Construction Professionals
5. Moisture Prevention
6. Water Heaters
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous.
Commissioner Browdy entered a motion to approve the report of the Education POC. Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous.
CONSIDER PROPOSED 2006 GLITCH AMENDMENTS TO THE 2004 FBC AND TAC RECOMMENDATIONS BEGINNING ( continued )
Chairman Rodriguez called for a motion to recommend approval of the proposed amendments by the Florida Building Commission, as presented by the TAC's, based on the following findings:
A. The amendment has a reasonable and substantial connection to the health, safety, and welfare of the general public;
B. the amendment does not degrade the effectiveness of the Code and either strengthens or improves the Code or provides for innovation or new technology by allowing equivalent or better products, methods, or systems of construction;
C. the Amendment does not discriminate against products, methods, or systems of construction of demonstrated capabilities;
D. the Amendment has the following fiscal impact:
1. The fiscal impact of enforcement imposed upon local government is as indicated by TAC's review;
2. the fiscal impact of compliance imposed upon property and building owners is as indicated by TAC's review; and
3. the fiscal impact of compliance imposed upon industry is as indicated by TAC's review;
E. the Amendment's benefits noted with regard to fiscal impact and efficacy outweigh the costs imposed;
F. the Amendment addresses a Florida-specific need; and
G. Commission Criteria: The amendment addresses hurricane response issues, corrects glitches, or updates standards.
Commissioner Wiggins moved approval of the standing motion as stated. Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Code Administration TAC Modifications
Building
Approved As Submitted (AS)
Modification #'s: 1561; 1241
Commissioner Wiggins seconded the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous.
No Affirmative Recommendation (NAR)
1912; 1185; 1184; 1911; 1646; 1558; 1218; 1560; 1219
Joe Belcher, JDB Code Services, Representing International Hurricane Protection Association
Mr. Belcher requested Modification # 1911 be removed from the consent agenda. He stated the modification adds an inspection for hurricane protection. He continued stating originally it fell under the framing inspection then stated the TAC agreed the inspection should be stand alone. He requested the amendment be removed from the consent agenda then add Item #9, Hurricane Protection Device Inspection.
Commissioner Gonzalez requested Modification # 1911 be removed from the consent agenda.
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the standing motion was unanimously opposed. Motion failed.
1911
Commissioner Gonzalez stated the amendment was a glitch amendment and met the requirements under hurricane response issues. He expressed support for the amendment stating hurricane protection device inspections were conducted in all the municipalities in Florida and it would be beneficial to include it in the Florida Building Code.
Commissioner D'Andrea expressed opposition to the amendment stating the Code allows for hurricane protection shutters that would be installed just before a hurricane event which could not be inspected.
Commissioner Browdy concurred stating requiring an additional inspection could be problematic when leaving the inspection at the discretion of the building official for determining what is and what is not a hurricane protection device. He stated the amendment is too broad and needs to be more specific. Commissioner Browdy then stated there are adequate means of inspections already in the Code for hurricane protection.
Commissioner Bassett added in HVHZ inspections are required for hurricane protection devices prior to the issueance of the C.O.
The standing motion was seconded. Vote to approve the motion resulted in 1 in favor; 22 opposing. Motion failed.
Residential
Approved as Submitted (AS)
1579
Commissioner Browdy seconded the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Special Occupancy TAC Modifications
Building
Approved as Submitted (AS)
1301 ; 1488 ; 1487 ; 14 98; 1498 ; 1489 ; 1490 ; 1491 ; 1492 ; 1494 ; 1495 ; 1496 ; 1499 ; 1507 ; 1501 ; 1502 ; 1503 ; 1504 ; 1506 ; 1509 ; 1510 ; 1511 ; 1512 ; 1513 ; 1514 ; 1515 ; 1516 ; 1526 ; 1518 ; 1519 ; 1520 ; 1524 ; 1527 ; 1529 ; 1530 ; 1531 ; 1532 ; 1533 ; 1534 ; 1535 ; 1536 ; 1537 ; 1302 ; 1303 ; 1304 ; 1305 ; 1306 ; 1308 ; 1315 ; 1316 ; 1318 ; 1320 ; 1321 ; 1322 ; 1312 ; 1323 ; 1433 ; 1435 ; 1436 ; 1437
Commissioner Wiggins seconded the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Approved as Modified (AM)
1500
Commissioner D'Andrea seconded the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1505
Commissioner Browdy seconded the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1508
Commissioner Wiggins seconded the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1517
Commissioner Browdy seconded the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1525
Commissioner D'Andrea seconded the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1528
Commissioner D'Andrea seconded the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1395
Commissioner D'Andrea seconded the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1474
Commissioner Corn seconded the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1629
Commissioner D'Andrea seconded the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Outside Scope of Code Change Cycle
1497 ; 1307 ; 1309 ; 1310 ; 1311 ; 1313 ; 1314 ; 1317 ; 1319 ; 1324 ; 1493 ; 1467
Commissioner Hamrick requested Modification #1314 be removed from the consent agenda.
Commissioner Wiggins seconded the standing motion to approve the consent agenda as amended. Vote to approve the motion was unanimously opposed. Motion failed.
1314
Commissioner Hamrick addressed Amendment # 1314 in the form of a motion requesting a modification be made due to the effects of costs for construction of public education facilities. He explained under the current Code, the students are being “double counted” in terms of fixture counts by using the square footage of the building rather than student occupancy. He continued by addressing the unisex toilet rooms issue stating there are single-use toilet facilities only in certain areas of schools, i.e., the principal's office or administration, pre-K through grade three classrooms, but not in assembly rooms. Commissioner Hamrick stated no unisex toilets would be placed in the assembly areas for security reasons and for the safety of the students. He requested only those two requirements be included in the amendment.
Commissioner Wiggins seconded the motion.
Commissioner Greiner offered a friendly amendment suggesting a provision be included with a note on the plumbing code that references the requirements.
Commissioner Hamrick accepted the friendly amendment.
Chairman Rodriguez called for a vote on the motion. Vote to approve the motion resulted in 14 supporting; 8 opposed. Motion failed.
Commissioner Browdy seconded the standing motion for the amendment as originally proposed. Vote to approve the motion resulted in 2 in support; 21 opposed. Motion failed.
