Pierre City Commission Approves First Reading Of Building Code Ordinance Changes

PIERRE — The Pierre City Commission has given first reading to two proposed ordinances that will update building codes and address fines for violations of codes and property maintenance issues. Building Official Matt Elberson says building codes are updated every three years…

The city is creating a building code fine schedule to put a stronger enforcement mechanism in place…

The schedule will also be used to address complaints on un-kept properties…

Second reading and final consideration of both ordinances will be held at the Pierre City Commission’s next meeting March 23rd.