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Omaha City Council delays vote on plumbing code changes

A proposed ordinance to amend sections of Omaha’s plumbing code drew supporters and opponents at the Omaha City Council meeting this afternoon. The Omaha City Council delayed a vote on a proposed ordinance to amend sections of Omaha's plumbing code until Nov. 10. Supporters argue that changes to the code, such as changing from cast iron or copper piping to PVC or plastic piping, would save money and create more affordable housing in Omaha. However, opponents argue that the code should be for the safety of the public, not just for cost savings. The changes are not a mandate and only provide options for builders.

Omaha City Council delays vote on plumbing code changes

Publié : il y a 6 heures par John Chapman dans Politics

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A proposed ordinance to amend sections of Omaha’s plumbing code drew supporters and opponents at the Omaha City Council meeting this afternoon.

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