Ord 30-2026 amending the Code of Ordinances Chapter 22, Article XII Existing Building Code 07/21/2026 Ordinance No. 30-2026
Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances Chapter 22, Article XII
Existing Building Code, Section 22-711, 1401.2 Applicability to remove
"Existing Prior to 1945" and Chapter 22, Article XII, Section 22-711,
1401.4 Investigation and Evaluation to remove "Registered Fire
Protection Engineer" to replace with "qualified engineers and
architects in preparation of a submission"
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the adoption of these changes continues to
protect the safety of the residents of Wichita Falls but expands construction options for
existing buildings; and,
WHEREAS, the Development Stakeholders Meeting held on May 29, 2026,
discussed the proposed changes and support the ordinance amendment; and,
WHEREAS, the Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals has
recommended these changes to local amendments to Chapter 14 of the 2015 Existing
Building Code changes.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, THAT:
1 . Chapter 22, Article XII Existing Building Code, Section 22-711 , 1401 .2
Applicability is amended to read as follows:
1401 .2 Applicability. Structures in which there is work involving additions,
alterations or changes of occupancy shall be made to conform with the
requirements of this chapter or the provisions of Chapters 5 through 13. The
provisions of Sections 1401 .2.1 through 1401 .2.5 shall apply to existing
occupancies that will continue to be, or are proposed to be, in Groups A, B, E,
F, 1-2, M, R and S. These provisions shall not apply to buildings with
occupancies in group H or 1-1 , 1-3 or 1-4.
2. Chapter 22, Article XII Existing Building Code, Section 22-711, 1401.4
Investigation and evaluation is amended to read as follows:
1401 .4 Investigation and evaluation. For the proposed work covered by this
chapter, the building owner shall cause the existing building to be investigated
and evaluated by qualified engineers and architects in preparation of a
submission in accordance with the provisions of Sections 1401 .4 through
1401 .9.
3. This Ordinance shall be effective August 20, 2026.
PASSED AND APPROVED this the 21st day of July, 2026.
MAYOR
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City Clerk