HomeMy WebLinkAboutRESOLUTIONS-1975-017-R-7517-R-75 .
A RESOLUTION
To indicate the building permit system
which the City of Evanston has adopted and
the review procedure for that system
as related to mudslides.
WHEREAS, the City of Evanston has adopted and is enforcing BOCA Basic
Building Code; and
• WHEREAS, Section 113.0 of the BOCA Basic Building Code prohibits
any person, firm, or corporation from erecting, constructing, enlarging,
altering, repairing, improving, moving or demolishing any building or
structure without first obtaining a separate building permit for each
building or structure from the Director of Inspections and Permits; and
WHEREAS, the Director of Inspections and Permits must examine all
plans and specifications for the proposed construction when application
is made to him for a building permit;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Evanston, Cook County, Illinois as follows:
1. That fhe Director of Inspections and Permits shall require the
issuance of a permit for any excavation, grading, fill, or
construction in the community; and
2. That the Director of Inspections and Permits shall require
review of each permit application to determine whether the
proposed site and improvements will be reasonably safe from
mudslides. If a proposed site and improvements are in a
• location that may be have mudslide hazards, a further review
must be made by persons qualified in geology and soils
engineering; and the proposed new construction, substantial
improvement, or grading must (i) be adequately protected
against mudslide damage and (ii) not aggravate the existing
hazard.
ATTEST:
DATED:
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