No Affirmative Recommendation (NAR)
1402; 1468; 1630; 1434; 1284; 1362; 1539; 1921
James “Skip” Gregory, Bureau Chief, Office of Plans and Construction, Department of Health
Mr. Gregory requested Modification # 1539 be removed from the consent agenda. He stated the modification is a update to a reference Code standard. He stated it was the agency's minimum standard that is used for reference by which hospitals, nursing homes, and ambulatory surgery centers are designed and constructed in the state of Florida . Mr. Gregory stated the edition currently referenced is the 2001 edition; the proposed amendment updates that edition to the 2006 edition, which is the current edition. He continued by submitting a letter from the Guidelines Institute Committee Chairman which read as follows:
On behalf of the Health Guidelines Revision Committee, the following statement is offered to clarify the current status of the 2006 edition. The 2006 guidelines for the design and construction of healthcare facilities is being re-numbered and re-paragraphed, but the content meaning has not changed from the final manuscript for vote made available to you on November 21, 2005.
Mr. Gregory stated the referenced document is supported by many organizations as a guideline for the design and construction of healthcare facilities and all concerns expressed by DCA staff had been resolved. He referenced an email from Mr. Dixon and Mr. Richmond stating the issues had been resolved. He then requested the amendment be considered and supported by the Commission.
Commissioner Gross pulled Modification #1539 from the consent agenda.
Mr. Blair called for a second to the standing motion to approve the consent agenda as amended.
Commissioner Corn seconded the standing motion as amended. Vote to approve the motion resulted in unanimously opposed. Motion failed.
1539
Commissioner Gross stated he is involved in the design of many healthcare facilities and stressed the importance of the standard referenced in the amendment. He stated it was a glitch which initially created concerns that have since been resolved. Commissioner Gross continued stating the amendment had gained support through complete consensus and encouraged through a motion that the Commission support its approval.
Commissioner Wiggins seconded the motion to approve Modification # 1539.
Commissioner Bassett asked if the amendment would require only private rooms in healthcare facilities stating there would be a tremendous cost to the public.
Commissioner Gross responded the modification would require single-patient rooms, allowing non-private rooms when programs allow such. He stated although it is initially more expensive to build single-patient room facilities, ultimately the cost is recovered through better patient care and safety, and the hospitals have offered their support for the requirement.
Commissioner Greiner requested clarification concerning whether the Commission is considering the amendment as originally submitted, or comment 8 or comment 9.
Mr. Madani responded the vote would be for the modification as originally submitted. He explained comments 8 and 9 are additional information Mr. Gregory submitted for review.
Commissioner Hamrick stated the issue was highly debated in the Special Occupancy TAC meeting and originally he was not in support of the amendment, however, the issue of availability to the public has been resolved so he offered his support for the amendment.
Commissioner Greiner expressed support for the modification stating it appeared to be an upgrade of a nationally recognized guideline.
Commissioner Schulte asked what the TAC action was for the modification.
Commissioner Hamrick responded stating the TAC's original action was unanimously opposed to the amendment. He explained initially the document was misunderstood to be a draft proposal, not an update for a referenced standard.
Chairman Rodriguez called for a vote on the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Accessibility TAC Modifications
Building
Approved as Submitted (AS)
1834; 1576; 1134
Commissioner Browdy seconded the standing motion. Vote to approve was unanimous. Motion carried.
Energy TAC Modifications
Chapter 13, Building
Approved as Submitted (AS)
Modification #'s: 1752; 1754; 1755; 1756; 1114; 1774; 1771; 1775; 1777; 1792; 1806; 1767; 1778; 1780; 1781
Arlene Stewart
Ms. Stewart addressed Modification # 1792 and expressed concern that part of the proposed amendment would result in unintended consequences. She stated she recently learned that one-half of the units being installed will not meet the sensible and latent load balance requirements for Florida 's hot and humid climate. She expressed specific concerns regarding 608.1(a)(b)(c).1.1 and 607.1abc.1.1, which she stated is only half of the proposal, which could perpetuate oversizing of units, the other part of the proposal is necessary for the current needs of Florida .
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Approved as Modified (AM)
1753
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1081
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion.
Commissioner Bassett offered comment stating since the TAC recommendation was issued, the American Refrigeration Institute advised the action that had been modified would be in error and the original proposal would be the appropriate action. He then offered a substitute motion to consider the original proposal as submitted.
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the substitute motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1769
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1776
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1720
Jeff Householder, Representing the Florida Natural Gas Association and the Florida Propane Gas Association
Mr. Householder stated the original submittal as modified included credit multipliers for combination appliances. He stated his organizations had originally proposed including a new table in Form 600A of the proposed modification. Mr. Householder continued stating staff expressed formatting issues with including the new table in 600A and subsequently an additional comment has been submitted expressing agreement with including the new multipliers move into Appendix 13C. He then requested the Commission adopt the amendment as submitted with the modifications and comments his organizations proposed.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of the amendment as submitted and including language in Comment 1 as recommended by Mr. Householder. Commissioner Wiggins seconded the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1779
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1721
Jeff Householder, Natural Gas Association
Mr. Householder stated the issue is similar to #1720 with formatting problems indicated by staff and subsequent agreement to move the multipliers into Appendix C for inclusion.
Commissioner Wiggins moved approval of the amendment as submitted and including the language in Comment 5 as recommended by Mr. Householder. Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1782
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Outside the Scope of the Code Change Cycle
1717
Lorraine Ross, Asphalt Manufacturer's Association
Ms. Ross requested the Commission consider #1717 as within the scope of the glitch amendment process. She stated the section of the Energy Code is discriminatory against asphalt shingles. She explained the requirement was implemented when white roofs were popular and stated there have been technological advances made in terms of white shingle products and they should not be discriminated against until 2009, which is when the next process would take place. Ms. Ross continued stating in lieu of the current energy situation, a product which delivers the same type of energy savings to the consumer as metal or tile should be available on the market. She concluded by stating the message to those individuals or groups who make technological advances should not be “nobody really cares.” Ms Ross encouraged the Commission to consider the amendment in the glitch cycle.
Commissioner Goodloe entered a second to the standing motion.
Commissioner D'Andrea asked Ms. Ross if her recommendation to the Commission was to consider the original amendment as submitted or with the amendment.
Ms. Ross responded stating she would recommend the revision be included with the original proposal.
Commissioner Browdy stated while the proposed amendment encourages new technology it is not really specific to the glitch process.
Chairman Rodriguez called for a vote on the motion. Vote to approve the motion resulted in 10 in favor; 13 opposed. Motion failed.
