Building Code Amendment 2023-01

The Rye Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the Rye Public Library on a Building Code Amendment to the Town of Rye’s Building Code Regulations.    RBC Amendment 2023-01 amends Section 35-5 to all add the following language to the existing code: “A back flow preventor shall be required for all new, expanded and/or replaced irrigation system(s) which shall be installed by a licensed New Hampshire plumber. The licensed New Hampshire plumber shall apply for a permit from the Building Inspector who shall insure that such back flow preventor is appropriate for the proposed irrigation system and will be installed in accordance with the New Hampshire Building Code and the requirements of the local water utility and established best practices.”

A copy of the Building Code Amendment is on file with The Building Department and the Rye Planning Department, both of which are located in the Rye Town Hall at 10 Central Road, Rye, New Hampshire and available on the Town of Rye Website