North Beach Locals Worry Over Fire Code Changes Affecting Tall Buildings
On January 31, 2023, the Corpus Christi City Council embraced the 2021 edition of the International Fire Code, incorporating local modifications, which officially came into force on August 1, 2023. This updated fire code introduces new regulations and protective measures specifically targeting high-rise buildings lacking approved fire sprinkler systems. In the North Beach area, a number of tall structures, predominantly apartment and condo...