Construction Board of Appeals

Overview

The Construction Board of Appeals' purpose is to hear appeals of decisions and interpretations of the building official in accordance with Sections 7-1 and 7-87 of Chapter 7, Article III, Division 2 of the City's Code of Ordinances.

The Board is established to:

Hear appeals of decisions and interpretations of the Building Official
Hear appeals of the Building Official's decision related to the use of alternative materials, designs, methods of construction, equipment, and appliances
Hear appeals of the Building Official's decision related to unsafe conditions as regulated in Section 7-63 of Chapter 7, Article III, Division 2 of the City's Code of Ordinances

Membership

The Board comprises five members appointed by the City Council.

Board qualifications for members shall be as outlined in the City of Stonecrest's Code of Ordinances Section 7-87 of Chapter 7, Article III, Division 2.

All members of the Board shall be residents of the City of Stonecrest and shall have experience in the building industry. The members of the Board shall have applicable experience in drainage and structural issues in residential home design or construction, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, electrical installations, and plumbing.

Board members shall hold no other city office, appointed position within the city, or any other city-compensated position. Any vacancy on the Board shall be filled in accordance with the original appointing procedure for the vacant position. Any newly appointed member shall serve for the remainder of the unexpired term.