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.