1356; 1555; 1112; 1547; 1825; 1739; 1113; 1787; 1746; 1817; 1810; 1117; 1271; 1795; 1801; 1854
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Electrical TAC Modifications
Building
Approved as Submitted (AR)
1173; 1215; 1172
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Residential
Approved as Submitted (AR)
1453
Commissioner Browdy entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Building
Approved as Modified
1275
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1247
Commissioner Greiner entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Outside the Scope of the Code Amendment Process
1273, 1245
Commissioner Greiner requested Modification #'s 1273 and 1245 be removed from the consent agenda.
1273; 1245
Jack Glenn, President, Florida Home Builders Association
Mr. Glenn stated the two changes would require bonding in all metal stud construction. He explained the reason stating there had been a death resulting from a technician drilling into a metal stud. Mr. Glenn stated if the wall area had been double insulated or on GFI protection as required by the Code, electrocution may not have occurred. He continued stating there would be tremendous cost involved in bonding an entire building together. He stated the NEC addresses bonding and the two amendments would require additional bonding and there was no substantiation of why it would be necessary as long as the National Electric Code is followed.
Dwight Wilkes, St. Johns County Building Department
Mr. Wilkes stated the death that occurred causing the proposed modification was an appliance installer who was installing the dryer. Mr. Wilkes continued stating the installer was attempting to drill for the dryer exhaust and hit a fault in the branch circuit that had energized the metal studs to which the metal ductwork for the dryer was strapped. Mr. Wilkes stated a simple bonding to the metal stud in the wall area would have taken the energy back to ground and the electrocution would not have occurred. He continued stating if the entire building had been constructed with metal studs, one simple bonding would satisfy the entire structure, however, the random partitions constructed with metal studs throughout a building cause the problem. Mr. Wilkes encouraged the Commission to support the modifications.
Mr. Glenn reminded the Commission the modification is a requirement of the NEC and there is no need for a Florida-specific amendment. He strongly encouraged the Commission not to add Florida amendments as a result of an isolated incident stating the proper venue for the modification to be considered is with the National Electric Code.
Commissioner Browdy entered a second to the standing motion.
Mr. Richmond interrupted to quickly announce SB 1774 had been adopted on second reading and was scheduled for third reading May 3, 2006.
Commissioner Greiner stated the death occurred in his jurisdiction. He explained the situation was just as Mr. Wilkes described then stated the issue is easily solved by one of the plastic boxes being metal and attaching a metal screw to the stud to provide bonding as is required. Commissioner Greiner stated the modification is necessary in the interim until the change can be made to the NEC. He stated it is a health and safety issue for the citizens of Florida as it relates to the Code and stated the modification strengthens the Code as well. Commissioner Greiner stated there should be no deaths as a result of these situations and if there is any way to prevent deaths it should be done.
Commissioner D'Andrea expressed opposition to the amendment stating all of the facts have not been provided for the specific case causing the death of the appliance installer. He expressed great regret that a death had occurred then stated the NEC would be the proper venue for addressing the modification.
Commissioner McCombs stated he usually recommends waiting for the NEC as well however he stated the situation has the possibility of recurring if there is no metal box. He offered support for Commissioner Greiner's comments and for the approval of the amendment.
Chairman Rodriguez called for a vote on the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Existing Building
No Affirmative Recommendation (NAR)
1843; 1846; 1283; 1845; 1842
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimously opposed. Motion failed.
Mechanical TAC Modifications
Mechanical
Approved as Submitted
Modification #'s: 1093; 1837; 1551; 1751
Commissioner Bassett requested Modification #1837 be removed from the consent agenda.
Commissioner D'Andrea seconded the standing motion to approve the consent agenda as amended. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1837
Commissioner Bassett seconded the standing motion. He then stated the modification does not meet the glitch amendment criteria.
Chairman Rodriguez called for a vote to approve the motion. Vote resulted in 11 in favor; 12 opposed. Motion failed.
No Affirmative Recommendation (NAR)
Mod #'s: 1089; 1084; 1836; 1171; 1577; 1178
Commissioner D'Andrea seconded the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimously opposed. Motion failed.
Residential
Approved as Modified
1614
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Mechanical / Structural TAC Modifications
Building
Approved as Submitted (AS)
1594
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion resulted in 22 in favor; 1 opposed (Bassett). Motion carried.
No Affirmative Recommendation (NAR)
1798; 1799; 1791; 1635; 1802; 1804
Commissioner Bassett requested Modification #'s 1798, 1799, 1802, 1804 be removed from the consent agenda.
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion to approve the consent agenda as amended. Vote to approve the motion was unanimously opposed. Motion failed.
1798
Commissioner Bassett stated in the form of a motion Modification # 1798 was near passing in the TAC but was declared not a glitch amendment. Commissioner Bassett stated the modification is a glitch and was created by the state Legislature and encouraged the Commission to approve it to reduce chances for moisture in unvented attics.
Chairman Rodriguez called for a vote to approve the motion. Vote resulted in 3 in favor; 18 opposed. Motion failed.
1799
Commissioner Bassett stated in the form of a motion the same comment as 1798.
Chairman Rodriguez called for a vote on the motion. Vote to approve the motion resulted in 6 in favor; 14 opposed. Motion failed.
1802
Commissioner Bassett entered a second to the standing motion to approve the amendment based on the same reasoning as 1798 and 1799. Vote to approve the motion resulted in 4 in favor; 15 opposed. Motion failed.
1804
Commissioner Bassett entered a second to the standing motion based on the same reasoning as the previously pulled modifications. Vote to approve the motion resulted in 3 in favor; 17 opposed. Motion failed.
Mechanical
Approved as Modified
1637
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Residential
No Affirmative Recommendation (NAR)
Modification #'s: 1793; 1638; 1809; 1808; 1372; 1841; 1816
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Mechanical Fire TAC Modifications
Mechanical
Approved as Submitted (AS)
1585; 1847
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
No Affirmative Recommendation (NAR)
1865; 1930; 1868; 1862; 1934; 1849; 1857; 1848; 1452; 1839; 1851; 1840; 1869
Commissioner Sanidas entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimously opposed. Motion failed.
Residential
Approved as Modified (AM)
1562
Jack Glenn, President, Florida Home Builders Assocation
Mr. Glenn stated the modification was changed in the Mechanical TAC meeting at the request of the TAC chair. He continued stating he received recommendation from UL the change be included as a comment, which he submitted to accompany the modification. Mr. Glenn then requested the Commission approve the modification including the UL comment.
Commissioner Browdy entered a motion to approve as amended including the UL comment as recommended by Mr. Glenn. Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the motion.
