Wildland-Urban Interface Code (WUIC) (2024 Amendments)
Wildland-Urban Interface Code (WUIC) (2024 Amendments)
The public input period for this code will be open through June 28. The Austin City Council will review the proposed changes prior to adoption.
Wildland-Urban Interface Code (WUIC)
Austin City Council will review the proposed changes for the Wildland-Urban Interface Code (WUIC). Approved changes are scheduled for consideration by City Council on September 12, 2024 and will be implemented on January 1, 2025.
The comment period for the proposed changes will close June 28, 2024. Responses to feedback made during the comment period will be posted in the Documents section following the comment period close date. Please contact DSDCommunications@austintexas.gov for general questions or if you require further assistance.
The WUIC is a model code developed by the International Code Council. It establishes requirements for land use and the built environment within designated wildland-urban interface areas using prescriptive and performance provisions. The code is intended to work as a system of its requirements, providing a comprehensive and holistic approach to enhancing building resilience from wildfires.
Public input regarding the proposed 2024 WUIC amendments is planned for May 20 - June 28, 2024. All input received will be submitted to the Austin City Council by September 2024.
June 14 Update: Austin Fire will host a virtual opportunity to learn more about proposed amendments to the Wildland-Urban Interface Code:
Wildland-Urban Interface Code Webinar (virtual)
Zoom
Monday, June 24, 4 - 5 p.m.
Frequently Asked Questions
When a page is open for public comment, you will notice the button on the project indicates "learn more." The "learn more" button will take you to the individual project page. There, you can provide your feedback and questions about the proposed Code changes. Provide your comment in the available box and select "comment." After a comment period has ended, you can still view the page and access the presentation/documents by selecting "view results". We appreciate your participation.
Adopting the most recent codes help protect the health, safety and welfare of Austin residents by
- Responding to new findings from building science research, field experience or changes in community expectations
- Responding to building performance assessments following catastrophic events to increase resilience in new structures
- Introducing new and innovative technologies and construction methods
- Aligning with other current accepted codes and standards
Additionally, adopting and implementing revised codes within two years of publication date is required to maintain our ISO Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule (BCEGS) classification or ISO rating (currently at a class 3 for Commercial and class 4 for Residential). The BCEGS classification and ISO rating affect the insurance rating for the City of Austin.
Although each Code follows the same process, the process occurs at different times for some Codes. Certain Codes also require more steps than others during review. Consequently, not all Codes will be adopted at the same time. Please check each page for more detail about the expected timeline for each Code change.
Visit the DSD Public Meetings webpage to access the Technical Code Changes Webinar recording and slide deck from May 20, where the proposed changes to this code were discussed.