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We Need To Discuss This Information With Our Kids and Grandkids Annually: POOL SAFETY The following information is from PoolSafety.gov Backyard and community pools are popular with children and adults of all ages, but owning or operating one is a major responsibility. Take every step possible to prevent unintended injuries in and around pools and … Read more
The Building Professionals Institute (BPI) began 25 years ago as a simple idea for basic classes aimed at helping building officials and their staff. At that time, the BOAT Board talked to Charles Clawson, building official for the City of Arlington, on how best to accomplish this need. Charles contacted Dr. John Matthys, a professor … Read more
HB 3329 has been the leading subject of discussion and correspondence for building officials as a result of the 85th Texas Legislature. BOAT has monitored this and many bills these past few months. Our suggestion is for jurisdictions to consider the following recommendations but to also review any policy changes with their respective legal … Read more
The following bills passed in the 85th legislative session affecting building inspection departments. Building officials should review for possible impacts to their department operations. It is suggested that you seek counsel with your city attorney in order to address these legislative concerns. H.B. 3329 – Permits and registration for electricians (see recommendations.) Significant impact to … Read more
List of bills watched by BOAT legislative committee Click here to view the list.
By Selso Mata, AIA, CBO, City of Plano, and BOAT President Welcome to the New Year! A lot has already happened in 2017. The country has a new President. Our Cowboys gave us a great season of memories, but were just a couple of games short of the big prize. There is a chill in … Read more
By Kurt Kasson, Chief Building Official, City of Allen, BOAT Board of Directors This is the time of year when we sometimes need a fire to help keep our houses warm. This makes it the perfect time for children to learn fire safety do’s and don’ts. We must keep them and everyone around them safe. … Read more
By Scott A. McDonald, Director, Office of Strategic Initiatives, Chief Building Official, City of Amarillo, BOAT Board of Directors As a certified building official and former general contractor, I stand on the belief that the two most important components of any structure are the foundation, which it is built upon, and the roof, which protects … Read more
By Brett King, CBO, City of Carrollton, and BOAT Board of Directors This message—adapted from a blog by Strategic Facilitator, Tony Jeary—spoke to me, as it’s an area in which I need to improve. Maybe there’s someone else out there who feels the same way and can also benefit. Are you saying “no” as often … Read more
By Mike Olson, CFM, City of McGregor, and BOAT Board of Directors Construction and building inspectors ensure that construction meets local and national building codes and ordinances, zoning regulations, and contract specifications. Duties Construction and building inspectors typically do the following: Review plans to ensure they meet building codes, local ordinances, zoning regulations, and contract … Read more