Board of Appeals

Mission Statement:

The Board of Appeals is designed to provide for a final determination for the suitability of alternate materials, methods of construction, and reasonable codes interpretations in the event of an appeal from the determination of the Building Official. The Board shall adopt reasonable rules and regulations for conducting its investigations and shall consider all evidence or proof submitted and conduct, or cause to be conducted, any investigations or tests it deems necessary in order to render a final decision on the matter. The Board may also recommend to the City Council such new legislation relating to the City’s Building Codes.

Membership:

The Board of Appeals should consist of five members, serving four-year terms. Members shall be appointed by the City Council and the Building Official shall act as Secretary of the Board. Members serve without compensation. Members of the Board of Appeals and meetings of the Board of Appeals are subject to the Brown Act public meeting requirements. Members of the Board of Appeals shall be required to file Form 700s to report disclosures in accordance with the City’s Conflict of Interest Code.

Qualifications:

Members must be experienced in building construction. Members are not required to be Foster City residents.

Meeting Date and time:

No set schedule. Meetings will be held as needed.