Commissioner Bassett stated the modification is not a glitch amendment and referenced a declaratory statement that had been issued concerning the same issue.
Commissioner Greiner countered stating if the modification covers a declaratory statement then it is a glitch amendment.
Commissioner Browdy concurred with Commissioner Greiner's comments stating the need for a declaratory statement constitutes the glitch amendment.
Chairman Rodriguez called for a vote on the motion. Vote to approve the motion resulted in 1 opposed (Bassett). Motion carried.
Residential
No Affirmative Recommendation (NAR)
1898; 1899; 1901; 1904
Commissioner McCombs entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimously opposed. Motion failed.
Plumbing TAC Modifications
Residential
Approved as Submitted (AS)
1665
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Plumbing
Approved as Modified (AM)
1653
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Outside the Scope of the Code Change Cycle
Approved as Submitted
1451; 1196
Jim Bickford, Chief Plumbing Inspector, City of Pompano Beach
Mr. Bickford addressed Modification # 1196 stating the intent of the change was to create consistency between the Residential Plumbing Code and the statute change initiated by Senate Bill 442. He stated the Senate Bill changed Florida Statute 633.5391 with the following language:
“. . .backflow assemblies shall be inspected once every three years. . .”
Mr. Bickford stated staff simply made the change in the wrong section in the Residential Code and the change is merely correcting the error placing the requirement in the Inspections section rather than Testing.
Ruth Sarrano , Florida Association of Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Contractors
Ms. Sarrano concurred with Mr. Bickford.
Susan Dierras
Ms. Dierras stated the modification was agreed on during the TAC meeting previously and is a health issue. She strongly urged the Commission to support the change.
Mark Eddington, City of Pompano Beach Water Department
Mr. Eddington stated the potable water system would be put to extreme limits and encouraged the Commission to support the change.
Hans Johnson, Contractor, Broward County
Mr. Johnson concurred with Mr. Bickford's comments.
Al Cuen, Plumbing Contractor
Mr. Cuen stated recently he encountered a situation where a forklift ran into a valve system and a handyman capped it off then ultimately the problem was resolved by a plumber. He continued stating had the plumber not been called the there would have been no fire protection for that home. He encouraged the Commission to support the amendment.
Jack Downs, Brothers Backflow Specialists, Broward County
Mr. Downs stressed the importance of the issue for the industry and concurred with Mr. Bickford's comments.
Raph Ward, Sarasota County Utilities
Mr. Ward expressed support for the modification.
Commissioner Vann requested Modification #'s 1451 and 1196 be removed from the consent agenda. He stated Modification # 1451 seems very simple in terms of life safety issues but the industry's concerns relate to wanting to provide absolute direction in terms of how to resolve the issue. He stated the modification is a glitch because it is a life safety issue for the citizens of Florida .
Commissioner Bassett concurred stating Modification #1451 is a glitch amendment simply because staff placed language in an incorrect location in the Code.
Mr. Dixon offered clarification stating maintenance requirements are not authorized to be included in the Florida Building Code. He stated the Building Code is to provide requirements to obtain the C.O. He agreed the issue is a serious public health issue and the appropriate agencies should have the language authorizing the action that would resolve the problems.
Chairman Rodriguez requested clarification concerning the venue the industry representatives should seek for resolution.
Mr. Richmond stated when the issue was raised in 2005 he advised the proponents to take the issue up with the Housing Development Authorities. He stated in current context the Commission should not seek authority to include maintenance issues in the Florida Building Code. Mr. Richmond directed industry representatives to a local government of the county health units.
Commissioner Schulte asked if the modification should be approved in the event the law changed.
Mr. Richmond recommended the amendment not be approved stating the references will be removed from the Code.
Mr. Dixon stated all references to maintenance requirements will be removed from the Code because it is a violation of the law to include them in the Code.
Commissioner Corn agreed that the Commission would not want to get into the business of enforcing how homeowners maintain their homes.
Commissioner Wiggins agreed that the appropriate venue is not the Florida Building Code. He then suggested a solution of adopting a local building and maintenance code by local ordinance, or seeking sponsorship from the Department of Health for legislation to enter a bill to change the Florida Statutes.
Commissioner Bassett moved approval to modify the amendment to remove all reference to continue inspections and testing for backflow preventers. Commissioner D'Andrea seconded the motion. Vote resulted in 18 in favor; 5 opposed. Motion passed.
No Affirmative Recommendation (NAR)
1213; 1549; 1326; 1750; 1212; 1458; 1391; 1334
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimously opposed. Motion failed.
Fire TAC Modifications
Building
Approved as Submitted (AS)
1628; 1486; 1732; 1475; 1291; 1538; 1727; 1910; 1728; 1483; 1557; 1540
Commissioner Bahadori requested Modification # 1483 be removed from the consent agenda.
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion to approve the consent agenda as amended. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1483
Commissioner Bahadori entered a second to the standing motion then requested the Commission vote against the amendment due to the best interest of the industry.
Commissioner Bassett concurred.
Chairman Rodriguez called for a vote on the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimously opposed. Motion failed.
Out of Scope of the Change Cycle
1477
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimously opposed. Motion failed.
No Affirmative Recommendation (NAR)
1439; 1927; 1929; 1066; 1438; 1300; 1627; 1586; 1855; 1352; 1354; 1363; 1272; 1926; 1235
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimously opposed. Motion failed.
Approved as Amended (AM)
1557
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1540
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Residential
Approved as Submitted (AS)
1564; 1829; 1844; 1733; 1361; 1364; 1371; 1831
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1827
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
No Affirmative Recommendation (NAR)
1238
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimously opposed.
Structural TAC Modifications
Approved as Submitted (AS)
1592 ; 1593; 1850; 1601; 1602; 1867; 1609; 1610; 1612; 1617; 1620; 1286; 1907; 1908; 1875; 1084; 1884; 1922 ; 1729 ; 1738; 1737; 1743; 1744 ; 1741; 1740; 1085; 1747; 1182; 1193; 1175; 1086; 1242 ; 1919 ; 1369 ; 1344; 1141; 1476; 1742; 1258; 1256; 1351; 1243; 1384; 1358; 1257; 1814; 1818; 1763
Commissioner Kim requested Modification #'s 1612 and 1875 be removed from the consent agenda.
Commissioner Browdy entered a second to the standing motion to approve the consent agenda as amended. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1612
Commissioner Kim directed the Commission to speakers for public comment on the issue.
