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TOWN OF WICKENBURG Proposal to Amend 2018 IRC Steve Boyle January 20, 2026 • Current adopted International Residential Code (IRC), allows ½ “ gypsum board in many cases • Garages have a higher fire risk • Fires can spread quicker into living areas Background 2 • Amend IRC to Require 5/8” Gypsum Board • Applies to all garage-adjacent habitable spaces Proposed Ordinance 1246 3 • Improves fire resistance by 30 additional minutes • Increases evacuation time • Enhances occupant safety • Many construct to this standard but not all • Minor cost increase • Aligns with proven past code standards • Improved soundproofing The “Why” 4 Questions? 5