City of West University Public Works Department Place Building & Standards Commission Located in the Council Chambers, 3800 University Blvd, West University Place, Texas 77005 Meeting Minutes May 1, 2025 MEMBERS PRESENT: Jonathon Hance, James Craig, Eddie Matthews, Spyros Maragos and Krishna Shah MEMBERS ABSENT: Bruce Beneke, Matthew Brejot, Gerry Spedale and Andy Fiedler STAFF PRESENT: Building Official Chuck Sandifer, Administrative Coordinator Josie Hayes, Safebuilt Zoning Official Jordan Cruz, Safebuilt Building Official Tracy Rodriguez and Legal Counsel Tommy Ramsey [Call to Order] Jonathon Hance called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. 1. Notices, Rules, Etc. Jonathon Hance welcomed BSC members and staff to the meeting. All members and staffintroduced themselves. Josie Hayes stated notices were posted per state and local laws. Josie Hayes stated Krishna Shah and Spyros Maragos were the alternate voting members. 2. Public Comments. There were no public comments. 3. Discussion Items from Staff. Fire Code: The proposed amendments to the 2021 International Fire code regarding residential EV charging stations and electric storage systems were discussed. Staff summarized the changes made based on previous feedback, including the recommended addition of a 90- minute fire rating for garage doors. Commission member Krishna Shah expressed concerns about the significant cost increase (estimated at $7,000) for the two-hour fire rating requirement, suggesting that a monitored fire alarm system may be a more cost-effective solution. The BSC also discussed the rationale for the one-hour versus two-hour fire rating, including the purpose of providing time for occupants to evacuate and containing the fire to the garage area. The BSC agreed that the two-hour fire rating is a reasonable requirement, 3826. Amherst St. utestutx.gor West University Place, TX 77005 713-662-5830 City of West University Public Works Department Place considering the potential safety benefits and the relatively small cost impact in the context of new home construction. ACTION: Jonathon Hance made a motion to recommend the proposed amendments authorizing the BSC Chair to verify the final language is consistent with the discussion and present it to City Council.James Craig seconded. AYES: Jonathon Hance, James Criag, Eddie Matthews, Spyros Maragos and Krishna Shah. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: None. Motion approved. 4. Meeting Minutes. Eddie Matthews made a motion to approve April 3, 2025, minutes. Krishna Shah seconded. AYES: Jonathon Hance, James Craig, Eddie Matthews, Spyros Maragos and Krishna Shah. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: None. Motion approved. Jonathon Hance made a motion to adjourn. James Craig seconded. AYES: Jonathon Hance, James Craig, Eddie Matthews, Spyros Maragos and Krishna Shah. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: None. Motion approved. Meeting adjourned at 6:38 p.m. PASSED 5th THIS DAYOF 2025. June Chae Kr Jonathoy/Hance, Chairman ATTEST: Josie M. Hayes, Administrative Coordinator 3826 Amherst St. .testutx.goc West University Place, TX 77005 713-662-5830