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STAFF REPORT <br />TO: Mayor Fischer and Members of the City Council <br />FROM: Corrin Wendell, AICP, Community Development Director <br />DATE: April 24, 2024 <br />RE: Ordinance 896 – Amending City Code Chapter <br />ACTIONS TO BE CONSIDERED <br />To consider approval of Ordinance 896 amending City Code Chapter 301, Minnesota State <br />Building Code. <br />BACKGROUND <br />The Community Development Director and Code Enforcement Officer are proposing an update to <br />the City Code, specifically targeting the addition of the International Property Maintenance Code <br />(IPMC). This update aims to ensure alignment with current industry standards and to enhance <br />property enforcement within the city. <br />Background: <br />The International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) is a model code developed by the <br />International Code Council (ICC) that establishes minimum requirements for the maintenance of <br />existing buildings. It covers a wide range of topics, including structural integrity, safety, sanitation, <br />and occupancy conditions. <br />Proposal: <br />The proposed update to the City Code involves incorporating the provisions of the IPMC into <br />existing regulations. This will provide a comprehensive framework for property maintenance and <br />enforcement, helping to ensure that buildings within the city are safe, habitable, and compliant <br />with established standards. <br />Benefits: <br />1. Alignment with Industry Standards: By adopting the IPMC, the city will align its property <br />maintenance regulations with recognized industry standards, promoting consistency and <br />clarity for property owners, tenants, and enforcement officials. <br />2.Enhanced Property Enforcement: The IPMC provides clear guidelines and standards for <br />property maintenance, facilitating more effective enforcement actions by code enforcement <br />officers. This will help address issues related to blight, deterioration, and substandard living <br />conditions within the community. <br />3.Improved Safety and Quality of Life: Ensuring that buildings are properly maintained <br />according to established standards promotes safety, health, and quality of life for residents.