Flagstaff Building & Fire Code of Appeals Meeting - April 22, 2026

The City of Flagstaff's Building & Fire Code of Appeals meeting on April 22, 2026, focused primarily on discussions related to wildfire resilience in residential construction, specifically addressing amendments to the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) code. Experts presented cost analyses indicating that upgrading to wildfire-resistant materials for new home construction would increase costs by approximately 1-3%, with long-term benefits including reduced future losses and improved insurance eligibility. The meeting included detailed discussions on the use of non-combustible materials for decks and exterior siding, with some debate among members regarding cost estimates and installation challenges. The board also considered the potential for amendments related to HVAC filtration but leaned toward making such measures optional rather than mandatory. No formal votes on code amendments were taken, but the board agreed to review public outreach feedback before deciding on further meetings or motions to proceed with the proposed amendments.