A. Pursuant to the power and authority conferred by the laws of the state of Colorado, there is hereby adopted, by reference thereto, the International Residential Code, 2018 Edition, together with a chapter of the appendix as set forth below, promulgated by the International Code Council, Inc. (hereinafter “IRC” or “International Residential Code”). The purpose of the IRC is to regulate the design, construction, quality of materials, erection, installation, alteration, repair, location, relocation, replacement, additions to, use or maintenance of one (1) and two (2) family dwellings and townhouses not more than three (3) stories in height within the Town of Parachute.

B. The following chapters of the appendix of the International Residential Code, 2018 Edition, are adopted:

Appendix B: Vent Sizing.

Appendix F: Radon Control.

Appendix H: Patio Covers.

Appendix J: Existing Buildings and Structures is amended to read as follows:

Section AJ501.5 Electrical repairs and upgrades are subject to the NEC as adopted by the state of Colorado Electrical Board.

Appendix K: Sound Transmission.

Appendix M: Home Day Care.

Appendix Q: Tiny Homes.

Appendix R: Light Straw-Clay Construction.

Appendix S: Strawbale Construction.

C. Any fees required pursuant to the International Residential Code shall be as set forth by resolution of the Parachute Town Council in Appendix A and as provided in Chapter 13.80 PMC. (Ord. 793 §2 (Exh. A), 2021)