Gary Walker, Walker Engineering
Mr. Walker requested CDA 4115 be removed from the table. He stated CDA 4115 no longer exists and has been changed to CDA 4050 and deals with copper gutters and downspouts. Mr. Walker continued stating CDA 4115 was adopted with the 2004 I codes and the 2006 I codes have already deleted it and no longer reference CDA 4115. He stated further CDA 4115 does not meet the current I code criteria for a mandatory standard. Mr. Walker encouraged the Florida Building Commission to take similar action and make the necessary correction to the Florida Building Code.
Commissioner Greiner moved approval of Modification # 1612 as modified. Commissioner Goodloe entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1875
Eric Stafford, Institute for Business & Home Safety
Mr. Stafford stated the modification seeks to get the errata to satisfy hurricane resistant requirements for residential construction, replacing the STDT 10. He explained there were a number of typographical errors and only one technical error. Mr. Stafford then requested the Commission approve the amendment as proposed with the addition of the errata.
Jeffrey Stone, Florida Paper Association
Mr. Stone stated their concerns had been met by the addition of the errata. He withdrew any opposing comment.
Commissioner Greiner requested clarification concerning replacing SSDT 10 with the IBHS language.
Mr. Stafford responded the modification would serve as an update in the interim prior to the IBHS language replacing SSDT 10.
Commissioner Kidwell moved approval of the modification as amended including the addition of the errata. Commissioner Greiner seconded the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Recommended for Approval as Modified
1588
Jaime Gascon, Miami-Dade Office of Code Compliance
Mr. Gascon stated the modification was recommended by the TAC for approval with an amendment as stated in Comment 1. He expressed concern that the language as stated in the amendment may not be appropriate. Mr. Gascon recommended the modification be approved with all language concerning water requirements be removed.
Commissioner Kim expressed concern with the language in the modification stating Mr. Gascon's suggestion would eliminate the possibility for analytical calculations relying solely on testing. He stated he initially supported the modification but rescinded his support.
Allen Hoying, Vinyl Siding Institute
Mr. Hoying expressed support for Mr. Gascon's modification. He stated the current language in the proposed amendment indicates that any water infiltration would be considered a failure. Mr. Hoying continued stating research from hurricane damage as it relates to soffit indicates incorrectly installed soffit resulted in damage while properly installed soffit didn't present a problem, resulting in more of an installation issue rather than a performance issue. Mr. Hoying then stated there would be more information available following additional testing and research.
Commissioner Kim then stated he would not be in support of eliminating the modification altogether because then the code would rely on TAS 202 testing alone.
Commissioner Gonzalez moved approval of the modification with the inclusion of Mr. Gascon's modifications as stated. Commissioner Wiggins seconded the motion. Vote to approve the motion resulted in 12 supporting; 10 opposed. Motion failed.
Commissioner Browdy then moved approval of the amendment as it was originally submitted. Vote to approve the motion resulted in 2 supporting; 21 opposed. Motion failed.
1874
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1459
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1773
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1460
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1632
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1785
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1597
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1599
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1607
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1608
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1788
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1616
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1441
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1923
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1723
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1914
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1852
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1167
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1906
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1142
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1099
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1783
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1905
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1931
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1913
Commissioner Tagliarini entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1758; 1598; 1606; 1615; 1276; 1445; 1554
Joe Holland, Hoover Treated Wood Products
Mr. Holland addressed 1554 stating the modification serves two purposes. He stated the modification eliminates a conflict between the residential code and the building code; as well as provides correction for a glitch in the code that had been inadvertently removed dealing with fasteners.
Dave Olmstead, PGT Industries
Mr. Olmstead addressed 1445 stating the modification resolves a glitch dealing with pass through windows and doors that can accept water infiltration. He stated the correction provides consistency with the HVHZ language which has been in the code since 1994.
Dick Wilhelm, FMA
Mr. Wilhelm concurred with Mr. Olmstead concerning Modification 1445.
Mark Zehnal
Mr. Zehnal addressed 1276 stating the amendment deals with water intrusion issues experienced after the 2004 and 2005 hurricane seasons.
Billy Cohen, Florida Roofing Sheet Metal Association, Roofing Contractor's Association of South Florida
Mr. Cohen expressed support for Modification 1276. He then addressed Modification 1615 stating the modification changes the value metal from 16” wide to 15” wide. He stated the standard available on the market is 16” further stating 15” would have to be custom-made.
Mr. Zehnal expressed support for Mr. Kelly's comments.
Mr. Schulte requested Modificaton #'s 1606, 1615, and 1276 be removed from the consent agenda.
Commissioner Gonzalez requested Modification # 1445 be removed.
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion to approve the consent agenda as amended. Vote to approve the motion was unanimously opposed. Motion failed.
1606
Commissioner Schulte stated 1606 is replacing ASTM D 224 with ASTM D 6380. He stated ASTM D 224 no longer exists therefore no reference should be made. Commissioner Corn seconded the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1615
Commissioner Schulte stated 15” wide valley metal is not a material that is available and therefore constitutes a glitch. Commissioner Browdy seconded the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1276
Commissioner Schulte stated the issue is hurricane related resulting from the water infiltration issues throughout the state following the 2004 and 2005 hurricane seasons with the issue being brought forward to allow mitigation. Commissioner McCombs seconded the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1445
Commissioner Gonzalez stated there have been products approved but the language is only stated in the HVHZ section of the code. He continued stating 1445 brings consistency between the HVHZ and the rest of the state. Commissioner Wiggins seconded the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
No Affirmative Recommendation
1730, 1724, 1819, 1589, 1631, 1591, 1595, 1596, 1633, 1552, 1789, 1634, 1605, 1611, 1618, 1619, 1879; 1759; 1621; 1649; 1648; 1544; 1166; 1090; 1876; 1343; 1353; 1187; 1859; 1348; 1342; 1340; 1461; 1863; 1590; 1655; 1183; 1071; 1092; 1759
Randy Shackleford, Simpson Strong Tie
Mr. Shackleford addressed 1183 stating the proposal received a 5/3 positive vote and is a significant issue having a great impact on the design of steel sheer walls.
Joe Belcher, JDB Code Services
Mr. Belcher addressed 1879 requesting an amendment stating the issue is hurricane related. He stated the issue deals with recovering roofs and proposed additional language at the beginning of #5 stating:
Shingle roof coverings installed over an existing roof or roof covering shall be designed and tested for the end-use configuration in accordance with Section 1504.
