The DPD Electrical Program has started reviewing the Seattle Electrical Code for changes in 2014. The last code change was in 2008, so it is time for an update. The update will include reviewing changes in the 2011 and 2014 editions of the National Electrical Code and the latest WAC rules adopted by the State of Washington.
City Council to Consider Omnibus Legislation
DPD is responsible for routine maintenance of the Land Use Code. DPD has prepared code amendments called an “omnibus” bill because it is a collection of amendments. The City Council’s Planning, Land Use and Sustainability Committee will hold a public hearing to take comments on the proposed amendments on December 11, 2013 in the City Council Chambers.
Comment Letters for Floating Residences
Thank you to all of those who took the time to comment on draft of the proposed Director’s Rule on floating residences. DPD received in excess of 65 comments, all of which are posted here.
Updates for Citywide Design Guidelines with City Council
The City Council is evaluating our proposal to update the citywide design guidelines that address multifamily and commercial development outside Downtown. In addition, the City Council is also considering updates to 18 neighborhood specific guidelines that augment the citywide guidelines to match the proposed citywide format.
New Regulations for Micro-Housing
We‘ve monitored micro housing and congregate residences in Seattle for over two years. We’ve evaluated our rules, and are now proposing changes that will ensure we have clear and consistent regulations in place. Our proposed legislation is based on our research and responds to concerns raised by the public and elected officials.
Correction: City Council has Approved the 2012 Seattle Codes
The 2012 Seattle building, energy, residential, mechanical, fuel gas, existing building, plumbing and fire codes were approved by the City Council on September 16. The 2012 codes will become mandatory on December 26, 2013.
2012 Seattle Commercial Energy Code Involves Building Managers and Occupants
The 2012 Seattle Energy Code, together with the entire suite of 2012 Seattle construction codes, has been approved by the City Council and Mayor, and will become mandatory for all permit applications on December 26, 2013. The Washington State and Seattle energy codes are amended versions of the 2012 IECC – the International Energy Conservation Code.
Preliminary Director’s Rule Relating to Floating Residences
When does the Seattle Shoreline Master Program (SSMP) allow floating residences? DPD has been asked to provide a Director’s Rule to assist owners of vessels and other floating properties currently moored in Seattle waters who seek to use those properties as residences. The rule will provide criteria for determining whether a floating residence meets SSMP requirements. The rule will not apply to floating homes or house barges.
2012 Seattle Energy Code Technical Corrections
Two dozen errors and inconsistencies in the text of the draft 2012 Seattle Energy Code were identified and corrected this summer. These proposed technical and editorial changes provide coordination, clarifications and correction of typographical errors.
SEPA Exemption for Most Telecom Projects
July 28, a change to the Washington State SEPA regulations went into effect related to permits for telecommunication devices. Although Seattle’s SEPA Ordinance and SEPA Director’s Rules have not yet been updated, the state regulations apply to relevant permits in Seattle. Generally, the typical telecommunications applications for permit at DPD will no longer require SEPA.
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