Mr. Belcher then directed the Commission to Mr. Reinholdt for more detailed information concerning the issue.
Tim Reinholdt, Institute of Business and Home Safety
Mr. Reinholdt stated 95% of the homes that sustained enough hurricane damage to file a claim had some roof damage. He stated the products available are tested and are highly rated, however, the products have only been tested on a flat surface, new roofing deck, not on uneven or a surface where there is an existing roof. He continued stating the ARMA website warns about the application of tabs over an existing roof.
Mr. Cohen offered support for Mr. Reinholdt's comments.
Lorraine Ross, Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association
Ms. Ross stated there is a large amount of data available concerning the issue and it should be an issue for discussion and consideration by the new Roofing TAC then submitted for change during the next code amendment cycle. She continued stating the change is a drastic change with no comments regarding the fiscal impact of the modification.
Iqbal Shaikh,Structural Engineer, Miami-Dade County Office of Code Compliance
Mr. Shaikh stated the value load for garages was 50# per square foot as required in ASCE 702. He continued stating by adopting the modification it would reduce the size of the live load to 40# per square foot. Mr. Shaikh stated the modification would weaken the load for the HVHZ.
Commissioner Schulte requested Modification # 1879 be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.
Commissioner Gonzalez requested Modification # 1343 be removed from the consent agenda.
Commissioner Kim requested Modification # 1183 be removed from the consent agenda.
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion to approve the consent agenda as amended. Vote to approve the motion was unanimously opposed. Motion failed.
1879
Commissioner Schulte stated there had been a lot of roof damage and many roofs were leaking following the last two hurricane seasons. He stated there would be a great deal of fiscal impact as well.
Commissioner Browdy expressed concern that the glitch cycle is not the appropriate forum for discussing a modification so drastically different from current requirements. He recommended the issue be taken back to the new Roofing TAC as Ms. Ross suggested due to the impact it will have on the lives of many citizens of Florida . Commissioner Browdy then moved approval to retain the modification for denial as a non-glitch amendment issue. Commissioner Schulte seconded the motion. Vote to approve the motion resulted in 1 in favor; 22 opposed. Motion failed.
1343
Commissioner Gonzalez stated the amendment pertains to the HVHZ. He expressed great concern regarding weakening the code in terms of the HVHZ. He then recommended the modification be applicable only to the HVHZ. Commissioner Goodloe seconded the motion.
Commissioner Parrino offered clarification stating if 40# is changed back to 50# without inclusion of the live load reduction that was previously removed from the code, there would be more restrictions for designing parking garages.
Commissioner Kim concurred with Commissioner Parrino stating that is why the TAC voted against the modification.
Commissioner Gonzalez stated it was not his intention to over design the construction of parking garages, rather, retain the same requirements as the South Florida Building Code. He then directed the Commission back to Mr. Shaikh for clarification.
Mr. Shaikh stated the live load reduction was already present, the modification is simply reducing from 50# to 40#.
Chairman Rodriguez called for a vote to approve the motion. Vote to approve the motion resulted in 1 in favor; 22 opposed. Motion failed.
1183
Commissioner Kim concurred with Mr. Shackleford's comments stating there should be consistency with national design standards and the modification does meet the glitch requirements. He then entered a second to the standing motion to approve. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Commissioner Kim requested clarification concerning 1167 in terms of whether Comment 1 was included.
Mr. Blair stated Modification # 1167 was approved not including Comment 1.
Commissioner Kim then entered a motion to reconsider Modification # 1167. Commissioner Greiner seconded the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Commissioner Kim entered a motion to approve Modification # 1167 and include Comment 1. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Commissioner Kim moved to reconsider Modification # 1884. He then directed the Commission to Mr. Stafford for comment.
T. Eric Stafford, Institute of Business & Home Safety
Mr. Stafford recommended the Commission approve a modification to the amendment as presented in a supportive document entitled “Shutter Anchors”.
Jack Glenn , Florida Home Builders Association
Mr. Glenn offered support for the amendment and the modification stating the change would allow the use of plywood shutters for window protection in high wind areas. He continued stating with the loss of wind borne debris region protection in the panhandle the modification may be well received.
Commissioner Browdy moved to approve Modification # 1884 as modified. Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous.
Test Protocols
Recommended for Approval
Modification #'s: 1098; 1349; 1350; 1091; 1282; 1294; 1346; 1373; 1374; 1376; 1377; 1375
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Recommended for Approval as Modified
1379
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Residential
Approved as Submitted
Modification #'s: 1822; 1567; 1916; 1749; 1924; 1745; 1087; 1815; 1877; 1917; 1885; 1088; 1734; 1925; 1820; 1860; 1823; 1339; 1244; 1824; 1933; 1886; 1881; 1664; 1675; 1676; 1677; 1678; 1679; 1681; 1684; 1687; 1690; 1692; 1694; 1695; 1696; 1699; 1700; 1702; 1703; 1705; 1712; 1100; 1269; 1290; 1357; 1203; 1202; 1375; 1368
Commissioner Kim requested Modification #'s 1877 and 1885 be removed from the consent agenda.
Commissioner Greiner requested Modification # 1815 be removed from the consent agenda.
Commissioner Browdy seconded the standing motion to approve the consent agenda as amended. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1815
Commissioner Greiner requested clarification from Mr. Madani.
Mr. Madani responded stating the section has been changed to allow for use of the chapters in the residential code for high wind speeds. He stated the
Commissioner Corn moved approval of the modification. Commissioner D'andrea seconded the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1877
Commissioner Kim stated the modification was a companion change and moved approval. Commissioner McCombs seconded the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1885
Commissioner Kim stated the modification is a companion change then moved approval. Commissioner D'Andrea seconded the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Commissioner Corn moved to reconsider Modification #1815. Commissioner Wiggins seconded the motion. Vote to approve the motion resulted in 1 opposed (D'Andrea); 20 supporting. Motion carried.
Commissioner Greiner entered a modification in the first sentence, following mph to state “shall be permitted to be designed”. Commissioner McCombs entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1645
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1812
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1803
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1260
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1821
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1651
Siggi Valentin, ARMA
Mr. Valentin requested approval of all comments submitted with the amendment.
David Wilhelm, FMA
Mr. Wilhelm requested the Commission accept the portion of the comments allowing a professional engineer to provide anchoring calculations for materials other than wood.
Commissioner Greiner entered a second to the standing motion to approve the modification and include the comments. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1866
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1162
Siggi Valentin, ARMA
Mr. Valentin requested the Commission approve the modification and include all comments.
Commissioner Kidwell entered a second to the standing motion to approve the modification with comments. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1426
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was
unanimous. Motion carried.
1918
Joe Belcher, JDB Code Services
Mr. Belcher requested the Commission approve the modification and include Comment 6.
Commissioner Greiner entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1920
Eric Stafford, Institute for Home Safety
Mr. Stafford noted the section should be coordinated with other changes, i.e.; the masonry section, to achieve correlation.
Commissioner Greiner entered a second to the standing motion to approve the modification and correlate. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1772
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1731
Glenn Clapper, Brick Southeast, Representing Brick Industry Association
Mr. Clapper expressed concern relating to three paragraphs in the modification; the first was a coordination issue with Section 7037, the wording in the modification places no limit on the veneer as it is applied; the second relates to Section 7037.4.1, Mr. Clapper stated accepting the wording brings the requirement in line with the MSJC ACI 530 Code, National Masonry Standard; the third paragraph of concern deals with Section 7037.4.2, placing a limitation for the airspace at 2” with no supporting data and conflicts with the National Masonry Standard.
Joe Belcher, Florida Concrete Products Association
Mr. Belcher expressed support for Mr. Clapper's comments then stated there are scrivener's errors in the section as well. He submitted the errors to staff in writing.
Eric Stafford
Mr. Stafford stated the limitation on airspace was provided by a staff member at the National Concrete and Masonry Association. He continued stating he has since spoken to other industry representatives and it appears there should be language limiting the provision to windspeeds not more than 130 mph.
Commissioner Greiner moved approval including comments and Mr. Stafford's recommendations. Commissioner Corn seconded the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1259
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1889
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1641
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1669
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1790
Lorraine Ross, ARMA
Ms. Ross stated the word “or” should be stricken with the other stricken language.
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion to include the comment from Ms. Ross. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1670
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1796
Lorraine Ross, ARMA
Ms. Ross requested the Commission approve the modification without the comment.
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion as submitted. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1673
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1680
Commissioner Greiner entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1682
Commissioner Greiner entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1685
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Commissioner Greiner moved approval to reconsider 1682. Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Mr. Walker noted the same table change should be made to 1682 as was made to its companion modification earlier.
Commissioner Greiner entered a motion to approve the modification with the same table change as indicated in the companion change. Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1689
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1691
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1693
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1698
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1704
Commissioner Greiner entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1706
Commissioner Greiner entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1707
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1708
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1709
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1710
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1932
Commissioner Greiner entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1828
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1770
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1194
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1263
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1261
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1262
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1164
Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Outside Scope
Recommended to Deny
Modification #'s: 1766; 1444; 1768; 1674; 1278
Jack Glenn, FHBA
Mr. Glenn stated Modification # 1444 is the companion to # 1445 and requested it be removed from the consent agenda.
Mark Zehnal
Mr. Zehnal stated Modification # 1278 is the companion to the modification in Chapter 15 relating to water intrusion.
Bob McCormack, FRSA
Mr. McCormack requested Modification # 1674 be removed from the consent agenda. He stated the modification is a correlation issue with the valley metal lining width and constitutes a glitch.
Morris Swope
Mr. Swope addressed Item 3 in Modification # 1674 suggesting both 1 and 2 were included under galvanized metal in order to provide a modified surface as required by ARMA.
Commissioner Greiner requested Modification # 1674 be removed from the consent agenda.
Commissioner Browdy requested Modification # 1444 be removed from the consent agenda.
Commissioner Schulte requested Modification # 1278 be removed from the consent agenda.
1444
Commissioner Browdy stated he requested 1444 be pulled for consideration because it is a correlation issue then moved approval for the same action to be taken as in the building volume of the code. Commissioner McCombs entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
1674
Commissioner Greiner requested clarification concerning the “or / and” issue.
Mr. McCormack responded stating the Code currently states “and”; the 1994 Code which the Code is based on states “and”; FRSA practices “or” and that both requirements should not be imposed.
Ms. Ross expressed support for the word “or” stating the ARMA manufacturers would not recommend “and”.
Commissioner Schulte moved approval of the modification using “or”. Commissioner D'Andrea seconded the motion. Vote to approve the motion resulted in 1 opposed (Kidwell); 21 supporting. Motion carried.
1278
Commissioner Schulte stated Modification 1278 is the residential companion to the Chapter 15 change dealing with waterproofing and entered approval for the modification. Commissioner Greiner seconded the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
No Affirmative Recommendation
Modification #'s: 1622; 1522; 1161; 1878; 1647; 1813; 1654; 1864; 1378; 1385; 1521; 1639; 1659; 1657; 1662; 1663; 1666; 1623; 1667; 1668; 1711; 1642; 1671; 1672; 1683; 1686; 1688; 1701; 1624; 1765; 1206
Siggi Valentin, AAMA
Mr. Valentin addressed 1161 stating the modification was originally denied because the proper dates were not listed correctly for the standards of reference and it has since been corrected. He requested the Commission approve the modification with the corrections.
David Wilhelm
Mr. Wilhelm offered support for Mr. Valentin's comments.
Gary Walker
Mr. Walker addressed Modification # 1657 stating the modification deals with applying a safety factor to roof assemblies. He stated currently there is no criteria available for safety factors for roof assemblies.
Lorraine Ross, ARMA
Ms. Ross stated there is no issue with the safety factor with Modification 1657 and stated it should remain as submitted. She stated the basic underlying premise is correct but needs refining.
Gary Walker
Mr. Walker requested 1662 be removed from the consent agenda because it establishes relevant criteria.
Commissioner Gonzalez requested Modification 1161 be removed from the consent agenda. He stated the TAC was not provided all the necessary information. He continued stating if the correction is not made immediately the Code will not be accurate.
Commissioner Wiggins moved approval with of the modification including the comment. Commissioner D'Andrea seconded the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved to reconsider 1166 including the comment. Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Commissioner D'Andrea moved approval of Modification 1166 including the comment. Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Mr. Walker then requested the following modifications be removed from the consent agenda for consideration: 1657; 1662; 1667; 1668; 1672; 1683; 1686; 1688; 1701; 1711
Commissioner McCombs entered a second to the standing motion to approve the consent agenda as amended. Vote to approve the motion was unanimously opposed. Motion failed.
1657
Mr. Walker stated the modification intent was to provide a Safety Factor 2 in the Code.
Billy Cohen , Florida Roofing Sheet Metal Association
Mr. Cohen offered support for Mr. Walker's comments.
Jack Glenn, FHBA
Mr. Glenn offered comment stating Mr. Walker made modifications to the comments that received negative votes during the Structural TAC and it may be shaky ground by considering the modifications and comments that did not meet TAC support.
Commissioner Kidwell seconded the standing motion to approve the modification as amended. Vote to approve the motion was unanimously opposed. Motion failed.
1662
Mr. Walker stated the modification intent was to coordinate the deflection criteria without requiring 2 documents.
Lorraine Ross, ARMA
Ms. Ross expressed opposition stating the amendment applies to metal structural roofing however has been entered into the Code without clarity. She recommended the issue be taking back to the TAC for further consideration and discussion.
Commissioner Kidwell seconded the standing motion to approve the modification as amended. Vote to approve the motion was unanimously opposed. Motion failed.
1667
Mr. Walker stated the modification would require gutters and leaders be secured to the building.
Commissioner Kidwell seconded the standing motion to approve the modification as amended. Vote to approve the motion resulted in 15 in favor; 8 opposed. Motion failed.
1668
Mr. Walker stated the modification deals with gravel stops to a house and the increase in the number of gravel stops on the drip edge.
Ms. Ross stated the issue had not been reviewed in detail by all effected parties. She recommended the issue be taken back to the structural TAC for further discussion and consideration.
Commissioner Browdy seconded the standing motion to approve the modification as amended. Vote to approve the motion resulted in 1 in support; 21 opposed. Motion failed.
1711
Mr. Walker stated a design table had been submitted to the TAC R301.2(3) for design pressure. The table was rejected and adopted the use of the same table that was used for roof covering R301.2(2), which is already in the Residential Code.
Ms. Ross stated the issue is technically dealing with the spray polyfoam applications that are tested. She stated the Roofing TAC would be the appropriate venue for discussion and consideration.
Commissioner D'Andrea seconded the standing motion to approve the modification as amended. Vote to approve the motion was unanimously opposed. Motion failed.
1672
Mr. Walker stated the modification provided clarification concerning the vertical lap.
Ms. Ross expressed ARMA would prefer the issue be reviewed by the Roofing TAC.
Commissioner D'Andrea seconded the standing motion to approve the modification as amended. Vote to approve the motion was unanimously opposed. Motion failed.
1683; 1686; 1688
Mr. Walker stated the modifications refer the designer to specified tables for wind pressure.
Ms. Ross expressed ARMA would prefer the issue be reviewed by the Roofing TAC.
Commissioner D'Andrea seconded the standing motion. Vote to approve the motion resulted in 8 in favor; 14 opposed. Motion failed
1701
Mr. Walker stated Modification 1701 deals with the same issue as the previous three modifications.
Commissioner D'Andrea seconded the standing motion.
Commissioner Corn expressed concern regarding voting no on all the modifications removed from the consent agenda then requested clarification from the Commission on the actions.
Commissioner D'Andrea stated he voted no for the modifications because of a lack of information on the changes and the fact that the TAC has not had a chance to review the changes.
Commissioner Vann concurred then stated the Commission is not the appropriate forum for detailed review and analysis, the TAC should be relied upon for technical analysis.
Commissioner Griffin added if a member of the Structural TAC showed support for the modifications he would be inclined to support them as well.
Chairman Rodriguez called for a vote on the motion. Vote to approve the motion resulted in 1 in favor; 21 opposed. Motion failed.
Existing buildings
Outside Scope
1625; 1626
Commissioner Schulte requested Modification #'s 1625 and 1626 be removed from the consent agenda for consideration.
1625
Billy Cohen , Florida Roofing Sheet Metal Association
Mr. Cohen stated his organization would support the modification being approved by the Commission.
Ms. Ross stated ARMA supports the modification as well.
Mr. Zehnal stated the modification provides a clear definition and offered support for the modification.
Commissioner Wiggins seconded the standing motion to approve the modification. Vote to approve the motion resulted in 18 in favor; 3 opposed. Motion carried.
1626
Mr. Cohen stated the modification clarifies roofing requirements for the consumer in terms of insurance the appropriate scope of work required for each job.
Mr. Zehnal stated offered support for the modification stating it provides guidelines for local building departments.
Ms. Ross noted the 25% rule has been in the codes for a very long time. She expressed support for the modification.
Mr. Madani countered the 25% rule has only appeared in the Code in the HVHZ section.
Bill Dunbaugh, Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals
Commissioner McCombs seconded the standing motion for approval. Vote to approve the motion resulted in 1 opposed (Kidwell). Motion carried.
1880
Mr. Stafford stated the change merely establishes what is implied by the Code currently.
Ms. Ross expressed opposition stating the modification is a major change and would be appropriate for the code change cycle.
Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the standing motion for approval. Vote to approve the motion resulted in 1 opposed (Kidwell). Motion carried.
1636
Commissioner D'Andrea seconded the standing motion to approve the modification as amended. Vote to approve the motion was unanimously opposed. Motion failed.
Commissioner Gross moved to reconsider 1881 to correct a minor error. Commissioner Greiner entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Mr. Stafford stated a comment was submitted dealing with the ring shank nail including the limitations for the nails.
Commissioner Gross moved approval of the modification as amended. Commissioner Wiggins entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Commissioner Bassett moved to reconsider 1782 which was approved without the comment. Commissioner Gross seconded the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Commissioner Bassett moved approval of the modification to include comment #2. Commissioner Wiggins seconded the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
Mr. Blair then called for a motion to proceed with rule adoption.
Commissioner Greiner moved approval to proceed with rule adoption with notice for a second rule adoption hearing. Commissioner D'Andrea entered a second to the motion. Vote to approve the motion was unanimous. Motion carried.
COMMISSION MEMBERS COMMENTS
Commissioner Bassett expressed concern regarding supportive documents being available only electronically increasing the workload for the volunteers who serve on the Commission. He requested the supportive documents be available in hard copy as well.
Commissioner Goodloe announced the Accessibility Advisory Council has met and there may be members attending the Accessibility TAC meeting to address issues involving accessibility.
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
No one approached for public comment.
REVIEW COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS AND ISSUES FOR THE JULY 10, 11 & 12, 2006 COMMISSION MEETING
Chairman Rodriguez conducted a review of upcoming work group meeting schedules and times as they appeared in each Commissioner's files.
ADJOURN
Chairman Rodriguez adjourned the meeting at 7:29 p.m.